Realtors Attend Regional Conference
Realtors Attend Regional Conference
Stephanie Cullum, Cheryl McAuliffe, Linda Sambus and Denise Wells of Coach Realtors recently joined other specialists in the luxury real estate market from North and South America, for the Christie's Great Estates Regional Conference in Orlando, Florida. Coach Realtors is an exclusive affiliate of Christie's Great Estates, the largest network of real estate brokers dedicated to the marketing and sale of distinctive properties around the globe.
Stephanie Cullum, Manager of Coach Garden City was pleased that one of the office sales associates, Cheryl McAuliffe, was invited to participate on a panel discussion entitled "Building Your Business with Christie's Great Estates Network". She shared the podium with five other luxury real estate specialists from San Rafael de Escazu, Costa Rica; Raleigh, North Carolina; Lake Nona, Florida; Bozeman, Montana, and New York City.
"The sales associates from brokerages affiliated with Christie's Great Estates are specialists in the high-end market," said Kay Coughlin, President and CEO of Christie's Great Estates. "This conference offers the opportunity for the most successful real estate professionals in the world to network with one another. All the firms affiliated with Christie's Great Estates are granted exclusive territories, which allows the sales associates to share their success strategies in a competition-free environment."
Hacienda Matapalo Costa Rica Working with RE Expo in the Dallas Region
Hacienda Matapalo Costa Rica Working with RE Expo in the Dallas Region
Hacienda Matapalo, a luxury ocean view community in Costa Rica, has come to a marketing agreement with Real Estate Expo of Rowlett, Texas to provide Costa Rica Real Estate expertise to the Dallas area
Dallas, TX, May 27, 2007 --(PR.com)-- Investors Realty representing Pegasus Star; a Costa Rican based company has come into an agreement with Real Estate Expo/ Mary Rosales to market the remaining villas and home sites of Phase One of the multiphase project.
Hacienda Matapalo is a 665 acre parcel located on the central South Pacific Coast in Costa Rica.
Located on the Costenera Highway (Pacific Coast Highway), this gated community has been praised for its surroundings of natural beauty and amazing wildlife. The amenities will be unrivaled in the area including a beach club, equestrian center, tennis, a well appointed clubhouse, infinity edge pool and spas, concierge service, and a rental program.
The New York Post recently published an article that Hollywood knows that Costa Rica is the place to be. Big hitters like Vince Vaughn, Kate Moss, Matthew McConaughey, Mel Gibson, Harrison Ford, Sting, Giselle Bundchen and Leo DiCaprio have supposedly looked at property in the area.
Ed Sklar and Michael Starkey, representatives of Investors Realty, Costa Rica will be holding an informational meeting on how to purchase property in Costa Rica on June 2, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Westin Park Central Hotel in Dallas. Mr. Starkey will also discuss how to use existing IRA and 401k plans to fund double digit gains in Costa Rica For more information contact Mary Rosales at 469-326-1258 or see the featured property at: www.costaricaforme.com.
Contact: Mary Rosales
Real Estate Expo
Phone 469-326-1258
Fax 469-326-1259
3801 Lakeview Pkwy #500
Rowlett, Tx. 75089
Contact Information
Investors Realty Costa Rica
Ed Sklar
914-643-9195
edsklar@costaricaforme.com
www.costaricaforme.com
Contact: Mary Rosales
Real Estate Expo
Phone 469-326-1258
Costa Rica aims to win "carbon neutral" nation race
Costa Rica aims to win "carbon neutral" nation race
By John McPhaul
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica (Reuters) - Green trail-blazer Costa Rica is drawing up plans to cut its net greenhouse gas emissions to zero before 2030, the government said on Thursday, and aims to be the first nation to offset all its carbon.
Environment Minister Roberto Dobles said the tiny, jungle-cloaked Central American nation would clean up its fossil fuel-fired power plants, promote hybrid vehicles and increase tree planting to balance its emissions.
