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jayne rocco

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American looking for information about Panama

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Lives in orlando

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Registration: 16 January 2015

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jayne rocco
nichrocks replied to a thread
8 years ago
Christine

Buying property in Panama by Christine

Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Panama? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Panama? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...

jayne rocco

Addt note after reading the post about finding an attorney which is on target. I lived in Panama City for awhile and was fortunate enough to find a reputable one who was educated in the states and speaks perfect English, He was a Godsend and ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks replied to a thread
8 years ago
Christine

Buying property in Panama by Christine

Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Panama? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Panama? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...

jayne rocco

Yes you can buy property in Panama but there are some things to watch for. Everybody and their brother want to sell to you so be careful of scams. Make sure that your property has a clear title and some long lost family member doesnt show up to ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks created a thread
8 years ago

MOVING HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO COSTA RICA

Im considering opening a gym/health club in an expiate community. I have a source in the US where I can buy exercise equipment for a fraction of the cost. What is the the least expensive way I could get it there and would I be charged customs or ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks created a thread
8 years ago

Property value and selling in volcan

I purchased a beautiful building lot in volcan 8 years ago which I need to sell. It's in a small subdivision and has all utilities and internet in place. Can anyone tell me how much lots are going for now, how difficult selying is and the best ... Read More

jayne rocco
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8 years ago
nichrocks

Cuernavaca to live and do business? by nichrocks

Ive been traveling to Cuernavaca for years and always hoped one day to live there. I have the opportunity now to move and go into an existing catering business my friend owns. Ive seen the foreigners that once crowed the city decline as the crime ...

jayne rocco

Thanks so much for your offer. I know a lot of people there and the business Im looking into is my friends which is already established but I believe I can increase it. Im sure it would be beneficial to have more contacts and I would like to know ... Read More

jayne rocco
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8 years ago
nichrocks

Cuernavaca to live and do business? by nichrocks

Ive been traveling to Cuernavaca for years and always hoped one day to live there. I have the opportunity now to move and go into an existing catering business my friend owns. Ive seen the foreigners that once crowed the city decline as the crime ...

jayne rocco

Thanks for posting. I don't know about Cuernavaca as a less expensive alternative though. I don't know the other places you mentioned but I find Cuernavaca compared to other Mexican cities to be expensive. Im from central FL and the rents ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks created a thread
8 years ago

Cuernavaca to live and do business?

Ive been traveling to Cuernavaca for years and always hoped one day to live there. I have the opportunity now to move and go into an existing catering business my friend owns. Ive seen the foreigners that once crowed the city decline as the crime ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks replied to a thread
9 years ago
billgreenthal

Hi! Anyone living in Cuernavaca who can help orient a newcomer? Thanks by billgreenthal

My Mexican wife and I are moving July 20th, 2015 to live in Cuernavaca. We're retired. If there is anyone living in Cuernavaca who can help us learn about the in's and out's of living in Cuernavaca, we'd greatly appreciate ...

jayne rocco

Hi Len and everyone, I dont live there but seriously considering moving there in the next few months. Ive been traveling there for 10 years and love this little city. You will find the people very warm and helpful but there arent as many English ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks replied to a thread
9 years ago
spunk

bad experiences in Panama by spunk

Hi everybody, I post this topic because I would like understand better the cons of this country.

jayne rocco

Np lol. If you are looking to start a business in Panama you should be aware that it is pretty difficult. I wanted to move back but needed a way to support myself so am in progress of forming a medical tourism company. It is US based but uses ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks replied to a thread
9 years ago
spunk

bad experiences in Panama by spunk

Hi everybody, I post this topic because I would like understand better the cons of this country.

jayne rocco

I found your post on bad experiences in panama to be very funny, after having lived in the obarrio section of the city. you hit everything dead on but i also find it funny that people are posting all of these problems, especially their frustration ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks replied to a thread
9 years ago
nichrocks

Vintage American Clothing Store Business? by nichrocks

I want to relocate to Central America and have been researching some type of business I could operate. I've met someone that makes a living selling vintage clothes in Panama and wondered if there were any such stores in Costa Rica or wheather ...

jayne rocco

Thank you both Mareon and Edward. I gave up on the clothing idea after the research and responses here. Mareon that was a great answer on the recover for surgury home though. What I actually settled in on doing was forming a medical tourism ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks replied to a thread
9 years ago
wannamovetopanama

Finding the best Banks in Panama ? by wannamovetopanama

Under the terms of the Visa I am working on, I will be required to commit substantial funds into "time deposit" account. At this point , I do not speak Spanish, and assume this will complicate the process.....beyond that I see there are a ...

jayne rocco

I can't tell you how banks operate now but I had no problem opening an account at HSBC when I lived there 6 years ago. If you do need an attorney for any reason though I can refer you to the attorney I used there who is now a partner with me in ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks replied to a thread
9 years ago
nichrocks

Medical, Legal, IT Specialists wanted to partner in Medical Tourism Bz by nichrocks

I am researching and writing a business plan to open and operate a medical tourism business bringing clients from the states to Central America for dental and medical procedures. I am experienced in marketing and new business formation and ...

jayne rocco

I really appreciate your input. Since I've lived in Costa Rica, Pana,a and Mexico and have my own doctors and dentists in each of theses countries I chose to start my company using practictioners and procedures in these countries that they ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks replied to a thread
9 years ago
nichrocks

Medical, Legal, IT Specialists wanted to partner in Medical Tourism Bz by nichrocks

I am researching and writing a business plan to open and operate a medical tourism business bringing clients from the states to Central America for dental and medical procedures. I am experienced in marketing and new business formation and ...

jayne rocco

I agree and am aware of everything you wrote. I am also familiar with the certification organizations. Though its been available for a long time many Americans have never even heard of it. Those that have, never having traveled out of the country ... Read More

jayne rocco
nichrocks replied to a thread
9 years ago
Larissa0985

Jobs in Panama by Larissa0985

Hello, my family and I are interested in moving to Panama. We are a family of 4 including myself (29), husband (32) and 2 kids (ages 1 and 4). Are there jobs for foreigners in Panama? Is it extremely difficult to be hired by a local company? My ...

jayne rocco

I lived in Panama City for 6 months and found jobs for foreigners - even from Costa Rica, are difficult if not impossible to find. This is why most people start their own business. Since many Panamanians can do the type work your husband does I ... Read More