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328: Five Years As An Expat In Panama – Susan James


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What’s it really like to be an expat living in Panama? Today, we’ll hear from someone who has gone through the experience firsthand. Expat Money’s Executive Administrator, Susan James, joins the show to discuss her experience living as an expat in Panama for the last five years. Enjoy!
 
TODAY’S PRESENTATION BY SUSAN JAMES
  • Listen in to learn why Susan decided to move to Panama at the age of 61 years old. 
  • Discover the steps Susan took to ensure a successful relocation as an expat. 
  • Is Panama really a “third-world” country? Hear Susan’s take on what the real experience is like. 
  • Do you need to learn Spanish before moving to Panama? Find out what Susan’s experience was like arriving as a non-Spanish speaker.
  • Find out what Susan’s experience has been like becoming part of a like-minded community of expats with similar values and interests in Panama.
  • Learn how Panama's diverse topography and ease of travel within the country make it feel like a year-round vacation!
  • What about health care? Regardless of age, it’s a concern for anyone considering a life abroad. Hear Susan’s first-hand account of using Panama’s top-notch healthcare system. 
  • By the end of this conversation, you will have a full understanding of what it’s really like to be an expat living in Panama. 

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