Sunbeams, filtered by clouds, silhouette a family at the Peace Park in San Jose in this April 22, 2005 file photo. Costa Rica is drawing up plans to cut its net greenhouse gas emissions to zero before 2030. (REUTERS/Juan Carlos Ulate)
"The goal is to be carbon neutral," Dobles told Reuters. "We'd like to do it in the next 20 years." He said Costa Rica would also eliminate net emissions of other greenhouse gases.
Costa Rica is a leader on green issues, with protected areas like national parks and biological reserves covering more than a quarter of its territory.
The country generates 78 percent of its energy with hydroelectric power and another 18 percent by wind or geothermally. It now plans to cut emissions from transport, farming and industry.
Faced with mounting evidence that burning fossil fuels is the main cause of global warming, many nations and companies are looking at ways to reduce their net carbon output.
In April, world number five oil exporter Norway said it was aiming to get rid of its net greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
The EU says it will cut emissions 20-30 percent by 2020. California aims to cut emissions by 80 percent by 2050.
But Costa Rica believes it can still become a voluntarily carbon neutral country before anyone else.
"We think we can get there first," said Dobles.
Costa Rica has a headstart. According to the United Nations, in 2003 the country produced roughly 1.5 tonnes of carbon per person, compared to close to 10 tonnes in Norway.
At the heart of the Costa Rica's anti-carbon efforts are payments that compensate landowners for growing trees to capture carbon and protect watersheds. The government also plans payments to protect wildlife habitat and scenic beauty.
The program, launched in 1997 and funded by a 3.5 percent tax on gasoline and by loans and grants, now pays out about $15 million a year to nearly 8,000 property owners.
"The fact that Costa Rica has applied (payments) on a national scale is what's innovative," said Esteban Brenes, a conservation finance expert at the World Wildlife Fund.
Not all environmentalists have good things to say about the idea of capturing carbon to offset emissions.
"It's a deception to allow polluters to continue to pollute with makeup to mask it," said Juan Figuerola, forestry coordinator for the Costa Rican Conservation Federation.
Some other countries in the world, mainly in Africa, are virtually carbon-neutral, because poverty prevents them from emitting more greenhouse gases.
Kubera Venture Capital Group Announces Completion of Model Home
Kubera Venture Capital Group Announces Completion of Model Home
Kubera Venture Capital Group, LLC, a privately held real estate investment and development firm, today announced the completion of a model home for its gated residential community, Jade Azul, in Nosara, Costa Rica. The model home is a 1500 square foot, 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family villa. The one-story model villa features luxurious amenities, such as expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, vaulted woven palm mat and hardwood ceilings, handmade cabinetry from local woods, teak and ceramic tile terraces, sunken bathtubs with Jacuzzis, and a plunge pool.
Hoboken, NJ (PRWEB) May 23, 2007 -- Kubera Venture Capital Group, LLC, a privately held real estate investment and development firm, today announced the completion of a model home for its gated residential community, Jade Azul, in Nosara, Costa Rica.
The model home is a 1500 square foot, 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family villa. The one-story model villa features luxurious amenities, such as expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, vaulted woven palm mat and hardwood ceilings, handmade cabinetry from local woods, teak and ceramic tile terraces, sunken bathtubs with Jacuzzis, and a plunge pool. The villa is also furnished with handmade, artisan furniture specially designed for the community. Photos of this stunning home can be seen on the community's website, www.jadeazul.com.
Nestled in the Nosara jungle, Jade Azul is a Balinese-inspired residential community that will offer a mix of single-family villas, ocean-view condominiums, and commercial amenities. Construction is currently ongoing, with the first phase of 10 villas nearly completed. Pre-construction sales for additional villas and condominiums are underway for delivery in early- to mid-2008. Pre-construction pricing for the jungle- and mountain-view villas ranges from $180,000-$225,000 for 1-story villas and $195,000-$240,000 for 2-story villas, with actual prices dependent upon lot sizes. For those interested in building and customizing their own Balinese-style retreat, individual lots are available starting at $50,000. Pre-construction pricing for 180-degree ocean view condominiums starts in the mid-$200s.
