Mary
@marica55
American expat in Panama
Forum posts
35
Contacts
5
About me
American
Speaks English
Registration: 21 August 2012
Place to live at beach with teenaged child
There is a International school in Gorgona. Read More
Searching for an beach Community. by Vincep34
Hello, my name is Vince and my interest is to one day move to a South or Central America country. For my goal in the next few years is to to move to a country for 3 months from January through end of March seeing if I like what I see there. I ...
There are small beach towns pass Coronado you should check out. You'll be close to everything, shopping, restaurants, Panama City about 1 hr away. You can take a bus to Albrook for about $2 and from there subway or metro bus to go into the city. Read More
Best driving route Tocumen to Coronado
I would recommend to rent a car in Coronado, better deal then at the airport. Taxi will charge about $100 to bring you to Coronado. I use a wonderful service provided by Jose, his fees are less. Tell him Mary recommended you. E-mail him at: ... Read More
Housing options by Papagx22014
My wife Patty and I (Bob) will be visiting Panama third week of Feb, 2015 to determine if Panama is the place for us to purchase a beach front condo or house. We were told there were many new housing developments on the Pacific coast. We are ...
Hi Bob and Patty, Great development right on the beach, still very reasonable comparing to some. First tower is just about finished and second started. http://palmarpanama.com/default.aspx?lan=en Get in touch with Claudia cmckay@decuriagroup.com Read More
Rental Property at/near the beach
If you want to be close to everything in Coronado, Gorgona is more reasonable. Also, depends if you are looking for a long term rental or short. Read More
looking to rent at least a funished 2 bed house by B&J abroad
Hi new to the site but are moving to panama or costa rica end of summer 2014. Would love to be by the beach on the Pacific side. And looking to rent at least a funished 2 bed house. Thanks Bud
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Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH
Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...
I am in Gorgona area, next to Coronado. I would love to meet up with you when you get here. Read More
Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH
Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...
We should form a singles women's club..."Single women expats" I'll organize it! Lady's..give me your feed on it. Read More
Single Lady retiring to Panama by PattiH
Hi, All New to this blog and looking for information. Are there any other Single ladies looking to retire to Panama? From all I've read I realize this most likely a huge minority. However, If I'm doing it I have to believe there are others.. ...
鈥婭 just came back to Panama after spending 2 months in Ecuador. As much as I am a beach person, I didn't care for Salinas and the beaches. Dark clouds everyday, I believe I saw the sun three times in a month. Salinas was like a ghost town in ... Read More
Future Home in Panama by Vie1961
Hi, I just joined this blog (my first ever blog community so not quite sure how it works) I'm planning a trip to Panama in the summer of 2014 in the hopes of discovering enough to make a decision to retire there in hopefully 4 to 5 years. There ...
Hi Sylvie, I've been here in Panama going on five years, live by the beach. I would be glad to talk or meet with you. E-mail me and maybe we can exchange phone number, I can call you. Mary Read More
Looking for a good lawyer by nancy roman
Planning on moving to Panama and after reading some of your blogs I see repeatedly that one needs a good lawyer,. Can you please suggest a couple with info on how to reach them. Also, how much should I budget for a lawyer to take care of our ...
I would recommend Myra. I used her services and was very impressed and happy with low fees and her help with everything. Here is her website: panamalawyermayralamboglia.com/index.htm Read More
need a private room ASAP
I need a private room in Quito ASAP, if you have a place please get in touch with me, or if you know of a place. I would appreciated it. Read More
Single Woman looking to "retire" by carolinesqueaky
I am a single woman (not yet 40) looking to check out South and Central America, with the possibility of staying long-term. I'm currently researching Panama, Ecuador and Nicaragua... but am having a difficult time in trying to determine which! I'm ...
I am a single women and I have a condo in Panama where I spend 6 months each year. If you would like to talk or get in touch with me, let me know. Read More
so confused yet excited to re-locate by Jvolpe
Hi all, My name is John and I'm 53. I am in the (very beginning) process of considering relocating to Panama. I currently live in Buffalo, NY (BRRRR) and am considering the snowbird options when I retire in about 6 years. I love the look of ...
