As the New Year brings improved optimism for investors and economists predict continued financial stability around the world, infrastructure construction at one Costa Rica real estate project continues to move forward aggressively, reinforcing this renewed financial confidence.
“When we promised that our construction would resume after the rainy season subsided, people really took notice of us,” said David Matluck, chief executive officer of Pegasus Star Limitada, the developer of Hacienda Matapalo, a 665 acre planned community on Costa Rica’s South Pacific Coast. “And when you look at our property and see how much progress has been made in the three weeks since bulldozers and other heavy equipment arrived, there’s no denying the fact that Costa Rica’s premiere gated community will soon be ready for its residents.”
Matluck explained that much of 2010 was wrapped up in getting permits approved and while much progress was made, most of it was behind-the-scenes. “We spent a lot of energy and resources getting the property ready for this stage of development,” he said.
In 2010 Hacienda Matapalo made an impact in several areas where many people who have shown an interest in Costa Rica from an investment perspective have taken notice.
- Announced it will add a 500-plus foot, treetop suspension bridge that will stretch across a ravine along the property’s 125-acre nature preserve
- Its partners announced the formation of Pura Verde Costa Rica Properties to support sustainable development that guarantees that the South and Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica remain pristine and free from any man-made harm
- Had more than 700 people attend an online seminar to learn more about health care in Costa Rica
- Announced it would support Costa Rica President Laura Chinchilla’s initiatives by committing to help bring qualified investors to Costa Rica
- Announced it will partner with the New York based Patients Medical, PC to establish a holistic wellness center that will be dedicated to helping its residents discover health and rediscover vitality.
- Was selected by the popular Web site Top Ten Real Estate Deals as one of the best real estate deals on the market
- Playa Matapalo, Costa Rica, where their beach club will be located, was named by CNN Travel and Mother Nature Network as the world's second best eco-friendly beach
- Launched its newest television commercial, showing both its amenities and how buying Costa Rica Real Estate is a good investment
- Announced that their strategic development partner would be Su Casa Desarrollos de Vivienda S.A., the leading company of the Tu Hogar S.A. Real Estate Group.
- Launched a new technology called “eSeminars On Demand” that will give those interested in Costa Rica access to information at any time.
With progress now visible at the forefront of the property as construction is in full force, Matluck and his partners are excited about what’s in store for 2011.
“A new home design is just one of the things on the slate for this year,” said Hacienda Matapalo’s Executive Vice President Brian Albury. “We’ve been getting a lot of requests for new villa models and our architect is putting the finishing touches on our new 2-bedroom 2-1/2 bath model, which we hope to release in February.”
On Tuesday, January 11, Albury will be presenting a free online Web seminar titled “Why Costa Rica?” which is ideal for those who might not be familiar with the Central American country. Interested parties may register for the free seminar here.
“Our recently announced partnership with Agent Shield, Inc. should prove to be beneficial,” added Hacienda Matapalo’s Vice President of Sales and Investments Michael Starkey. “Agent Shield will give our referring parties an extra level of comfort as it provides Realtors with free tools to help them market, sell and receive credit for their efforts.”
On January 18, Starkey will be presenting a free online Web seminar for Realtors and will be joined by Agent Shield’s Vice President and co-founder Lu Doan. Interested real estate professionals may register for the free seminar here.
“While all of this is exciting, it pales in comparison to what will be taking place at Hacienda Matapalo in 2011” said Matluck. “We will be having formal closings and delivery of Deeds beginning this Spring!”
To learn more about Hacienda Matapalo visit their Web site at http://www.haciendamatapalo.com
