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Panama vs Costa Rica - The Panama Collection

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:19:08 -0400

When you think about living full or part time in Central America, Costa Rica seems to be the first country that comes to mind. Having spent a fair amount of time in both Costa Rica and Panama, I may be able to offer a somewhat unique perspective when comparing the two countries. While both countries are similar in many respects, there are some major differences that you should be aware of. First of all, there are many similarities. Both Panama and Costa Rica have mountains, oceans, beaches, volcanoes, tropical rain forests, zip line and eco tours, hot springs and exotic wildlife. Both countries have more residents who speak English in the bigger cities, while very little English is spoken in the more remote areas. Both countries have similar temperate climates, and both are quite beautiful. I honestly can't think of a single good thing about Costa Rica that you can't also find in Panama. Now let's talk about the differences, and they are significant: Roads: Costa Rica is famous for its bad roads, and they are terrible. Some of the main roads are so bad that they are nearly impassable. Panama's main roads are all paved and relatively pothole-free . **End Summary** Topics: panama real estate]]> costa rica]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Jay Stafford is interested in helping people about Real estate. To learn more about Panama real estate , visit http://www.thepanamacollection.com

Purchase Panama Real Estate You Won't Regret it

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500

Purchasing real estate in Panama can be a profitable, satisfying experience. The country is far more advanced than Costa Rica, but real estate prices (in general) are far lower. Foreigners have the same property rights as Panamanian citizens, and if you purchase your real estate through a corporation (very easy to set up) you will be exempt from property taxes for 20 years. However, you need to be very careful when buying property through a real estate agent. Fraud is rampant throughout Panama, and little is being done to stop it. In 1999 the Real estate Technical Board (Junta Technica de Bienes Raices) of the Republic of Panama was formed. Supposedly this government agency has the power to consider complaints arising from any real estate transaction, and to impose any sanctions that are deemed necessary. This includes anything from a reprimand up to a revocation of an real estate agentâ€™s license, so they can no longer sell property in Panama. This all looks good on paper, but in fact the Board has proven to be almost completely impotent in stopping real estate fraud in Panama. **End Summary** Topics: Panama real estate]]> purchase panama real estate]]> purchase panama property]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Jay Stafford is interested in helping people about Real estate. To know more about Panama real estate , Purchase panama real estate , purchase panama property visit www.thepanamacollection.com

Panama Better than Costa Rica?

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500

When you think about living full or part time in Central America, Costa Rica seems to be the first country that comes to mind. Having spent a fair amount of time in both Costa Rica and Panama, I may be able to offer a somewhat unique perspective when comparing the two countries. While both countries are similar in many respects, there are some major differences in property in Panama versus property in Costa Rica that you should be aware of. First of all, there are many similarities. Both properties Panama and Costa Rica have mountains, oceans, beaches, volcanoes, tropical rain forests, zip line tours, hot springs and exotic wildlife. Both countries have more residents who speak English in the bigger cities, while very little English is spoken in the more remote areas. Both countries have similar temperate climates, and both are quite beautiful. I honestly canâ€™t think of a single good thing about Costa Rica that you canâ€™t also find in Panama. Now letâ€™s talk about the differences, and they are significant: Roads: Costa Rica is famous for its bad roads, and they are terrible. **End Summary** Topics: property in panama]]> purchase land in panama]]> land in costa rica]]> land in panama]]> living in panama]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Jay Stafford is interested in helping people about Real estate. To know more about Property in panama , purchase land in panama, land in costa rica, Land in panama , living in panama visit www.thepanamacollection.com