Hi all, My name is John and I'm 53. I am in the (very beginning) process of considering relocating to Panama. I currently live in Buffalo, NY (BRRRR) and am considering the snowbird options when I retire in about 6 years. I love the look of ... Read More
Another Canadian thinking of becoming an Expat by raptorfan
Hi all! I am a teacher just outside Toronto about to retire and thinking of relocating to Panama. My wife and I have spent the last few weeks devouring any info we can find on the subject. We want to come down for a couple weeks to check out the lay ...
Hi all! I am a teacher just outside Toronto about to retire and thinking of relocating to Panama. My wife and I have spent the last few weeks devouring any info we can find on the subject. We want to come down for a couple weeks to check out the lay ... Read More
Long term rentals by dave100249
Needing info concerning long term housing rentals in Panama. Preferably near beach areas near Panama City.(within 30-40 minutes)Any info would be appreciated.
Needing info concerning long term housing rentals in Panama. Preferably near beach areas near Panama City.(within 30-40 minutes)Any info would be appreciated.I have a friend that is renting his 2 BR. condo, you can get in touch with me. Read More
How US tax law affects expats by Donzoila
Does anyone know anything about the effects of the new tax code? So far, I understand that, under the non double taxation clause, an American expat in Panama need not pay tax on an amount of less than $80,000. I hate to ask but is this still true? ...
Does anyone know anything about the effects of the new tax code? So far, I understand that, under the non double taxation clause, an American expat in Panama need not pay tax on an amount of less than $80,000. I hate to ask but is this still true? ... Read More
Possibly moving to Panama, many questions??? by pennymc
Hello everyone. I am seriously considering moving to Panama by the end of this year and have a few questions. I am in my late 40's retired early and divorced, are their many American's there my age? I have a 16 year old son that would need to be ...
PICK ANOTHER COUNTRY!!!! It's a nightmare living here. Been here almost 7 years and regret not going to another country. Immigration is a nightmare and getting anything done just doesn't happen. Their is no customer service anywhere. You can't get a ... Read More
Possibly moving to Panama, many questions??? by pennymc
Hello everyone. I am seriously considering moving to Panama by the end of this year and have a few questions. I am in my late 40's retired early and divorced, are their many American's there my age? I have a 16 year old son that would need to be ...
The consensus here is that you should sell the car in the U.S. and buy one here. I followed that advice a few weeks ago and bought a 2011 Hyundai Tucson from Automarket/Dollar Rent-a-car. I am glad I sold my cars in the U.S. It is easy to buy cars ... Read More
On renting in Boquete
You might post an add in Boquete Panama that you are looking for rental. boquete.ning.com I just visited Boquete and loved it. First time in Boquete and I am loving ... Read More
dangerous water Las olas?
Does anyone know how dangerous the water is at Las olas? Thinking of renting there, but someone told me heavy currents. ThanksThe ocean is pretty ruff and powerful here in Las Olas. You don't want to swim or go into the ... Read More
Recommendations On Where to Visit/Live by MizzouFan
Hi all, New member here, thanks in advance for reading this and for any help you can provide :). I am looking for recommendations on where to live in Panama. In order to (hopefully) narrow it down, here are some of my qualifications: 1) Has to be ...
There is a 2 br beach condo for rent in Gorgona, available on Nov. 1st. The rent is $900 a month. High speed Internet included. If you are interested get in touch with me. Read More
playa coronado by casadepaz
Hello everyone! My husband and I will be going to playa coronado on Sept.13th for two weeks. We are looking for any info on interesting places to go, good places to eat...etc. Thank you in advance for your info!
It's located little pass Coronado on Pan-American highway on the right side, just before San Carlos. Read More
playa coronado by casadepaz
Hello everyone! My husband and I will be going to playa coronado on Sept.13th for two weeks. We are looking for any info on interesting places to go, good places to eat...etc. Thank you in advance for your info!
Hello everyone! My husband and I will be going to playa coronado on Sept.13th for two weeks. We are looking for any info on interesting places to go, good places to eat...etc. Thank you in advance for your info!Check out Mamma Mia, it's ... Read More
Used cars website in Panama, other than encuentra24? by afoti
Does anyone have a website that they recommend to help me find a used car in Panama? I use encuentra24.com often but I have searched the site daily without success.
This is where we bought our car: automarketpanama.com/index.php?option=com_ezautos&controller=makes&Itemid=1 great people do deal with. Owner name is Richardo, speaks English. Very helpful, helped us find insurance. Answers his cell phone or calls ... Read More