Jim Habig

Milestone Moment: A Legacy Surf Resort Joins Our Portfolio in Sri Lanka

We are thrilled to welcome an iconic oceanfront surf sanctuary to the market. Discover the story behind this rare commercial lifestyle offering and what comes next.

How to Sell Property Abroad as a US Owner: Taxes, Process and Timelines in Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, Nicaragua and El Salvador

When a US owner sells a beach home or lot in Latin America, two tax systems take a turn: the country where the property sits, and the IRS. Here is how capital gains, withholding, transfer taxes, closing costs and timelines compare in Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, Nicaragua and El Salvador, and what changes on your US return.

Siargao Real Estate: The 2026 Guide to Buying Surf Property in Siargao and the Philippines as a Foreigner

Foreigners can't own land in the Philippines, but they can lease it, own a condo unit or hold a minority stake in a Filipino-majority company. Here is how each route works on Siargao in 2026, how to tell a real title from a tax declaration, what the protected-area and shoreline rules mean, and what land costs from Cloud 9 to Pacifico.

Private Islands for Sale: How to Buy an Island in 2026 (A Surf and Beach Buyer's Guide)

You can buy an island in many countries, but what you actually get ranges from full freehold title to a 25-year lease, and the purchase price is often the smallest number you will deal with. Here is how island ownership works country by country in 2026, what islands really cost to buy and run, and what surfers should check before they fall for a reef pass.

Costa Rica Surf Towns Real Estate: Nosara, Santa Teresa, Tamarindo, Playa Grande, Pavones and More (2026)

A town-by-town guide to buying near the surf in Costa Rica, from Tamarindo, Playa Grande and Nosara in Guanacaste to Santa Teresa, Jacó, Dominical, Pavones and Puerto Viejo. For each town: the wave, who it suits, indicative 2026 asking prices, title and maritime-zone notes, water, and how far it is from an airport.

Wave Pool Homes: The 2026 Guide to Buying Real Estate in a Surf Park Community

A home on a private surf lagoon is the newest and revolutionary kind of surf real estate. Most of the developments are in the desert environments. Here is how wave pool communities work in 2026, what homes cost from southern Utah to Texas and the Coachella Valley, and the dues, water and developer risks to check before you buy.

Rosarito Real Estate: The 2026 Guide to Buying a Surf Home in Rosarito, Ensenada and Northern Baja

Northern Baja is the closest foreign surf coast to Southern California, and Americans can buy there through a bank trust. Here is how the fideicomiso, closing costs, ejido risk, water, safety and 2026 asking prices work from Playas de Tijuana and Rosarito to K-38, La Misión and Ensenada.

Nicaragua Real Estate: The 2026 Guide to Buying Beachfront in San Juan del Sur, Rancho Santana, Gigante and the Emerald Coast

Foreigners can own beachfront land in Nicaragua almost exactly as citizens do, and prices still sit well below Costa Rica. Here is how the coastal law, title checks, taxes, residency and 2026 political risk actually work, and what you get for your money from San Juan del Sur to Rancho Santana, Gigante, Playa Colorado and El Astillero.

Surfing French Polynesia: World-Class Waves, Tropical Paradise, and the Dream of Owning a Piece of Paradise

From the legendary barrels of Teahupo'o to the breathtaking reefs of Moorea, discover why French Polynesia is more than a bucket-list surf destination — it's a place where surfers dream of calling home.

Top 4 Surf Properties for Sale in Mexico: La Saladita Villas, a Beachfront Penthouse and a Wellness Retreat

Every property from our "Top 4 Surf Properties for Sale in Mexico" post in one place, all a short walk from the long left at La Saladita. Tap any listing for photos, full details and to contact the seller.

SOLD: Iconic Oceanfront Villa in Las Gaviotas, Rosarito

International Surf Properties announces the successful sale of a premier home in Las Gaviotas, Baja's legendary gated community featuring world-class surf.

Top 6 Surf Resorts for Sale Right Now: Mentawai, Siargao, Nicaragua, Peru and Panama

Every surf resort from our "Top 6 Surf Resorts for Sale" post in one place, from a freehold villa in the Mentawai Islands to a $2.5M oceanfront hotel in Peru. Tap any listing for photos, full details and to contact the seller.