REI WEALTH MONTHLY Issue 35 | Page 38

2. Costa Rica
1. Mexico City
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2. Costa Rica

1. Mexico City

Per Google this is one of the top trending travel destinations in its globe dominating search engine. After several years of negative press about Mexico in general, 2017 could be the year to scoop up wellpriced property deals. Billionaire real estate mogul Sam Zell once bragged of keeping his Mexican sales offices open 24 / 7, and still couldn’ t sell property fast enough to satisfy the lines at the door.
Costa Rica rocks! It has long been popular with American retirees seeking incredible quality of life, a tropical climate, good healthcare, ease of language, and a safe place to vacation and live abroad. Even when the American and European economies collapsed in 2008, Costa Rica enjoyed 3 % growth in its economy. The country is current rebounding in popularity as Americans again look abroad for property, and neighbors are drawn to the great wages and jobs the country offers. It is perhaps most famous for its easy residency visas. Note that Costa Rica has now been running on 100 % renewable energy sources for over 100 days, putting more developed nations to shame with its technology and dedication to sustainability. And let’ s not forget the exhilarating zip lining!
Proximity to the U. S., the language, worldclass healthcare, and low cost of living and just some of the reasons to consider this hot spot for your next vacation, retirement living, and investing.