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    Learn Spanish in 3 Days June 16-18th

    in Education, Literacy, Language and Translation, Workshops

    Posted

    I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this.

    Only 4 openings for the Learn Spanish in 3 Days Class June 16-18th. (a 3 day class from 9-5 with a 1 1/2 hour lunch break)
     
    You can see details about the class at:
     
     
    Will you walk away from this class fluent in Spanish? No! You cannot become fluent in any language in 3 days.
     
    But you will leave the class able to communicate in Spanish and/or communicate much better than you do now. The skills you learn will make it easier to continue to improve your Spanish. You'll feel much more confident speaking Spanish.
     
    (FULL DISCLOSURE: I know Gary Scott and asked him to bring this class to Boquete. I am not making a penny from the registrations. I'm simply helping him to promote the class)

    Roof Repair (Water Leak)

    in Contracting, Building Trades and Materials, Home Maintenance

    Posted · Edited by TxJackie

    The facilitator I hired was paid $4,000 to put a roof on my house.  When it started leaking, she would not come look at it, would not even attempt to get the roofers to come take a look, and she would not return my calls or emails, and would not take responsibility for getting the roof repaired.

    The same facilitator was hired to get a survey and get it recorded for some land I purchased.  But the survey could not be recorded because the Panama government said it has a lot of problems.  I tried to call this same facilitator to get the survey company out to fix the errors in the survey but she would not return my calls or reply to my emails.  Another $1000 lost.  Later, I hired another survey company to do a whole new survey which was easily recorded.  The price was less than HALF what I paid the facilitator.

    I hired the facilitator to do these jobs at about the same time, not knowing there would be serious problems with both projects and that she would not fix or take responsibility for either.

    Maybe there are some good facilitators but the one I used was absolutely terrible!  She has been doing this in Boquete for many many years. 

    If you're in business but won't stand behind the work you do and won't even reply to customer problems, then you should not be in business.

     





     

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    Roof Repair (Water Leak)

    in Contracting, Building Trades and Materials, Home Maintenance

    Posted

    Last April, I hired a lady who arranges for repairs to be made at your house.  She can arrange for maids, plumbers, roofers, etc.   She hired a company to replace the roof at my house but it started leaking with the first rain.  I emailed and called the lady who arranged for the roof replacement repeatedly but she would not return my calls or even come see the extensive leaks. I sent her photos of the water damage via whatsapp but she would not do anything.  I will never use her again and would not recommend that anyone hire a "go between".  It is better to deal directly with the company who will be performing the work.

    I finally hired someone else to repair the roof.  He sealed the roof and painted it with silicone paint.

    All was good until these heavy rains we have had the last week.  Now my roof is leaking again.  I've had the person who fixed the roof before out three times but he can't find any cracks or places where the water could possibly be coming from.

    Do you have any recommendations of a professional roofing company who could fix these leaks?

    It is unfortunate that I paid 1000s of dollars a year ago to get the roof replaced but it leaks and the person who I hired to do the job will not fix it.   I may need to replace the roof to solve the problem

    2 Bedroom Short Term Rental $775

    in Homes, Condos, Rooms (for Rent / Lease or Wanted)

    Posted

    Spectacular Views! Zen Garden rental, in Volcancito, is a two bedroom 1 1/2 bath, fully furnished home, includes queen size bed in one room, two twin beds in the other bedroom PLUS sofa, dining table & chairs, TV, 6 burner gas stove, refrigerator, washer & gas dryer, pots & pans, microwave, dishes, glasses, towels, sheets plus patio furniture. Electronic entry gate.  There’s also a cozy fireplace and HUGE Patio.  No pets.  No smokers.

    Includes electricity, internet, water, trash pick up and weekly gardener.

    See photos at www.ZenGardenRentals.com

    $775 all-inclusive.  Available April 15th to June 30th.

    ACODECO in David

    in Business Operations

    Posted

    I wonder if ACODECO can resolve a problem with a roof who installed my roof 6 months ago.  As soon as the rains started, the roof started leaking.  Now I have mold on the ceiling in my house and some of the sheetrock has started coming down.  A different roofer said it was installed wrong and needs to be replaced.  I think the person who installed it the first time should pay for a replacement roof plus replacing the ceiling in my house.

    Also, any recommendations for a GOOD roofer?

