Thanks for this information. I, too, am a single widow interested in becoming a resident (at least part-time) of Panama, and like Judith, am interested in the Boquete area as opposed to Panama city. Though we have these things in common, I am considerably older than Judith, but in pretty good health. I have one health issue, but it’s more of an annoyance than any big deal, though I know it will become more of a problem as the years go by. I shall of course be prepared to return to the U.S. if my health deteriorates badly, though I’m hoping that is several years down the pike. I do not require medical services on a regular basis (I see my doctor once a year). I also plan to rent rather than buy until I am sure that my plan is a practical one for my circumstances.
I am tentatively planning on going to Panama for a month or so next fall – want to be there in the rainy season to see how I like it then. Can anyone direct me to whom and where I should try to find a residential rental agency that they know through personal experience, or reputation that is reliable and honest, and will work with me on a short-term rental. I don’t want to end up renting something unlivable. Thanks in advance…………. Clairee Meeks