Jade Azul will be built with the intent of preserving the natural habitat; approximately 50% of the 28-acre property will be reserved as "green space," with low-impact walking and hiking trails for residents to enjoy the tropical wildlife and environment. In addition, the properties can be purchased with basic or upgraded furnishing and accessory packages, and as the build-out continues and residents begin to move into their new homes, a broad range of amenities are being added and planned, including outdoor spas and meditation areas, high-speed internet access, shuttles to local beaches, maid service, pool cleaning, and local bill paying services. Mr. Michael Derby, Partner of Kubera Venture Capital Group, stated, "We are quite excited to announce the opening of our model home, which will showcase the attention to detail, craftsmanship, and design aesthetics that make Jade Azul a superior value in vacation destinations. We invite anyone who is interested in making a home for themselves in Costa Rica to come visit us to experience the hospitality of Nosara, the beauty of Jade Azul and the serenity of the jungle setting. I can promise you that it will capture the imagination and nurture the soul."
About Nosara
Nosara is a small Pacific coastal town located in the Guanacaste province in Northwestern Costa Rica. The town is famed for its world-class surfing and sport fishing, and offers a myriad of other eco-tourism related activities. It boasts a large American population, dubbed the "Proyecto Americano," and has long been a home for privacy-seeking celebrities and wealthy Americans. Tucked away in the jungle, Nosara is accessible either by air (a 40-minute flight from the Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose, Costa Rica's capital city) or car (a 2-hour drive from the Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia).
About Kubera Venture Capital Group:
Kubera Venture Capital Group is a US-based real estate investment firm focused on international residential vacation and second-home development. The principals have a collective 20 years of experience, including turnkey construction, new construction, land development, multifamily renovation, and condo conversions. Over the past ten years, they have completed many successful projects in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Central America.
Company Contact:
Autumn Fletcher-Derby
Kubera Venture Capital Group
www.jadeazul.com
www.kuberavc.com
International Living Re-Launched as Full-Color Monthly Publication
International Living Re-Launched as Full-Color Monthly Publication
Posted : Mon, 21 May 2007 13:20:00 GMT
Author : International Living
Category : Press Release
BALTIMORE, May 21 /PRNewswire/ -- International Living -- a leading resource for helping people live, travel, and prosper overseas - has re- launched its flagship publication as a full-color monthly magazine.
International Living is making the change to an expanded glossy publication, as it continues to evolve from being solely a subscription newsletter service. The fast-developing group of publications and services now includes:
"After 27 years of publishing, we decided it was time for a dramatic evolutionary step. Starting this month, therefore, we are packaging the world's best opportunities for travel and retirement, real estate and investment in full color," said International Living Publisher Kathleen Peddicord. "The changes will continue as we work to reinvent the monthly issue to better complement what we publish every day via e-mail and the Internet."
Unlike most publications, which focus on one aspect of the international experience, International Living covers a wide spectrum of topics, providing its readers with ways and places to travel, live, invest, retire, and buy real estate overseas.
The new May edition features a cover story on vacationing in Vietnam and includes articles on real estate opportunities in Costa Rica and the world's best waterfront properties.
The newsletter's most well known features will continue in the magazine format. These include International Living's annual Quality of Life Index, which identifies the best country in the world in which to live, and its annual Global Retirement Index, which identifies which country is best for retirees. Most recently, International Living named France the best to country in which to live and called Panama the best to retire.
New features that will be included as part of the re-launch include news from IL's in-country contacts, sneak previews at "Hot Spots" of countries worth your attention right now, and recommendations for books to read and wines to sample.
International Living
Exclusive Resorts® Reaches $1 Billion in Owned Resort Real Estate
Exclusive Resorts® Reaches $1 Billion in Owned Resort Real Estate
5/11/2007 3:15:14 PM
Exclusive Resorts today announced that it has surpassed the $1 billion mark in the value of its owned residential resort real estate, which it believes is greater than the owned portfolios of all other destination clubs combined. The Club also announced new destinations and new experiences for its members, further confirming its place as the industry leader in providing families the best luxury vacation experiences possible.
