Our Agents - The Best in Costa Rica

ISABELLE EMOND, Broker/Owner 

Isabelle serves as the Broker/Owner of the Tamarindo office at RE/MAX Ocean Surf and Sun. Originally from Canada, she completed her BA in Orthopedagogy in 1996 and dedicated 8 years to this field. In 2001, she ventured into entrepreneurship, founding her own construction company specializing in luxury residences. In 2012, Isabelle relocated to Playa Tamarindo with her husband and son. She is an active member of both CRGAR and NAR, and her outstanding achievements at RE/MAX, including membership in the Chairman's Club, showcase her success. She speaks English, French, and Spanish.

More info on where Isabelle lives: PLAYA TAMARINDO

COURTNEY BORQUET, Broker/Owner

Courtney is the Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Ocean Surf and Sun of the Tamarindo office. Her educational background is in international business. Courtney relocated to Costa Rica more than twenty years ago from North Carolina, and has served for several terms as the President of Guanacaste Real Estate board. She also belongs to CRGAR and NAR, and is a multiple RE/MAX award winner. Courtney speaks English and Spanish. 

More info on where Courtney lives: HACIENDA PINILLA

CHRIS SIMMONS, Agent - LISA SIMMONS, Agent

Chris is the founder of our networked team of three offices (Re/Max Ocean Surf, Re/Max Tres Amigos and Re/Max Prestige Ocean). Chris is a Canadian Chartered Accountant who has worked in England, USA, and Canada. His professional experience includes forensic accounting for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and managing criminal law firms in Vancouver. Chris relocated to Costa Rica with his wife Bonnie and their family over 15 years ago. Chris is a Certified International Property Specialist, and is a multiple RE/MAX award winner including Broker/Owner of the Year. He also belongs to CRGAR, and work in team with his daughter Lisa Simmons. They both speak English and Spanish. 

More info on where Chris and Lisa live: RESERVA CONCHAL

CHRIS SPEARS, Agent

Chris is an entrepreneur who founded several sucessful businesses in his home of Kentucky. Chris relocated to Costa Rica after marrying Elena Guerrero from Liberia. Chris speaks fluent Spanish and is committed to working with his clients locate their piece of paradise. Chris and Elena also volunteer a significant portion of their time to help the local community. Chris speaks English and Spanish. 

DERRICK POELSMA, Agent

Derrick, originally from Florida, first came to Costa Rica in 1991 to visit family and to study on their Biological Reserve known as Las Vueltas High Land Retreat. Years later after graduating with a degree in Marketing & Graphic Design, he decided to spend some time down in Costa Rica traveling and studying Spanish. After a very short time, he decided not to return to the US and started a business; he founded a graphic design and multimedia marketing firm that held numerous marketing contracts with big known clients. In 2007, he relocated to Tamarindo. He dedicates endless efforts to ensure the highest quality of service for all his clients. Derrick speaks English and Spanish.

GABRIEL SEGUIN, Agent

Gabriel is Canadian and relocated to Costa Rica with his family back in 2012. His educational journey includes graduating in Audio Engineering from OIART in 2018 and attending Concordia University in Canada. During his previous stay in Costa Rica from 2012 to 2017, he gained valuable expertise in the real estate sector while working as an administrative assistant and part-time agent for Remax owners. His unique skill set includes proficiency in three languages - French, English, and Spanish, making him a versatile asset for individuals seeking assistance in real estate transactions in Costa Rica. Gabriel's blend of academic, linguistic, and industry experience positions him as a knowledgeable and capable resource for those interested in real estate investments in the region, catering to a diverse clientele with his multilingual abilities.

More info on where Gabriel lives: PLAYA TAMARINDO

SUK LIN AJU, Agent

Suk is Costa Rican, originally from San José and has been living in Tamarindo area for the last 3 years. She has a degree in Marketing and has experience in several industries and markets, from hospitality to commercial business, strategy and development. Ever since she was little, Guanacaste has been part of her life and she’ll be happy to advise you on how to be a part of the Golden Coast of Costa Rica, for leisure or business. She can assist you with your investment in Spanish and English.

KATE ROBINSON, Agent

Kate moved to Costa Rica in 2014. Originally from Cleveland, she studied at University of Colorado Boulder in Software Engineering. She now has many years of experience living as an "Expat" in our beautiful country. She resided for 7 years in Playa Nosara, lived 2 years in Playa del Coco and recently moved in Playa Brasilito in 2023. Certified as a real estate agent with RE/MAX Central American and after 2 years working for Remax Synergy in Playa del Coco, she is now part of the Remax Ocean Surf & Sun Family in Playa Tamarindo. She can assist you with your investment in English and Spanish.

JENNIFER RICHTER, Agent

Jennifer first came to live in San Jose, Costa Rica in 2002 for a job opportunity after completing her undergraduate degree. Originally from Indianapolis, IN, she has degrees from Purdue University in Visual Communications and Spanish language and a masters in Information Learning Technologies from University of Colorado Denver. After settling in Tamarindo in 2011, she has been an entrepreneur since 2014, owning and operating a property management business that specializes in home renovations and carpentry installations. She brings a lot of experience to the table in that field, which strengthens her understanding of building infrastructures in Guanacaste. Her ability to communicate effectively in both Spanish and English helps to build strong working relationships with her team and community members. She can assist you in both languages and is dedicated to serving her clients.