Originally from New Jersey, Michael is a graduate of Rutgers University. He has been a freelance copyeditor for companies such as Chubb Insurance and AT&T. He was also the owner of a successful retail wine shop in New Jersey before making the move to Costa Rica. Over the last 3 years in Costa Rica, Michael has been a management consultant for several businesses in the Central Valley, as well as serving as a tour guide for many hotels. Most recently, he has partnered with Jeffrey Hickcox to create Paradise Profits, a company specializing in education through books and seminars geared toward the many investment opportunities available in Costa Rica. As Managing Partner of AMEUROPE he can help in all areas of relocation tours, real estate and investment opportunities in the Central Valley, with a focus on the area of Atenas where he currently makes his home. With the assistance of his partner, Adela Agüero Trejos, he can accommodate all English-speaking and Spanish-speaking clients.