Jim Habig

Live Above the Waves: Oceanfront Surf House at Playa Caballeros, Punta Hermosa

7 Bedrooms | 8 Bathrooms | 202.5 m² | Private Pool | Ocean Views | 2-Car Parking Oceanfront Living in One of Peru’s Premier Surf Communities Set above Playa Caballeros in Punta Hermosa , this spacious...

Modern Surf Villa in El Sunzal, El Salvador

Modern Surf Home in El Salvador's Surf Coast Set in the heart of El Salvador's surf coast, this modern home offers ocean views and easy access to some of the country's best-known breaks nearby. Lush t...

5 Good Reasons to Invest & Retire in Costa Rica

Warm water, world-class surf, low property taxes, foreign ownership and the Pura Vida lifestyle—discover five good reasons Costa Rica continues to attract property investors and retirees from around the world.

Tierra Nahua Eco Lodge Sustainable Beach Jungle Retreat — Guasacate, Nicaragua

Tierra Nahua Eco Lodge A Sustainable Beach Jungle Retreat in Playa Popoyo, Nicaragua – Unearth the perfect investment opportunity in the heart of the thriving surf and yoga scene. Tierra Nahua Eco Lod...

Own a beautiful villa of one of El Salvador’s most wave-rich and still relatively undiscovered stretches of coastline.

RARE OCEANFRONT SURF ESTATE | 35 METERS OF PRIVATE OCEANFRONT | TURN-KEY SURF PROPERTY Own a piece of one of El Salvador’s most wave-rich and still relatively undiscovered stretches of coastline.

Building a Home in Mexico

Build your dream surf home in Mexico for potentially far less than comparable construction in the U.S., Canada, or Europe. Learn how foreigners can purchase coastal land through a fideicomiso, choose the right builder, manage construction costs, and turn a piece of land near the waves into a custom surf retreat.

Buying Real Estate in Dominican Republic for Foreigners: The Ultimate Guide

Thinking about buying property in the Dominican Republic? This comprehensive guide explains everything foreign buyers need to know—from ownership laws and the purchase process to taxes, financing, residency considerations, and the best beach and surf destinations for investment. Whether you’re looking for a vacation home, rental property, or beachfront development opportunity, this guide will help you invest with confidence.

Can a Foreigner Purchase Land in Nicaragua

Can Foreigners Buy Beachfront Property on Nicaragua’s Southern Coast? Titled vs Concession Property Explained Yes. Foreigners can legally purchase and hold property in Nicaragua, including beachfront and surf properties along Nicaragua’s Southern Coast, better known as the Emerald Coast. However, not all coastal properties are held under the same ownership structure. In areas such as […]

Buying Surf Property in Mexico

Can a foreigner buy surf property in Mexico? Yes. This guide explains how coastal ownership works, what a fideicomiso is, and the key steps to buying safely and smartly in Mexico’s best surf zones.

The Mentawai Islands: World-Class Surf Destination—and a Rare Surf-Business Investment Opportunity

There are amazing business opportunities in the Mentawais! Land, surf camps, villas and even boat charters are for sale and income producing!

Offering Owner Financing to Attract Sellers

Owner financing is a powerful way to differentiate your property in a crowded market by removing the biggest barrier to a sale: access to financing. By stepping in as the lender, you instantly expand your pool of potential buyers to include those who have the income but lack the immediate cash or the rigid credit profile required by banks.

WHERE’S THE WATER COMING FROM?

The entire Zion Shores development, including surf lagoons and pools, is expected to use an estimated 30 million gallons of water annually. By comparison, a typical golf course in Southern Utah uses 120–150 million gallons per year (up to 5x more water).