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Five Reasons You Should Move Your Family to Panama!

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When looking to live and invest in Panama, you’re sometimes not just making a decision for yourself, but for your whole family. Relocating your family can be tough, especially if you have kids. Luckily, in Panama, there’s lots of potential for kids, including expats who relocate. Whether you’re moving to Panama for just a few years, or here for the long haul, you can find family-friendly activities, housing, recreation, and schools to fit your need. To give you a little taste of what’s in store for you and the family in your Panama adventure, here are 5 great reasons that make Panama a family-friendly destination.
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Guide to Transportation in Panama: What you need to know

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Transportation, and knowing how to get around, is essential no matter where you live. When you relocate to Panama, or to a new country, you’ll need to get around efficiently, and in a way that is both comfortable and suits your budget. Transportation in Panama is diverse, busy, and with lots of variables that go into the logistics and day-to-day tasks to get where you need to go. Before arriving here, you should check out all of your options, and decide how you want to get around, and how much you want to spend to do so. Here are some tips on how to maximize your Panama transportation experiences.
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Moving to Panama With Kids – What you need to know first!

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When you plan on moving to Panama, for many of us, this means moving with the whole family. And in many cases, that means kids, and kids of all ages. Relocating anywhere with your kids can be tough on the whole family, and it’s understandable. There are so many changes that take place, and it is a big transition, especially when you’re young. But that doesn’t mean that it doesn’t have to be fun. Moving to Panama can be a rewarding, and learning experience for people of all ages, and a great way to bond with your kids. Here are 5 things we recommend knowing, before you move to Panama, to make the transition as fun, and as easy as possible. Continue reading »

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Buying or Renting Real Estate in Panama? Here’s what to look for!

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If you’re looking to buy or rent properties in Panama, there are many options to suite any taste, or any budget. There are great deals to be had, fantastic areas to live in, and many diverse choices that can fit your need specifically. Just like anywhere else, you need to do a good amount of research and personal introspection before you make your decision when it comes to Real Estate. After all, you’re buying or renting in a foreign country, and you should know the rules before you start. Continue reading »

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Immigrating to Panama From Poland: What you need to know ahead of time

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Poland is a country steeped in rich history, with a resilient, proud people who are both forward-thinking, and diverse in cultural tradition. Right now, Poland is going through a transitional period. This is nothing new for Poland, but for many, the opportunities abroad are just too good to pass up. For people in the European Union, including the Polish, immigrating to Panama is something that is right within reach, without a lot of the similar cost and jumping through hoops they may encounter in other parts of the world. If you’re from Poland, and the thought of moving and investing overseas has been on your mind, you owe it to yourself to look into Panama. Here’s why. Continue reading »

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Four Great Ways to Enjoy Panama on a Short Trip

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If you’re looking at relocating to Panama, retiring in Panama, or investing in Panama, you’re going to want to check out the country for yourself first. Panama is easy to get to from anywhere in the Americas, as well as Europe, and makes for a great “research” trip, as well as a vacation. But if you’re a busy person, like most of us, you may not have too much time. That’s fine, because with a little planning, you can actually see a lot if you just have one week. You may find it easier to focus your trip based on what you want to get out of Panama in future endeavors, and that’s a great start. However, there are lots of things to do, and places to see, that can offer lots to experience and learn, for practically any need. If you’ve got just a week to spend in Panama, here are our top four favorite things to do. Continue reading »

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Immigrating to Panama from South Africa: What you need to know

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For many in South Africa, the turmoil and uncertainty of recent years has become just too much, and staying put no longer seems like a good option. Right now, thousands of landowners in South Africa are under danger of either losing their land, or even worse, their lives, with no immediate end in sight, and little aid from the outside world. As chaotic as life is in South Africa, the resilience of its people is inspiring, and people are taking action into their own hands, and making the choice to emigrate. While this choice is never easy, it’s the best bet for those who want to improve their lifestyle, increase their safety, and continue to grow professionally, or as investors.

While there are many great options around the world for South Africans when it comes to emigrating, one place keeps popping up at the top of the list for people of all ages/backgrounds. That place is Panama. Continue reading »

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Renting vs. Buying in Panama: How to make the best real estate choice

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If you’re planning on relocating to Panama, whether for a short or long period, you’ll need to decide whether you want to rent or buy Panama real estate. Both options have a lot to offer, and both can be financially beneficial depending on your lifestyle and circumstances. If you’re looking to rent or buy in Panama, you’ll need to do some due diligence first. The Real Estate market in Panama is diverse and has an abundance of new properties, both in the cities and the suburbs. From luxury skyscraper apartments, beach houses, estates, family homes, and suburban condos, Panama has it all, to buy or rent. Here are some quick tips on how whether you should rent or buy in Panama. Continue reading »

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Five places that are PERFECT for retiring in Panama!

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Have you considered retiring in Panama? Have you already made your decision, but not sure exactly where in Panama you should retire to? With so many great communities here for retirees, you’ve got lots to look over and consider before you make the move. We fully recommend that before making any big decisions about moving, you come visit these places for yourself. That being said, here are five of our favorite places that we think are ideal for retires in Panama.
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What it Takes to be a Well-Rounded Expat in Panama

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What exactly is an expat? This is a question that has been asked (and answered) in many different ways, for many different years. And while the definition may vary depending on the source, we can all agree on one thing: to be a responsible, positive, well-rounded expat, it takes some patience and effort. If you’re planning a move to Panama, or you’re a newer expat and you feel kind of stuck, or frustrated, we understand. Here are some tips to help point you in the right direction, and help you become (or plan on becoming) a well-rounded expat.
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