I tend to file my US taxes in October. Many years ago, our accountant told us that people who request a filing extension are much less likely to get audited. Since then I have used that fact to justify requesting a tax extension each year. This means I filed my 2015 taxes only a week ago. Read More
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Volunteer English Program – 1st Month Report & Requests
As you may remember, last month we asked if you were interested in volunteering to teach English here in Puerto Armuelles. Happily, we received several responses. Our First Student In fact, soon after our announcement our very first student began receiving one-on-one English conversation Read More
Why Buy An Empty Lot – And 4 Hidden Costs
Why Buy An Empty Lot? Vacant land is the most plentiful and affordable type of property you can buy in Panama. 1) There is a lot of it. So there are many opportunities of buying the location you want at a price you can afford. 2) Vacant lots cost less. Somewhat surprisingly, even a lot with a Read More
What is Milk Like In Panama?
Milk is different here. More expensive than the States You won't find half n half or buttermilk and whipping cream is hard to find Non-refrigerated milk is everywhere Like most Americans, I was very leery of Panama's warm boxed milk. (Scroll down for how milk is made to have a long Read More
Should You Take On A Remodel In Panama?
This is the first installment of a series of articles on remodeling an existing house in Puerto Armuelles. In a recent article that I wrote on building materials in Panama, I briefly describe the challenges posed by building with wood. Now I will explore the pros and cons of remodeling a wood Read More
Interested in Volunteering To Teach English?
In recent months, several expats have mentioned they would enjoy volunteering in Puerto Armuelles. One idea that I have been contemplating for quite awhile now is setting up a volunteer-to-teach-English network. Or possibly an English-Spanish exchange network. Help Others It would be a way Read More
How To Pay Your Utility Bills In Panama
Paying your utility bills in Panama is getting easier every year. Ten years ago, we had to visit each individual utility office. Then wait in line to pay. Sometimes the lines were long, and did not move fast. Pay At Grocery Store These days, we simply take our bill to Romero’s grocery store Read More
Loren on Living In Puerto Armuelles, Panama
Loren rented a house in the Corazon de Jesus neighborhood of Puerto Armuelles for a few months. She visited Puerto after spending over a year in Quito, Ecuador. On her way out of town, Loren kindly wrote me about her experience and thoughts on living in Puerto Armuelles, Panama. Loren's Read More
How To Watch The Olympics Online in Panama
So you want to watch the Olympics online while you are in Panama. It can be a frustrating experience. But read on, there is an easy solution. To Watch NBC Online The American channel, NBC, is broadcasting the Olympics. NBC will "give" you 5 free minutes online. Then you must log in with your Read More
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