RE/MAX Ocean Surf & Sun

My husband and I had always dreamed of an early retirement outside of the U.S. After a few trips to Costa Rica, we fell in love and decided this was the place! A friend introduced us to Derrick Poelsma at Remax Ocean Surf & Sun. Derrick took the time to show us a few properties around Tamarindo and Langosta even though we told him that we were just curious about real estate in the area at the time. After returning home to the U.S., we decided we wanted a home Costa Rica. We wanted a little less hustle and bustle and re-directed our attention on the Potrero area. We were not sure whether a condominium or house would best suit our needs for full-time living in Costa Rica. We contacted Derrick to ask about some specific properties we found online, and he immediately went into action and researched similar properties for us. We visited again with the intent to make an offer. Derrick showed us 18+ properties in two days! Derrick was energetic, informative, timely and extremely helpful throughout the process. He also quickly realized a condominium would not fit our lifestyle. The last house we looked at in beautiful Catalina Cove was a total surprise by Derrick in that it was not on our list, and wouldn’t you know it’s the one we ended up purchasing! Derrick's help continued all the way through closing and beyond. He helped us find an attorney to complete the transaction and protect our interests through closing while we remained in the U.S. We closed on our home from the U.S with ease. Derrick then continued to help us after closing with all necessary details. Derrick even greeted us at our home when we visited for the first time after our purchase and dropped some pins for beaches that were beautiful hidden gems! What truly sets Derrick apart is his enthusiasm for our relocation and his extensive knowledge of the area and real estate. He consistently went the extra mile to address any concerns, providing transparent communication, expert guidance, and professionalism. We wholeheartedly recommend Derrick to anyone seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable real estate professional in the Tamarindo area. His passion for his work and commitment to client satisfaction are truly commendable. If you are looking for a real estate agent who will not only meet but exceed your expectations, Derrick Poelsma and his team at RE/MAX Ocean Surf & Sun are the ideal choice.

I had an excellent experience working with RE/MAX Ocean Surf & Sun to sell my property. They were very knowledgeable about the market conditions and what would be a favorable sale price for us. RE/MAX strategically marketed my property locally and internationally. The well known and respected RE/MAX brand gave me comfort in my choice since I was not living in Costa Rica. The Ocean Surf and Sun team managed everything for me, from marketing, showings and offers to a signed contract for more than we expected. RE/MAX connected me with reputable lawyers and escrow agents to streamline the process and make the experience enjoyable and profitable. The team has also helped many of my friends purchase great properties that fit each ones' individual styles and budgets and desired locations. I would highly recommend RE/MAX Ocean Surf & Sun for your real estate needs in Tamarindo and surrounding areas. They make living easy in Costa Rica. Pura Vida!

Can NOT say enough good things! I just finished closing on the sale of my condo that I owned (and lived in/ran a business out of/and rented) for almost 15 years using Courtney from RE/Max Ocean Surf & Sun in Tamarindo services and I feel so fortunate. There were many challenges (mostly with the banks as there are in Costa Rica, ha!) but Courtney got me through every single one of them calmly, compassionately and with everything in order, every step of the way. As a long-time resident and business owner in Costa Rica and Tamarindo, I had many options to choose from for a realtor (since I personally know many) but I am so happy I followed my heart and intuition (on top of already knowing Courtney's long-time amazing reputation) and worked with her. Her values and ethics reflect what I care about most and she loves and cares for Costa Rica in a profound way. Also as a professional, she never misses a beat. She consistently went above and beyond, over and over again, and even attended the closing with me, which ended up being very important. Again, I can NOT say enough, and would recommend her without a doubt, every time!