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Getting Discounts in Costa Rica

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When purchasing anything in Costa Rica, even new items, always ask the shop if they can give you a discount. This is a common request from Ticos who are watching every penny so vendors are used to it. Paying cash usually gives you a five to 10 percent discount, but you have to ask for it. Many people save 15 percent or more by working the discount.

Submitted on Jun 27, 2013 - Category: Expat Finance, Network: Costa Rica

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I'm on my third career in life that of being voluntarily unemployed! The first two were house construction and later hi-tech as a software engineer. I was fortunate to be able to retire early in Costa Rica back in '07. With my wife and younger son we bought land and built a dream house with that million-dollar view you hear so much about. We spend time raising coffee, bananas, and fruit trees. My wife is an accomplished artist and has discovered new media to express herself here including beautiful ceramic mosaics. Pura vida! P.S. Now, in 2021, planning our next move ... to México!