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  @shyamdevadas60994 күн бұрын

  I LEARNED ABOUT CHIRIQUI ONE MONTH AGO: As I'm apt to do, I delved into researching the place as a destination for my upcoming retirement. I've traveled the world and I'm well aware that you do need to spend time in any place to really know what things are like. BUT, I also know that there is a lot of due diligence that can and MUST be done prior to planning that trip. In my case, I saw the issue of housing being central. Its cost and availability tend to set the pace for most other services and expenses, wherever you go. I must say, that after a month, I don't like what I see. This appears to be an early micro-version of the housing economy disruptions that have occurred in other hyped retirement destinations like Canada and New Zealand. In that scenario, Americans rush in, run up the prices of real estate, and this disrupts the housing economy. This eventually cascades into the other areas of the consumer economy. From everything I see online, land and housing prices all over Chiriqui are shooting up and out of control. Building lot prices are obscenely inflated, as are the prices of every class and size of home. Boquete is on an out of control trajectory. Even looking at ads for the outlying areas like Volcan, you can see the same trend occurring. Most disturbing is that I'm finding listings for newer, bigger, more U.S.-style homes that have been on the market for a while and are being price slashed. This suggests a lot of over-investment and buyer's remorse. At the same time, there are thousands of foreigners diving into this market now and this will only intensify the imbalance in the real estate economy. (I'm not even going to get into the number of slimy-looking real estate hawkers that are out there.) BOTTOM LINE: I don't doubt that the Chiriqui option is going to be good for many people and for those folks, I'm very happy. But, the reality seems to be that the prime period for finding cost effective real estate has peaked and is now in decline. This will eventually impact consumer prices elsewhere. Unless you want to live in a lower priced house with bars on the windows in David, where its much hotter, Chiriqui is probably not the best choice anymore. (I'm shifting my research to Medellin and Bogota, now.)

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  @TheBerryBestTravels5 күн бұрын

  I love your videos and La Barqueta. Any chance you’ll make more videos about there and the real estate options? Thank you.

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  @freedom55adventure4 күн бұрын

  Hi, thank you. Our real estate videos are irregular since we are only promoting for sale by owner properties. There is not much more to see along that stretch of beach. But given the opportunity, we will be posting more.

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  @markglidden85128 күн бұрын

  I went to your actual website. What is up with all the popups on your site? It might be the worst I've ever seen

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  @freedom55adventure8 күн бұрын

  You must have an issue on your computer. There are no popups complaints from anyone else. We have tested it on several different computers and there are 0 issues

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  @anaperla15709 күн бұрын

  ❤Bienvenidos a Boquete❤

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  @divinaflamingarrow955610 күн бұрын

  Volcan so feels like my ❤spot to be!

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  @clarenceboddicker794411 күн бұрын

  Perfect and quiet video. Really beautiful!

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  @ES-mc3cc11 күн бұрын

  I'll bet it's hell to have a car breakdown on that road. Who do you call?

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  @chrisattaway12 күн бұрын

  Your videos are great! The best for getting a real picture of the area. Question: You call this "A Walk" but from what I see, Boquete does not look very walkable. Few sidewalks, etc. Like so many others, I am interested in that area, but I must be able to walk without getting run over.

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  @victorlionelnazaire68512 күн бұрын

  HOW MUCH did you pay for FURNITuRE rental per month ?

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  @freedom55adventure12 күн бұрын

  We didn't rent the furniture. We bought ours, but there are many units available that are furnished

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  @lioneldemun603314 күн бұрын

  Funny that this city has an EN name

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  @user-br7nd1xv6g14 күн бұрын

  Thanks for this video it is very informative and well documented. We are considering moving to Panama from the US and this video has really help us to learn about this city. Thanks

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  @freedom55adventure14 күн бұрын

  Thank you

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  @ExpatLifeatPlayaDorada17 күн бұрын

  Well done. Yes I immediately thought of Canadian Tire when I first visited Do-it-Center ( not centre). You are a great narrator. Thank you.

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  @freedom55adventure17 күн бұрын

  Thank you for watching and your compliment

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  @nechemia201121 күн бұрын

  are there jewish people in david? kosher food?

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  @lioneldemun603314 күн бұрын

  Probably, David being a Jewish name.

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  @MsAure23 күн бұрын

  Love the video!

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  @najattehawkins2128 күн бұрын

  The icr cream and the fonda food looks great

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  @najattehawkins2128 күн бұрын

  My greatgrandmothers house in margarita colon was just like this house 😊😊

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  @DaveG.-ei1rpАй бұрын

  In regards to renting; are condo fees included. Are the evenings and nights hot? Closest airport? BTW, Lovely video and David looks like a good place.

