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| Subject | Date Asked |
| car papers theft by dealer | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: i left my tourist car with a Snr Jose Martinez a dealer in panama when parents died in vancouver ... A: Sorry to hear about your bad experience. I think this is something a trusty Panamanian Lawyer could ... | |
| Buying toys wholesale | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I am interested in purchsing toys at a reasonable price (wholesale) and would like some information ... A: My best guess is to check the Colon Free Zone first. Here is a listing of toy related companies in ... | |
| vivir en Panama desarrollando un negocio | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: Muchas gracias Leonardo por contestar nuestras preguntas, felicidades a todos los que componen este ... A: Hola Alejandro, como estas? Te contesto lo que conozco a continuacion: Para abrir una oficina ... | |
| pensionado visa | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: I am moving to Panama in mid January and have started the paper work with a lawyer in Panama for my ... A: that is my understanding as well. That once resolution on your pensionado visa is in place, you can ... | |
| Retirement & Golf | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: I will retire in Panama next year. I want to play golf & be near the beach. I have picked out Las ... A: Las Tablas does not have the same infrastructure as for example, Coronado in the Pacific Beaches. It ... | |
| Retirement Pension | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: Is the retirement pension of Panama easy to get...is it real ? I asked a question about it in ... A: The pensionado visa is real as I understand. Its probably a good idea that you consult a good ... | |
| Selling a used vehicle | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: Are there car dealerships that will buy a used vehicle in Panama? I have listed the car online ... A: let me give you my 2 cents on the matter. My opinion is that it would be much easier for you to ... | |
| Kind of retiring to Panama | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: My mother, my husband and I live together and equally own our house. My mother is going to be ... A: As adults I don't believe you qualify as dependents, you can however qualify for an investment visa ... | |
| internet buying | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: Can I shop in new york on the internet in panama. I want to by an item for my friend. I live in new ... A: Not familiar with online retailers in Panama where the purchase can be done online. You can easily ... | |
| information | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: Ola the 3 november i will arrive in Panama city,i need some advice: -The good and cheap accomodation ... A: how are you? I recommend you contact viviana at Panama Travel Corp and ask about Dolphin Lodge ... | |
| dogs | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: I'm thinking about retiring in Panama, would I be able to bring my dogs with me? A: I hope you are doing well. The answer is you can, I now people who have even brought their pet pigs ... | |
| información | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: Estoy interesado en retirarme en Panamá el año que viene. No me interesa vivir en la ciudad, sino en ... A: Luis, en temporada baja hay muchas casas de playa en alquiler en la zona del Pacifico, y con ... | |
| Rental of an air conditioned luxury bus | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: We are planning a family reunion in Panama. As part of the festivities, we would like to take our ... A: please contact Viviana in the reservations desk of PanamaTours.com.pa - Toll Free at 1-800-390-3451 ... | |
| retiring to Panama | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I'm 69 years old and am separating from my wife of 28 years. If i move to Panama it will be with a ... A: The place to live would depend on the type of weather you like and the type of life you enjoy. If ... | |
| traveling from usa to ecuador | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: Goffi, I'm from Ecuador currently residing in the USA, I'm planning to drive to my home town in the ... A: my primary thoughts regarding that is safety. The border between Panama and Colombia has some safety ... | |
| shipping | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: do you have any ideas as to how you can ship merchandise from the USA to panama reasonably priced? ... A: Dont know first hand for I travel often and bring the stuff back with me each time. A lodge owner I ... | |
| Importing Cars to Panama for profit | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: I read your response to the California dealer, and am curious if he managed to advance his project. ... A: I would start by bringing a car or two to Panama and publishing ads on Encuentra24.com. See what ... | |
| shipping | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: do you have any ideas as to how you can ship merchandise from the USA to panama reasonably priced? ... A: I would check mail boxes etc in Panama City as another potential source. Also, our company gets a ... | |
| To Inform | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: I am ANU FROM iNDIA i WANT TO COME PANAMA SO PLEASE SUGEESS ME THE BEST OPTIONS.i AM 23 YEARS ... A: I hope your email finds you well. My travel customers enjoy most the following: Destinations: San ... | |
| Shipping Furnature to Panama and Taxes | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: Can I legally ship furniture and other personal belongings to my house in Panama? If so are there ... A: I believe if you qualify for a "pencionado" or retiree visa you are entitle to bring down your car ... | |
