Panama's Hidden Gems: Featuring the Azuero Peninsula and Strategic Guidance on Renting vs Buying скачать в хорошем качестве

Panama's Hidden Gems: Featuring the Azuero Peninsula and Strategic Guidance on Renting vs Buying

Is Panama Still #1? Exploring the Azuero Peninsula & Retirement Strategy Is Panama still the world’s best retirement destination in 2026? In today's episode, we're diving deep into the 2025 Global Retirement Index rankings and exploring why Panama remains at the top of my list for American, Canadian, and European expats. We’re also heading off the beaten path to the Azuero Peninsula—a region many of you have asked about—to see if places like Chitre, Las Tablas, and Pedasi offer a better "local" alternative to the popular expat hubs. In This Video: The "Try Before You Buy" Strategy: Why Panama’s 180-day tourist stay is a game-changer for avoiding the "Halfback" phenomenon. Azuero Peninsula Deep Dive: Exploring the "Dry Arc" (Arco Seco), including urbanization maps and climate comparisons. Expat vs. Local Lifestyle: A breakdown of costs ($600 vs. $1,200+), amenities, and what you sacrifice (or gain) by living like a local. Panama Real Estate 101: Tips for finding Spanish-language listings, navigating the lack of a traditional MLS, and why a lawyer is non-negotiable. Chapters: 0:00 Is Panama Still #1 for Retirement? 1:15 Cost of Living & Climate Diversity 2:30 The 180-Day Visa Advantage (Avoid being a "Halfback") 4:00 Exploring the Azuero Peninsula: Chitre, Las Tablas, & Pedasi 6:15 The "Dry Arc" Climate & Secret Beaches 8:30 Expat Living vs. Local Living: The Real Costs 10:45 Strategic Tips for Renting & Buying in Panama 13:15 Final Verdict: Is Azuero Right For You? Resources Mentioned: https://www.taxesforexpats.com/countr... https://www.mlsacobir.com/ https://internationalliving.com/the-b... https://www.liveandinvestoverseas.com... https://www.retireinpanamatours.com/p... https://www.citypopulation.de/en/pana... Thomas Brinkhoff: City Population, http://www.citypopulation.de https://geoservice.dlr.dhttps://www.y... 📽️ Watch the Panama Playlist: (Boquete, Coronado, Bocas del Toro)    • Panama   💬 Leave a Comment: Are you leaning towards the cooler highlands or the dry heat of the Azuero Peninsula? Have questions about anything in the video? Let’s chat!