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Hi, yes the condo fees are included. Evenings and nights are still very warm and it takes getting used to. That is no diffent in other Panama Cities or towns at that elevation. David virtually offers everything that you expect in a big city. Thank you for watching

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  @VeRSINGOnTheGoАй бұрын

  Great channel you have, very detailed and enjoyed much. Just subscribed, looking forward to other uploads as well. Thank you for your due diligence. My wife and I are looking forward to our return. We have close to 5 acres in Caldera but have not been back since 2019 wrapping up on a pension then running into several obstacles after the fact. Looking to depart no notice any day now for a short trip to renew our Cédulas, contract out on an addiction to our place etc then quickly return for logistics for our 2 dogs and their transportation down for our perminate move. Can you post the app ( s ) you meantioned i.e. Farmers market payments and believe the road maps if I remember correctly. The new Quantum financial system will throw the locals for a loop in learning as well. We learned our lesson the hard way renting cars at the airport in David, they will rip you off (twice for us) and will not return deposits if paying by credit cards. Rent downtown if anyone needs. Take care, blessings.

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  @judithvilla6026Ай бұрын

  wow just what I would want, hope it's available when I'm ready to take the plunge to Panama!

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  @judithvilla6026Ай бұрын

  Best series of videos ..really give you a great feel for each area. Are you from Calgary? Wondering if you find it very overcast, dreary and rainy in Panama? We are used to Calgary's 330 days of sun and not sure if we would be able to adjust.

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Hi, Thank you for your comment. Yes we are from Calgary. It depends on where you live. In general there is a lot of sun, but it's humid all the time. That takes getting used to. Other things to consider are problems with infrastructure. Power outages as well as water shortage or outage. Police everywhere, 911 is virtually not available, my wife was in an accident and it took 4hrs for them to show up. I don't want to sound negative about Panama, but all these businesses like tour company's try to make it look like Panama is the next Paradise. We seriously suggest to rent for a while and "test the waters" first. On that note, the ocean is warm and so are the pools. The beach is often so hot you cant walk barefoot. Rainy Season is probably different than what you may think. It usually rains at roughly the same time of the day, rains for a few hours and stops. Rarely does it rain for days in a row. I hope i didn't kill the dream, but this is reality from us to you and we live here. Always take every advice, especially on those Facebook groups with a grain of salt. On the other hand, we dont miss Calgary one bit. I hope this helps a bit.

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  @judithvilla6026Ай бұрын

  @@freedom55adventure Thank you for the details and glad you still live there! Calgary is definitely not the same these days. Looking at Anton Valley/Poterillos hopefully later this year! You didn't kill anything for us but we are looking for the reality of Panama instead of the rosey stories of youtube. That's why I love your folks videos and the drone shots ...showing how it is.

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  @mariobucci7683Ай бұрын

  Definitely beautiful. Exactly what I am looking for. Except looking for at the beach ⛱️.

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  @bhoustonjrАй бұрын

  We dedicate one of the shelves in the door of the refrigerator to storing spices. This saves them from clumping like a rock.

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Great tip. Thank you

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  @jaimemoreno3998Ай бұрын

  Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge, the video is very informative and helpful, I was born and raised in David and I really appreciate your support and help, thank you 🙏

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Thank you for your comment. We really appreciate the feedback from people who know David, which validates it even more.

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  @ChesterPaulSgroiАй бұрын

  I really like your video because you actually took the time to show us around. The only part at 48 minutes in I didn’t appreciate is when you advised against buying or renting in “red zones” but then stopped short of explaining what that was. All I found a reference online to this term was something called “Panama Red” which is reefer. Is this where this is grown? Please don’t assume your audience knows theses references. Other than you not being forthcoming at this juncture, you’re doing a great job. Please keep up the good work!

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  @solonyetski11 күн бұрын

  Red zones are dangerous areas, I doubt you’ll find much info about them on the internet, you’re better off contacting those who already live here, or locals. If you’re going to buy a property visit it first, you’ll know just by the surroundings if you’re in a red zone or not. The price of the property usually gives it away. $30-60k for a (not newly built) house? Probable red zone. $100k+ you’ll be fine. Just check how far away it is located from a red zone.

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  @olivergastelumjr3755Ай бұрын

  It's pronounced. DAVID NOT DAVEED YOU BOZO

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  @solonyetski11 күн бұрын

  It is pronounced “Daveed” here. It’s its Spanish pronunciation. Rude.

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  @thehannahreginaАй бұрын

  Love your video. There's powerlines above ground in Canada. Had to get used to it when I saw it...😅

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  @matthewkendall8544Ай бұрын

  Always been curious about this area. What are the gyms like in town?

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Hi, the gyms are very similar to the ones that you are probably used to where you live. Some are newer and some are older. There are several in town.

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  @mtngrl585912 күн бұрын

  There are plenty of options. If you are used to a big city gym in the US with tons of classes & state of the art equipment you may be disappointed. The Haven Spa has a gym that one can join and they also have a nice pool. In addition, they have some classes (yoga). If one lives in a gated community they usually will have a pool and a small gym there.

