(Panama Equity) Looking to sell your real estate in Panama, or perhaps just curious about the sales process? This article will cover the basics on selling real estate in Panama, including the costs of selling property and the conveyance process. In some cases, but not all, the first step in the sales process is a reservation agreement, whereby the buyer puts down a good … [Read more...]
Tips for new arrivals in Panama
(Live and Invest Overseas) At first, launching a new life in a new country is a big, exciting, romantic dream. Then, once you've arrived in your new country of choice, that big, exciting, romantic dream can devolve into a frustrating, challenging, hassle-filled nightmare...unless you're properly prepped. That was the objective behind the “How To Navigate Your New Life In … [Read more...]
Panama’s Holidays for 2014
(The Panama Gringo) Here is a list of the National public holidays (Días Feriados) in Panama in 2014: 3 March (Mon) Carnival (first day) National 4 March (Tue) Carnival Tuesday National 5 March (Wed) Ash Wednesday National 17 April (Thu) Bank Holiday (from 13:00) National 18 April (Fri) Good Friday National 1 … [Read more...]
Retirement in Panama Keeps Getting Better
(US News) If you’re planning to retire overseas, it’s a good idea to pay attention to the economic situation in that country. Here’s why a healthy economy is important, even for retirees: A strong economy can translate to healthy investment in the country’s infrastructure. Countries with strong economies typically reinvest in themselves. A growing economy generally … [Read more...]
How to use public transportation in Panama
(The Panama Gringo) When a gringo hops on public transportation in Panama, most people take a good long look. That’s because you will not be a common sight; most tourists and even a lot of expats would prefer to take a taxi or some other form of private transportation. Why? Speed, comfort, safety, and many times, just personal preference. You might be wondering – why should … [Read more...]