For many people, the first thing that comes to mind about Panama, is the Panama Canal. That’s to be expected. The Canal was a huge engineering feat that had a wide ranging impact world wide. And it made travel in the Americas enormously easier. However, there is a whole lot to Panama besides the canal. [...]
Panama has long been a desired retirement destination for expats. Panama’s year-round warm weather, low taxation, and moderate cost of living, make a Panama investment a fabulous opportunity. One of the exciting things about investing in the region is that property prices are much lower than many other areas. This makes Panama an excellent [...]
Moving To Costa Rica To Enjoy The Low Cost Of Living & Delightful Weather Is Great –– Making Money Doing It Is Even Better. If you have the resources to purchase Costa Rica real estate, you can create a great career for yourself. Plus you can help other expats enjoy this wonderful Latin American country. [...]
There was a time when Panama’s real estate market was considered the 2nd best place to invest. Only Dubai was a better place to buy property. Then came the real estate market collapse. Dubai real estate market crumbled almost overnight. Panama’s Economy Is Thriving However, the Panama real estate market remained steady. In fact, it [...]
Investing in property is your key to financial freedom. It can also be a lucrative source of passive income. When choosing properties for investment location is critical. Location is why investors often choose Costa Rica real estate. Advantages of Investing In Costa Rica Real Estate Strategic Location Costa Rica is a beautiful country which is [...]
Tourism is big in Costa Rica, and it doesn’t take the first time visitor very long to see why. There are amazing landscapes, nature that can’t be found anywhere else in the world, and interesting cultures. In fact, many who come to Costa Rica fall in love with the place and wish they could stay [...]
There are many great things to recommend living in Central America. But one of the best is that 5 of the 7 central american countries straddle the isthmus. That is their borders reach from the Pacific to the Caribbean Ocean. Even relatively small countries can be on both the Caribbean and the Pacific. Such is the case [...]
A number of people have asked us about Puerto Armuelles. They are curious about what they are hearing about it. They want to know if it is true. Is Puerto Armuelles the newest investment hotspot in Panama? Our readers have asked for a bit of its history as well as what is happening in Puerto [...]
The Chiriqui Province has both beaches and mountains, and everything in between. Even a volcano. The Province was incorporated in 1849 while Panama was still a part of Colombia. The 1949 stamped pictured above was created to celebrate Chiriqui’s centennial. Chiriqui is now the most developed province in Panama. It shares a western border with [...]
Tsunami Inn Is A Relaxing Place To Stay in Puerto Armuelles Panama Finally a great place to stay in Puerto Armuelles, Panama, The Tsunami Inn. You can enjoy the beach from your own hotel cabin. The Tsunami Inn has opened it doors. It is a small hotel consisting of: Cozy cabins Swimming pool Place to [...]
David Panama Offers Many Urban Amenities To Chiriqui Residents First time visitors to Panama are often surprised by its high urban development amidst the natural setting of its highlands and coastlines. Various attractions and activities keep the tourist busy and happy. Some of those tourists find Panama so compelling that they return and start living [...]
Most land in Panama is right of possession (ROP) land. But experts, including us, are alway advising that people only buy titled property. What is a land buyer to do? We aren’t going to tell you never to buy ROP land. There is alot of wonderful ROP land out there. However, you must carefully investigate [...]
The cost of living in Costa Rica is generally less expensive than the equivalent lifestyle in the US, Canada, or Europe. In addition, Costa Rica enjoys a high quality of life. In fact, its capital, San Jose, has been ranked as having one of the best quality of life standards among Latin America cities. In Costa [...]
If want to relocate to Panama, buying property may be your best option. Buying Panama real estate gives you a permanent residence. A place to call your own. Plus, Panama properties are usually very affordable. This means that you can use part of the proceeds from the sale of your current home to buy your property [...]
Commercial Investment Opportunities Abound In Costa Rica There are so many investment options in Costa Rica, and really, in the world. Why should you consider Costa Rica commercial real estate? One of the biggest reasons is its pro-investment atmosphere. Costa Rica has a developing and diverse economy along with political stability and high-education levels. As a result, over [...]
Panama offers a fistful of perks compared to other Central or South American countries. It has garnered much media attention. Panama Has Been Hailed As A: Wonderful tourist destination Beautiful and affordable retreat for retirees Compelling and profitable property investment opportunities It’s landscapes are widely varied with mountain, beachfront, and island locations. Panama is a [...]
Costa Rica is synonymous to sea, sun and fun. The epi-center of that is Jaco, Costa Rica. It is the favorite beach destination among surfers and fun lovers. Jaco is situated between several mountains and neighboring beaches. The coastal city of Jaco offers residents and visitors easy access to a pristine beachfront and to an exuberant [...]
Although there are expats everywhere in Costa Rica, there are several places where the expat population is particularly high. One of these places is San Rafael, which is a suburb of San Jose, Costa Rica’s capital. This is a popular expat destination because the suburb is close to the capital, but it still has the [...]
The “Gold Coast” of Costa Rica is part of the Guanacaste Province. As the map shows, both are located in the northern coastal area of Costa Rica. The Gold Coast has been long popular with surfers. In fact, some of the most well-known surfing areas in Costa Rica are located there. Surfers are often the [...]
If you qualify for a Pensionado visa in Panama, you can now easily obtain a permanent resident card, or cedula. This is great news since cedula’s are du rigor in Panama. Everyone carries a cedula, people expect you to supply one when requested. As Don Winner, of the Panama Guide, writes on this topic, “Cool. Now [...]