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  @mpdnd1335Ай бұрын

  I think that all that we need at the beginning of the video is the price, which I am guessing is over $800k.

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Hi, please contact the owner for details. We only do the video’s. Thank you for watching

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  @JungleMotoTours13 күн бұрын

  500k for this area would be reasonable

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  @user-ui6zh6yp4eАй бұрын

  For sale or for rent in Casco Viejo ???

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Hi, this video is just for information or entertainment.

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  @traceykinsman7727Ай бұрын

  We came to Panama last October and one thing we found that Panama didn't seem to have something that we enjoy back home was cream for coffee. We love our coffee with 18% cream. What choices do they actually have there for a use like this? We were only there one week so we were not sure if we missed something. Thx

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  @sandrad8291Ай бұрын

  I don’t want this video to end! Will be there in 2 weeks, this is such an insightful video 🫶

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Thank you. We are glad you liked it and hope you enjoy your stay.

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  @gprodriguez3762Ай бұрын

  Extraordinario video mostrando la esencia de Boquete.! Muchas gracias por compartirlo. 👍

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Muchas gracias por su comentario

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  @philssmithАй бұрын

  Was just there two months ago....and you showed some places i missed! Cant wait to get back there.

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  @georgia8953Ай бұрын

  Thank you for sharing, we cannot wait for our house to sell to come and live there 😂

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  @Saltydog961Ай бұрын

  Thanks for sharing!!!😀😀😀

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Thanks for watching!

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  @traceykinsman7727Ай бұрын

  Oh boy, can't wait to come again and stay longer! Love this beautiful town. Miss it so much!

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  @RedroomStudiosАй бұрын

  drone footage was superb!

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Thank you very much

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  @julietteisanogle9571Ай бұрын

  This video is very well done. We plan on visiting later this year.

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Thank you. You will enjoy I'm sure

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  @davewasney3234Ай бұрын

  This is one of the best videos showcasing Boquete. I can’t wait to return and walk through the park area. Best paths I’ve seen for a town. It was great to have the businesses highlighted like you did Thank you for sharing ❤

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  @freedom55adventureАй бұрын

  Thank you. Comments like yours make it all worthwhile

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  @reallmccoy9043Ай бұрын

  Volcan’s infrastructure blows Boquete away. Not thought was put into building boquete. With the large population you would think they would have $$$ to spend on improving the town.

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  @reallmccoy9043Ай бұрын

  We visited last January and yes they have a lot of restaurants and some beautiful parks but its crowded and a lot of traffic. We were honestly afraid of getting run over. 🤷🏻‍♂️

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  @mikecaprock968428 күн бұрын

  @@reallmccoy9043 by infrastructure you mean water and electric? Do you live up there ? How is the internet?

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  @reallmccoy904327 күн бұрын

  @@mikecaprock9684 More like parking and not building everything on top of each other. Volcan has pretty much all the amenities of Boquete but not as crowded. Planning went into Volcan.

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  @starlaplunkett3134Ай бұрын

  Love the blue skies and weather. Laid back little place that Is home.

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  @ceo9112 ай бұрын

  how close to beach ? are there other units available? thanks

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  @freedom55adventure2 ай бұрын

  40 minutes to the beach and yes please check our videos on other units

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  @stevecutter96782 ай бұрын

  Very nice!!

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  @candacebaltz1322 ай бұрын

  Is this unit wheelchair accessible

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  @freedom55adventure2 ай бұрын

  Hi, as for Panamanian standards, it is wheelchair accessible

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  @tlsHorror2 ай бұрын

  great video!!

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  @freedom55adventure2 ай бұрын

  Thank you.

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  @anniesshenanigans38152 ай бұрын

  so the other one was listed for 89k and this one is 115?

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  @freedom55adventure2 ай бұрын

  Yes

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  @Thecrazyisstrong2 ай бұрын

  I thought this was the same one which someone purchased for $89k and is flipping.

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  @freedom55adventure2 ай бұрын

  Different unit

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  @freedom55adventure2 ай бұрын

  Different unit

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  @anniesshenanigans38152 ай бұрын

  wow one of the few smaller places that I like. Most are huge and way over my budget.

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  @Whimsey62 ай бұрын

  Living area is very small.

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  @ceo9112 ай бұрын

  Where can we find a map of Red Zone Locations ? - thanks

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  @freedom55adventure2 ай бұрын

  Hi there is no map, it's known areas of elevated crime activity. Speak to locals and you will learn from them

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  @AprilMason-nb2js2 ай бұрын

  Thank you. Very helpful.

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  @freedom55adventure2 ай бұрын

  You are welcome and glad you liked it

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  @notthesamecc19272 ай бұрын

  ahhh shut the fridge! :)