The Costa Rican Trust: Your Key to Private Lending and Problem Solving

For expats in Costa Rica, the fideicomiso (trust) is a key legal tool. Learn how to use it for seller financing on property, to borrow money, and to resolve legal disputes privately, bypassing the courts and protecting your assets.

The Costa Rican Trust: Your Key to Private Lending and Problem Solving
A visual guide to a Costa Rican Trust

For many expatriates in Costa Rica, securing a loan or facing a legal dispute can feel like an uphill battle. Fortunately, a powerful legal tool—the fideicomiso (trust)—offers a secure and efficient way to bypass traditional financing and lengthy court battles. A well-structured trust can serve as a potent financial vehicle, enabling creative borrowing solutions and offering a swift, private path to resolving contentious legal disputes outside the courtroom.

From large-scale real estate developments to personal financial arrangements, trusts provide a layer of security and flexibility that traditional contracts often lack. They are incredible instruments for anyone looking to invest, build, or simply protect their assets in Costa Rica. Here’s how you can leverage them to your advantage.

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Understanding the Costa Rican Trust (Fideicomiso)

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