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Meet your dedicated real estate agents in Costa Rica — the Spicy Life team. Our experts are passionate about helping clients find their dream homes with personalized guidance and support. They speak multiple languages to assist a wide range of clients. You can choose an agent to work with directly, contact our marketing or operations team to be assigned the best agent, or fill out our contact form and we’ll connect you with the right professional. From property searches to legal guidance, we make your real estate journey smooth and stress-free.

Founder | Senior Broker & CEO

Pepe López

Languages: Spanish, English 
Pepe López is the Founder and CEO of Spicy Life Real Estate and the company’s lead broker. Born and raised in Dominicalito, Costa Rica, Pepe brings unmatched local knowledge, authenticity, and energy to every client experience. He is personally overseeing every transaction to ensure each client’s experience reflects his values and commitment to excellence.
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Broker

Jackie Frechette

Languages: English, Spanish, French

Jackie Frechette is a lead broker known for her professional expertise, warm approach, and deep connection to Costa Rica’s lifestyle and culture. Originally from the Greater Toronto Area in Canada, Jackie has called Costa Rica home for over six years, developing a strong understanding of the local market.
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Real Estate Agent

Adrián Quesada

Languages: Spanish, English
Adrián Quesada is a dedicated real estate agent with deep roots in the local community. Born in Pérez Zeledón and raised in Dominicalito, Adrián brings firsthand insight into the region that helps buyers and sellers navigate the market with confidence.
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Real Estate Agent

Daniel Godínez

Languages: Spanish, English
Daniel Godínez (known as Carlos) is a passionate real estate agent with strong roots in Costa Rica’s southern region. Born in Pérez Zeledón and raised in Uvita de Osa, Daniel offers clients invaluable local insight and a deep understanding of the area’s unique opportunities.
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Photographer | Real Estate Agent

Pedro Malacas

Languages: English, Portuguese…

Pedro Malacas is an experienced photographer with a global perspective, specializing in capturing properties through compelling imagery that highlights space, light, and atmosphere. His work is driven by a passion for visual storytelling, ensuring each home is presented at its absolute best.
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Founder | Senior Broker & CEO

Pepe López

Pepe López is the Founder and CEO of Spicy Life Real Estate and the company’s lead broker. Born and raised in Dominicalito, Costa Rica, Pepe brings unmatched local knowledge, authenticity, and energy to every client experience. He is personally overseeing every transaction to ensure each client’s experience reflects his values and commitment to excellence.

Having personally walked and sold hundreds of properties across the Osa Peninsula, Pepe brings an unmatched understanding of the land, local market conditions, and development opportunities. Fueled by a contagious optimism and a deep belief in possibility, Pepe transforms buying property in Costa Rica into a bold, joyful, and unmistakably Spicy experience.

Pepe believes in doing business for the purpose of community. His nonprofit supports the Dominicalito area to ensure that investment strengthens, rather than displaces, the communities that make this country extraordinary.

Languages: Spanish, English
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  • (506) 8444 4806
  • pepe@spicyliferealestate.com

Broker

Jackie Frechette

Jackie Frechette is a lead broker known for her professional expertise, warm approach, and deep connection to Costa Rica’s lifestyle and culture. Originally from the Greater Toronto Area in Canada, Jackie has called Costa Rica home for over six years, developing a strong understanding of the local market and what makes the region so special.

With fluency in English, French, and Spanish, Jackie seamlessly works with a diverse international clientele, guiding buyers and sellers with clarity, care, and confidence. An artist at heart, she paints using nature as her inspiration and is a dedicated student of aerial arts. Having traveled to 12 countries, Costa Rica remains the place closest to her heart. Her favorite beach, Playa Dominicalito, reflects her appreciation for natural beauty, while her admiration for the Tepezcuintle (Lowland Paca) speaks to her unique and grounded spirit.
Languages: English, Spanish, French
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  • (506) 8948 4657
  • jackie@spicyliferealestate.com

Real Estate Agent

Adrián Quesada

Adrián Quesada is a dedicated real estate agent with deep roots in the local community, offering clients an authentic and knowledgeable perspective on the area. Born in Pérez Zeledón and raised in Dominicalito, Adrián brings firsthand insight into the region that helps buyers and sellers navigate the market with confidence.

Known for his friendly and highly social personality, Adrián is passionate about connecting people with the right properties while providing genuine, thoughtful guidance every step of the way. His commitment to helping others and serving his community is at the core of his work. Outside of real estate, he enjoys playing soccer, spending time with family, visiting Playa Dominicalito, and has a deep love for horses.
Languages: English, Spanish
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  • (506) 8628 7149
  • adrian@spicyliferealestate.com

Real Estate Agent

Daniel Godínez

Daniel Godínez (known as Carlos) is a passionate real estate agent with strong roots in Costa Rica’s southern region. Born in Pérez Zeledón and raised in Uvita de Osa, Daniel offers clients invaluable local insight and a deep understanding of the area’s unique opportunities.

His approach is grounded in honesty, local expertise, and a commitment to creating meaningful connections throughout the buying and selling process. Daniel is a native Spanish speaker currently expanding his skills by learning English. Outside of real estate, he enjoys traveling, horseback riding, playing soccer, and spending time with family. His favorite beaches include Playa Linda and Manuel Antonio, and he has a deep appreciation for wildlife — especially jaguars and horses.
Languages: Spanish
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  • (506) 8980 9966
  • daniel.spicy.life@gmail.com

Photographer | Real Estate Agent

Pedro Malacas

Pedro Malacas is an experienced photographer with a global perspective, specializing in capturing properties through compelling imagery that highlights space, light, and atmosphere. His work is driven by a passion for visual storytelling, ensuring each home is presented at its absolute best.

Originally from Nazaré Beach, Portugal, Pedro communicates effortlessly with clients in English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, and German. His background as a stage actor and director gives him a unique eye for composition and presentation when showcasing properties. In his spare time, Pedro enjoys spending time at the beach, especially Dominicalito, and swimming whenever he can.
Languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, German
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  • +49 1517 1890177
  • malacas@gmail.com