    Short Term 2 Bedroom Rental - $750

    in Homes, Condos, Rooms (for Rent / Lease or Wanted)

    Posted

    Spectacular Views! Zen Garden rental, in Volcancito, is a two bedroom 1 1/2 bath, fully furnished home, includes queen size bed in one room, two twin beds in the other bedroom PLUS sofa, dining table & chairs, TV, 6 burner gas stove, refrigerator, washer & gas dryer, pots & pans, microwave, dishes, glasses, towels, sheets plus patio furniture. There’s also a cozy fireplace and HUGE Patio.  No pets.  No smokers.

    $750 all-inclusive.  Available October 1st to December 1st.

    See more details and photos at www.ZenGardenRentals.com

     

     

    One Bedroom All Inclusive Rental $650

    in Homes, Condos, Rooms (for Rent / Lease or Wanted)

    Posted · Edited by TxJackie
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    Just bring your clothes.  Everything you need is in this amazing 1 bedroom apartment in Los Pinos.  Bedroom has queen size bed and plenty of closet space.  Super comfortable sofa. chair and flat screen tv in living room area.     Fully equiped kitchen with gas stove/oven, coffee pot, full size fridge, and more.     Amazing views!   YES it has HOT water at all faucets. 

    Recently updated. 

    Rent is $650 per month. Available NOW!  Minimum 6 month lease. One year is even better.

    Rent includes electricity, Cable Onda internet, water, trash collection, gardener, maid every other week.
    Alarm system

    Washer and dryer available for use.

    Parking for one car in a gated driveway.

    Sorry, no pets, no smokers and no children- no exceptions.

    Contact Jackie at txjackie@gmail.com

    or 65178500 vis whatsapp

    Hurry!  This one will not last long.

     

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    What Every Potential Expat Should First Consider Before Moving To Panama'

    in Expatriation, Naturalization, Residency, Immigration / Migration, Identity Documentation, Border Runs ("Permanent Tourism")

    Posted

    I find it incredible that people buy $500,000 houses but fail to get health insurance.  Then when they have a medical emergency, they ask everyone else to help pay their bills. 

    If you want to live in Panama you need to either have health insurance or set aside sufficient money to pay for you own medical expenses or have a large credit limit on your credit card so you can pay for your medical emergencies.

    I discoverd that is is about 30-50% cheaper to buy health insurance directly from the insurance company vs buying through an insurance broker.

    When my daughter moved to Panama, I contacted an insurance broker to get international health insurance quote for her.  I was shocked to find that the quote was more than I'm paying.  I bought my health insurance directly from an worldwide medical - through United Healthcare.   So, instead of paying $2400 which the insurance broker quoted, she is paying $965 a year.  Big savings!

    Cell Phone Booster

    in Communications: Mail Services, Print / Electronic Media, Internet, etc.

    Posted · Edited by TxJackie

    I had a cell phone booster installed last week.  I now have 5 bars and it is easier to make outgoing calls.  BUT... I cannot receive any calls at all.  Anyone else have this problem?  Is there a way to fix it?  I have contacted the company who installed it to get them back out her to fix the problem.  But I was hoping to get it fixed asap as I'm missing a lot of calls..  Suggestions welcome

    Work Permit Required

    in Business Operations

    Posted

    If you plan to work while you live in Panama, make sure to let your attorney know so you get the appropriate visa.  A Pensionado visa is only for those who are retired. You cannot sell a product or service if you have a pensionado visa.  Those who do not have a visa, (does border run every 90 days) are not allowed to work in Panama.

    If you plan to sell a product or service in Panama, you will need to get a Friendly Nations Visa or another visa which allows you to get a work permit.  You can only get a work permit after you get your permanent visa and cedula.  Some business also require a business License, operator license, health certificate and food handlers license.

    Certain professions are exclusively for Panamanians which means you will not be able to have that kind of business or offer that service,  These protected professions include Doctor, Engineer, Architect, Counselor, Attorney.  Consult with your attorney to determine if what you want to do is a protected profession in Panama.

    Substantial fines or even deporation can result in violations.

     

     

    2 Bedroom $750 Short Term

    in Homes, Condos, Rooms (for Rent / Lease or Wanted)

    Posted

    Spectacular Views! Zen Garden rental, in Volcancito, is a two bedroom 1 1/2 bath, fully furnished home, includes queen size bed in one room, two twin beds in the other bedroom PLUS sofa, dining table & chairs, TV, 6 burner gas stove, refrigerator, washer & gas dryer, pots & pans, microwave, dishes, glasses, towels, sheets plus patio furniture. There’s also a cozy fireplace and HUGE Patio.   Available November 1st.  No Pets.  No Children. No Smokers

    See photos and details at www.ZenGardenRentals.comfront-of-houseindex.jpg

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