01 · The buying process
From your first enquiry to your new home.
- 01
Define your priorities
Tell me your purchase budget, preferred size, bedrooms and timing. Share whether the property will be your main home, a second home or an investment. We build a shortlist around your priorities and plan for the agreed payment schedule.
- 02
Compare the developments
Review floor plans, orientation, terraces, amenities, parking, estimated maintenance fees and what is included in the price. I coordinate questions about current inventory and written quotations with each developer.
- 03
Visit and review the documents
We explore the neighbourhood and selected projects. I work alongside the lawyer you appoint to coordinate the documents and questions needed before you commit funds. Your lawyer carries out the legal review of title, liens, the seller’s authority and the reservation or purchase agreement.
- 04
Agree the terms
Confirm the unit, contractual area, price, payment schedule, inclusions, and cancellation terms in writing. For homes under development, review the delivery provisions and how changes or delays are addressed. Deposits and refund terms vary by project.
- 05
Prepare for closing
Your appointed lawyer and I work together with the relevant parties to coordinate the closing. I follow up on commercial details and communication with the seller or developer, while your lawyer handles the public deed, legal documents and registration at Panama’s Public Registry. We help clarify the closing budget and each party’s obligations.
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Plan the handover
Confirm the inspection, agreed finishes, parking and storage assignments, keys, building rules and any items to resolve. I help coordinate communication about handover and the next practical steps. The timetable depends on the property and contract.
Choose the stage that fits your plans.
| Project stage | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Presale | Study the plans, payment schedule, specifications and contractual delivery terms. Confirm whether a showroom or model residence is available. |
| Under construction | Ask for current progress, remaining payments, access arrangements and the delivery provisions in your agreement. Visits depend on developer authorisation. |
| Ready to move in | We visit the available apartment where access is possible and review its condition. I coordinate the information with the lawyer you appoint, who verifies title, occupancy documentation and the legal requirements for closing and handover. |
Look beyond the purchase price.
Request an itemised budget before reserving. Costs and their allocation depend on the property, agreement and your circumstances.
Purchase & closing
Purchase price, deposits, legal fees, notary and registration charges, applicable taxes and any transfer costs. Your appointed lawyer and I can work together to clarify the budget, with your lawyer confirming the legal and tax obligations of each party.
Ongoing ownership
Condominium maintenance fees, applicable property tax, insurance, utilities and any special assessments. Confirm current figures and any claimed exemption in writing.
02 · Plan your visit
Make your trip count.
Start with a conversation before booking your project appointments. We can prepare an itinerary around your dates, priorities and the access each developer can offer.
Before you travel
Send your dates, time zone, budget, preferred layouts and selected projects. We can start with a call and review plans remotely. I coordinate appointments, confirm which spaces can be visited and share the proposed schedule.
While you are here
We visit the shortlisted projects and spend time in Costa del Este to understand the setting, access, parks and everyday services. We compare what you saw and identify the questions that need written confirmation.
After your visit
I follow up on quotations, availability and outstanding questions, and coordinate further conversations with developers. Working together with the lawyer you appoint, I help keep the process moving while you are abroad; your lawyer advises on contracts and any representation arrangements.
Bring your priorities. Prepare documents separately.
- Travel dates, local contact number and time zone
- Purchase budget, preferred payment timeline, size and delivery timing
- Your shortlist and the questions you want answered
- Confirm entry requirements for your nationality before travelling. I can help coordinate document requests with your appointed lawyer and bank; send identity and source-of-funds documents through their agreed secure channels.
A possible visit day
Morning: two project appointments, subject to availability. Afternoon: explore the neighbourhood and review the shortlist together. Additional appointments can be arranged according to your schedule; the itinerary is personalised.
03 · CARLOS MARTÍNEZ
A local adviser, throughout your search.
I live in Costa del Este, close enough to walk to every development in this collection. I bring that everyday connection to your property search: explaining the surroundings, comparing options and coordinating project visits and follow-up. The lawyer you appoint and I can work together throughout the purchase, combining my real estate guidance with their legal review and coordination of the legal formalities.
Meet Carlos ↗04 · MMPR
Before you start
Can I start from abroad?+
Yes. We can begin with a conversation, a shortlist and a review of available plans and project material. Ask about live video appointments where available.
Can I complete the purchase without returning to Panama?+
The lawyer you appoint and I can coordinate the next steps while you are abroad. Your lawyer determines whether representation is appropriate and what powers, notarisation, apostille or translations are required for your transaction.
Are prices and delivery dates guaranteed?+
No. Prices and availability may change, and delivery terms depend on the agreement. Request current written confirmation before committing.
How do I arrange a visit?+
Contact Carlos on WhatsApp with your dates, budget, preferred size and projects. Appointments and site access are confirmed individually with the developers.
Reviewed October 28, 2026
This guide provides general information for planning your search. I can work alongside the lawyer you appoint to coordinate your purchase, with legal and tax matters addressed by the appropriate professionals. Prices, availability, appointments and project schedules require confirmation.