Today’s announcements include:
Record-Setting Resort Real Estate Portfolio: Exclusive Resorts passed the $1 billion mark in the value of its owned residential resort real estate, all of which is for the exclusive use of the Club and its members.
New Real Estate Acquisitions: In the last three months alone, the company entered into agreements to acquire 50 new luxury residences at Sea Island, Georgia; Mandarin Oriental, Chicago; and One Steamboat Place, Colorado.
New Unique Experiences: Exclusive Resorts launched an innovative new addition to its membership offering—called “Once in a Lifetime”—that allows its members to experience exotic, one-of-a-kind journeys.
“Today, the world’s leading destination club has become even better, with the addition of more residences, more destinations and more experiences,” said Donn Davis, chief executive officer of Exclusive Resorts. “Owning $1 billion in luxury residences in dozens of destinations around the world allows us to provide our members with the most choice, the best experiences, and the greatest financial security of any destination club. Simply put, Exclusive Resorts members make the world their second home.”
Record-Setting Portfolio
In just four years in operation, Exclusive Resorts has reached an extraordinary milestone in its resort real estate portfolio. With over 300 residences open worldwide, and another 150 currently under construction, the company’s $1 billion real estate portfolio is larger than the portfolios of all other destination clubs combined.
Historically, Exclusive Resorts members have taken on average more than six trips each year with the Club, choosing from among renovated Tuscan farmhouses on vast vineyards and ski-in/ski-out four-bedroom penthouses at the base of Telluride, to cliff-side glass front residences in Costa Rica and full service pieds-à-terre in the heart of Manhattan. No matter which destination, Exclusive Resorts members enjoy five-star resort amenities and the service of a personalized Onsite Concierge. All told, Club members have taken more than 35,000 Exclusive Resorts vacations, with an astounding 94 percent average member satisfaction rating.
New Real Estate Acquisitions
The company has entered into a landmark deal to develop and custom-design 24 residences in historic Sea Island, Georgia, just steps from the famed Cloister Hotel. Exclusive Resorts members will enjoy full access to all services and amenities of Sea Island, including round-the-clock butler service and in-residence room service from The Cloister, access to the new 65,000-square-foot Sea Island Spa and new Sea Island Beach Club, and privileges at Sea Island’s award-winning golf courses. Each Exclusive Resorts residence will feature approximately 3,500 square feet of living space with four bedrooms and a private pool, and the distinct Southern style and design that have characterized Sea Island for more than 80 years.
Exclusive Resorts is also under construction on 10 four-bedroom, ski-in/ski-out condominiums at the base of the gondola in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. With an incomparable location, each residence also will be complemented with access to a full range of services, including spa, fitness, ski valet, and indoor and outdoor resort pools.
Finally, Exclusive Resorts announced its agreement to acquire 16 spectacular two-bedroom, 1,500-square-foot corner-unit residences on floors 44 - 47 of the Mandarin Oriental, Chicago. From 24-hour room service to access to the new 30,000-square-foot spa, Exclusive Resorts members will benefit from all amenities and services of Mandarin Oriental, Chicago.
Once in a Lifetime Experiences
In another industry first, Exclusive Resorts has launched a series of intimate, once-in-a-lifetime members-only journeys that provide a new dimension to membership. Each of these authentic experiences has been created by the Club to provide its members added adventure and diversity. In characteristic Exclusive Resorts fashion, members are free to relax and explore while the Club handles all the details.
The Club’s first Once in a Lifetime experiences are:
A cultural immersion tour of the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan
A naturalist’s expedition to the Galapagos Islands
A private Eastern African villa safari at the base of Mt. Kilimanjaro
Ultra-luxury Exclusive Resorts members-only cruise in the Mediterranean
By working with prestigious institutions such as Jack Hanna and Lindblad Expeditions, in partnership with National Geographic , Exclusive Resorts will contribute to charitable and conservationist programs and will allow its members to immerse themselves in and learn about local cultures. The company plans to offer new Once in a Lifetime experiences based upon member feedback and demand.
