(International Living) Marvin and Joanne Riddle donât just enjoy âthe best of both worldsââŚthey enjoy the best the whole world has to offer them. The couple spend part of every year in Florida, part of the year living on La Barqueta beach, in Panamaâs ChiriquĂ province, andâwhen the mood takes themâthey travel the world, too. So far this year, the Tennessee natives have … [Read more...]
Panama in November is one big holiday
(Arco Properties) November is one of those âlove `em or hate `emâ months in Panama, mainly because we managed (don´t know how, really) to fit all of our patriot holidays in the same month, and as a result nobody really works, nothing moves. So, if you are planning to come to Panama for business either 2, 3, 4, 5, 10 or 28th of November, just don´t bother. Also, please check if … [Read more...]
Real Estate Market in Panama
(International Living) I love Panama City and all there is to do in and around the gleaming capitalâfrom operas to charity walks to fun classes like improv and foreign film appreciation. Anything goes. You might think that makes Panama City expensive for property. Sometimes it is. You can find condos listed at luxury pricesâ$250,000 and up. But you can also find condos for … [Read more...]
Real Estate Ownership Issues in Panama
(International Living) Most land and homes are sold privately, without a real estate agent. There are active agents, however, and their fees are usually 5%. There is no escrow and no title insurance in Panama, though a secure transaction can be made through a local bank. We recommend you have land surveyed before you purchase it. And donât purchase any property without … [Read more...]
Tips for Getting the Right Taxi Price in Panama!
(Thepanamagringo.com) If you have spent any time in Panama City then you are aware of a phenomenon I like to call âGetting Gringoed.â This term refers to situations when because of your physical appearance or inability to speak Spanish you are automatically charged a higher price for the good or service you intend to purchase. Being a Blond Haired, Blue Eyed, Poor Spanish … [Read more...]