| Mortgage, insurance, relocation | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I wrote you last week. Hope you remember my questions. Has your colleague replied to your email yet ... A: At the time I am very busy with several matters Katie, would you follow up with Enrique, the realtor ... | |
| Mortgage, insurance, tourist destinations, relocation | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: I'm considering relocating to Panama and to that end I'm coming on an initial exploratory visit, but ... A: 1. Places on hills near beach and city to look into: Cerro Azul Altos del Maria Valle de Anton ... | |
| new cars | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I am thinking of retiring to Panama in the next year or so, and don't want to bring my current ... A: There are certainly new car dealers in Panama. One of the most popular is Ricardo Perez's which is a ... | |
| General questions on Panama | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: within our MBA program, my colleagues and I are working on an assignment regarding Panama. We are ... A: Five Most Important Issues: 1. Clear definition of what it wants to be as a country. Why? Because ... | |
| Importing cars to Panama | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a used car dealership in Miami and would like to start selling directly to dealers of used ... A: Most used car dealers in Panama are owned by a selected few Indian families. You talk to a few of ... | |
| retail re-sell | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: Hola Leonardo, recientemente inicie un online business y estoy interesada en comprar productos ... A: Hola Itza, primero que nada te deseo mucha suerte en tu online business. De hecho yo me dedico ... | |
| Pensionado bringing a used car into Panama | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: I am a Pensionado from Canada and I am bringing a used car into Panama at the end of November. What ... A: Not exactly my area of expertise. Consider contacting these customs brokers, its very possible they ... | |
| Visa | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: Does one have to actually have a visa to enter Panama or is it a 90 day stamp in ones passport? Is ... A: the answer depends on your nationality, as a US citizen, you have to buy a visa card (sold at the ... | |
| Car Importing | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I am interested in shipping cars into Panama for profit.I am a dealer in California now but am ... A: I like your business concept and think you can do great here in Panama. The thing is that most used ... | |
| Car purchase | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: I am in the process of relocating here in Panama. I am currently renting an apartment near downtown ... A: Todd, if you are looking for a new vehicle, there is a Ricardo Perez Toyota Dealer in avenida ... | |
| transporting vehicle usa to panama | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: Aproximatly how much, can you recomend anyone A: Taxes range between 10 to 15% as far as I know. As far as recommended resources: I did not actually ... | |
| Car Purchase in Panama | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: Leonardo, Thanks for taking my question.........I am looking at moving to Panama 20 Oct 08, am ... A: Sounds like a fun toy to have for sure! You probably already searched there, but I suggest you ... | |
| SUV into Panama | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: I am thinking of driving a USA purchased small SUV into Panama, selling it before continuing on my ... A: Sure thing David, I believe a Honda CRV might be a good choice for you if you cant find a diesel ... | |
| Three weeks in Panama | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: My wife and I are planning a trip to Panama this year between December 17 and January 7. We are ... A: In Panama City I recommend the following: 1. Panama Canal 2. Casco Viejo 3. Amador Causeway 4. ... | |
| someone to buy furniture etc for me for property on Contadora | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: We have recently bought a house on Contadora and we would like to get some basic furniture, washing ... A: If your intent is to rent the unit part time, the people from PanamaCasa.com could probably help ... | |
| Mortgage | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: How do I qualify for a mortgage on a new home in Panama as a Canadian Citizen? A: There are is a Canadian bank here in Panama by the name of Scotia Bank. They offer loans and have a ... | |
| Selling a car in Panama | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: Jack had previously discussed selling a car in Panama. My wife and I are selling our 2005 Jeep ... A: I just recently bought a used car in Panama City, and before I decided on a car, I had the chance to ... | |
| buying a car | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: What is the best way to buy a new truck? Thanks A: the biggest and most reputable car dealers in Panama belong to Ricardo Perez. I would start my truck ... | |
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Answers by Expert:
Leonardo Goffi
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Expertise
I am bilingual (English and Spanish) owner of a full service travel agency in Panama. I can answer questions about touristic destinations, tours, hotels, recreational activities, relocation, etc.
Experience
I have been living in Panama since 2005 and have registered multiple corporations, started a travel agency and internet related business in Panama.
Education/Credentials
Industrial Engineering at Florida Internation University (USA), 15 yrs experience in online marketing.
Past/Present Clients
Encuentra24.com, Johnson & Johnson, Hewlett Packard, CableOrganizer.com
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