About Exclusive Resorts
As the leader of the destination club industry, Exclusive Resorts has set the new standard in luxury travel and is quickly becoming the preferred way for affluent families to vacation. Thousands of Exclusive Resorts members make the world their second home, taking thousands of vacations with the Club each year. With an enviable portfolio that includes over 300 residences open today, plus another 150 under construction, in more than 35 destinations around the world, Exclusive Resorts combines the spaciousness and elegance of a private residence with the services and amenities of a five-star resort. Subject to terms and conditions of Club membership, members have first come, first served access to all Club residences and services, including a personalized vacation planner and Onsite Concierge, in exchange for a one-time membership fee, a portion of which is refundable, and annual dues. Exclusive Resorts is the partner of choice for some of the world’s leading companies, including American Express, Mayo Clinic Preferred Response, Neiman Marcus, Marquis Jet and Merrill Lynch. For more information, visit www.exclusiveresorts.com.
Costa Rica - A Progressive Nation With Growing Real Estate Commerce
Costa Rica - A Progressive Nation With Growing Real Estate Commerce
Costa Rica is a progressive nation with a stable political, economic, and social structure. Most recently, Costa Rica has become a desirable market for real estate investors, due in part to incentives being offered on both coastal and inland property. The high demand and appreciating property values make this a viable time to invest in Costa Rica land.
Sabanilla, San Jose, Costa Rica (PRWEB) May 9, 2007 -- Costa Rica leaders invested in the nation's future and created a progressive nation with a stable political, economic and social structure. This strategy has allowed its people to profit from a thriving export business and create a nation where real estate investors also prosper. Now, Costa Rica is a desirable market for potential landowners who want a second home in an exotic locale, reports Costa Vista Land (http://www.costavistaland.com), a Costa Rica real estate development company.
For many, Costa Rica brings to mind potent coffee grains, plush rain forests, and Costa Rican beach properties where tourists soak up the sun. But, Costa Rica land is more than just a vacation destination.
For Costa Ricans, "home" is 32,600 miles of varied terrain. The nation marks its modern day founding in the mid-1500s. By the late 1800s a solid government had been established and politicians were making bold national policies, such as implementing free education and healthcare for all citizens. In the last century, Costa Rica became a democratic nation, the national military was disbanded permanently, and Costa Rica declared itself a perpetually neutral nation.
The foundation of the country's economy is the export of coffee and bananas. Costa Rica also enjoys a sizeable income from tourism and export of other goods, including electronics, textiles and exotic flowers. Despite the success of the country's growth, and economic stabilization through those means, Costa Rica real estate is currently the most sought after commodity.
Costa Rica real estate (www.developingparadise.com) is a steadily growing commodity, due to incentives being given to buyers, high demand and appreciating property values. While developing Costa Rica real estate is a focus to improve commerce, government officials have also put many measures in place to preserve the country's beautiful beaches, rainforests, and other exotic elements indigenous to the region, ensuring continued enjoyment of the land for property owners and tourists alike.
About Costa Vista Land
Costa Vista Land (http://www.costavistaland.com) is 'developing paradise' in Costa Rica. They purchase large quantities of raw land at discount prices and develop the properties in less than 18 months. Hence, the unique program in which investors can obtain developed land at undeveloped prices and why company President, Brad Hogan says, "We are an investment company first and a land sale company second." Parcel choices range from valleys to mountains, to beautiful coastline property. Costa Vista Land encourages investors to visit Costa Rica to view their property and will pay for accommodations, meals and transportation to do so. This lucrative program comes with 100% money back guarantee.
For more information, contact 1-877-55-COSTA , or in San Jose, Costa Rica (506) 234-7509 . Grab your Free 50 minute CD now by visiting http://www.developingparadise.com
