@jonoyakker
American looking for information about Panama
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Warning-real estate in Panama is not what it seems by WarningToAll
We purchased a condo, pre construction, from what we were told to be a reputable and a premium developer [Moderated] of Panama City, Republic of Panama in October of 2006. The project was named Oceanaire, and was supposedly the best amongst the ...
Captain Steve, not true. Most property in Panama is titled. If you buy ROP (untitled) you are taking a big risk. The big take-away from this story is DO NOT BUY PRE-CONSTRUCTION PROPERTY. Read More
Where should we buy real estate in Panama? by kcredneck
Wanting to look at real estate in Panama. We built a house in Caye Caulker Belize. Its a nice island, but we are thinking about retiring in about 4 years. We are thinking we should be closer to hospitals etc. We think we would like to be on the ...
Depends where in Panama. Read More
Where should we buy real estate in Panama? by kcredneck
Wanting to look at real estate in Panama. We built a house in Caye Caulker Belize. Its a nice island, but we are thinking about retiring in about 4 years. We are thinking we should be closer to hospitals etc. We think we would like to be on the ...
And Colombia has a lot of poverty. Read More
Where should we buy real estate in Panama? by kcredneck
Wanting to look at real estate in Panama. We built a house in Caye Caulker Belize. Its a nice island, but we are thinking about retiring in about 4 years. We are thinking we should be closer to hospitals etc. We think we would like to be on the ...
Tough1: Once correction-Untrue that most property outside the city is not titled. Read More
Opening a company by Castanheira
Hi everyone, I am about to open an E-commerce company in Panama. However, it is being difficult to find a trustable legal adviser. Anyone has contacts of companies that can help me out with paperwork and give me some advises? Thanks, Luis
I would add that I have been in business going on 3 years and have never paid a bribe (unless you count a cup of coffee) Read More
Opening a company by Castanheira
Hi everyone, I am about to open an E-commerce company in Panama. However, it is being difficult to find a trustable legal adviser. Anyone has contacts of companies that can help me out with paperwork and give me some advises? Thanks, Luis
Tough1, I completely disagree. I have found many honest people here, including lawyers. Read More
Customer care in Panama by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Panama and ...
I have been here 4 years and I see things generally improving in terms of customer service. I like Do it Center-especially Westland Mall. I have received some truly amazing service there. The big stores in general are doing some training. But things ... Read More
Looking for a reliable insurance broker by adriano72
Hi, I'm trying to get a local health insurance here in Panama and from my understanding the best way to do so is through an insurance broker. Anyone can recommend a reliable one? Thank you!
No, your best deal is going through a hospital's private insurance, thus eliminating the middle man. Try Hospital San Fernando. Read More
Affordable Lawyer of Integrity and Intelligence Wanted by holisticdoc
Greetings, what is the average to best lawyer rate you have experienced when purchasing real estate in Panama? What is the typical cost that one might expect to pay (for title search services, notary fees, etc). If you know one who is honest, knows ...
Around $750 as I recall. Read More
Can you work under the friendly nations visa? by Leapoffaith2016
If you start a business and apply for the friendly nations visa does that allow you to work?
FYI-I've run and worked in my business in Cocle for 2 1/2 years and no one has ever asked if I had a work permit (which I don't) If you try to obey all the restrictions, you won't be able to do anything else. And guess what-NO ONE knows ... Read More
Can you work under the friendly nations visa? by Leapoffaith2016
If you start a business and apply for the friendly nations visa does that allow you to work?
Janice, I don't believe the 90% rule is being enforced currently. Personally, I wouldn't (and don't) worry about it. Jon Read More
Environmental protection in Panama by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Panama? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and selective ...
Approximately 6 months ago, it was announced that there would be centralized trash stations and new trucks. Private collection of trash was outlawed. The money was already budgeted but I've heard nothing since. Read More
Environmental protection in Panama by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Panama? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and selective ...
We have an active recycling and litter clean up program here in El Valle. Jon Read More
Can you work under the friendly nations visa? by Leapoffaith2016
If you start a business and apply for the friendly nations visa does that allow you to work?
Yes. Technically you are supposed to only manage but I've never see it enforced. Read More
Considering moving to Panama please advise by KarienG
I am considering moving to Panama either opening a tattoo studio or perhaps Mexican Restaurant. Would prefer not to live in Panama City. Would really appreciate any advise from others on this forum. Thanks!
A number of people here in El Valle have commented that we need a Mexican restaurant. Jon Read More