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ABPanama is real estate investment company fully constituted under the laws of the Republic of Panama. ABPanama is not just a realtor. Although ABPanama will help you find and purchase, or sell, property we also manage your investment. ABPanama has over 23 years experience managing real estate investment portfolios.

ABPanama keeps abreast of all aspects of the real estate market as regards your property. We will give you timely advice as to when to sell, develop your property or increase your investment portfolio.

ABPanama has a staff of sales executives with more than 55 years experience. We are knowledgeable in all aspects of property sales, rentals, investments and portfolio management.

ABPanama does its own marketing. We have six highly qualified programmers and three web designers. We are pro active with our marketing, and our experience, combined with our innovative designs, provides you the customer with a unique service which no other realtor in Panama can provide. We advertise internationally, have a unique network of web pages and blogs, and constantly review and analyze all our marketing techniques.

Our marketing is pro active, aggressive and strategically puts us apart from any other realtor company in Panama. ABPanama Inc have made contacts with investors throughout the globe and constantly seek and investigate new avenues from which to bring investors into Panama.

ABPanama Inc. is more than just a realtor. We are distinctly different and our service and experience exceeds our client's expectations.

Here are some of our suggestions for real estate investment in Panama.

Commercial Investments

ABPanama consider commercial property to be one of the strongest investments within the city. Current demand for new and modern offices out strips construction and demand will remain high long term. The most lucrative moment to purchase is at pre foundation. Office space is normally re-sold or rented prior to completion.

Commercial properties can generate 50% to 200% more rental income compared to residential properties in Panama City. In addition, there is no rent control for commercial properties. So the owner can charge as much as the market permits.

Leases

In general commercial real estate leases are more favorable to owners compared to residential leases. Besides the base rent, tenants also have to pay the owner all maintenance expenses.

Better Tenants

Tenants for commercial properties are financially stronger. International demand for quality office space is high within the City. In most cases the company can guarantee the lease with their assets. If for some unforeseen reason they have to vacate the property, they usually continue to pay the rent or find another tenant to sublease it. They are also motivated to keep your property in good condition to attract their customers to their offices.

Management

It's much easier to manage a 5 tenant office block than 5 individual homes in 5 different places. It's a fact that residential properties are very management-intensive because of high turn over rates.

Pride of Ownership

Most commercial properties are referred to by name and not by their addresses, for example Torre Global on Calle 50 and Atlapa Conference Centre. They could be trophy properties that offer enormous pride of ownership. You get lots of respect when you tell people you own offices within a prestigious block.

Investment size

Commercial properties often require a substantial amount of money so it's not meant for someone with a modest amount of money.

Which commercial property should you invest? Where should you invest in commercial real estate? How to pick and choose a good commercial property

What our customers say "There are a lot of good brokers and consultants and there are a few GREAT ones! I've worked with many through my business. I have many opinions when it comes to choosing a broker or consultant for my commercial investment. I look for honesty, sincerity, and commitment. ABPanama Inc. rank above in all these qualities. ABPanama Inc. are not only great brokers, they are also one great team providing support and advice all the way. ABPanama Inc. get the job done efficiently and I put my complete trust in their abilities."

Pre-Sale

Excellent long or short term investment. ABPanama can keep you informed of any new developments prior to release which enables the lucrative investor to purchase at a much reduced price. There are at least 2-3 price increases in the first year of a project being released. This is an ideal investment as the capital growth far outstretches the minimal deposit payments.

Location

The location of any pre sale or pre release property is very important. You need to purchase within a high demand area and ABPanama Inc. will explain the good, the bad and the ugly. Where to and where not to invest. In addition we will advise you on the best developers and the worst.

Modest Investment

The beauty of pre-release or pre-sale is the simple fact that you need only part with a small deposit upon signing your contract, usually around 10%.

What our customers say "I met an executive from ABPanama Inc. during a casual walk along Avenida Balboa and immediately understood one another. They showed me properties to determine my exact requirements. Within a short period of time I my ideal property and expertly advised me on further investments on a pre-release basis with an initial deposit of just $61,000. That was February 2007. ABPanama Inc. are now re-selling these investments with a profit of over $260,000. I highly recommend ABPanama".

Re-Sale

Panama has a large selection of re-sale houses and apartments in the city which can vary in size. Locations are throughout the city and in some cases within gated communities. ABPanama Inc. advise you to consider a resale property as a home as the price is often less than a new property and the older property is normally much larger and family orientated.

Resale as an Investment

You should also consider investing in areas such as El Cangrejo, El Carmen & Casco Viejo. These areas are going through a new lease of life, so to speak. Originally affluent areas, these locations are now inviting and attracting upper class families. Development has regenerated itself and local businesses are flourishing.

Advantages

. Much larger properties for less money

. Central locations with amenities close at hand

. A lived in community feeling

What our customers say "I hadn't thought about buying an older property in Panama until I met Tony from ABPanama Inc. who suggested visiting a 2 bedroom apartment in El Carmen which offered over 180 m2 for half the price I was considering paying for a new apartment. I did have to remodel slightly, add or tear down a few walls but in the end it was worth all that work. I now have exactly the apartment I wished for and with the money I saved bought all new furniture. Thanks Tony and ABPanama".

Rentals

With the recent decision to modernize and expand the Panama Canal, the project has just entered the construction phase. The construction will consist of the excavation of a 6.5 km channel which will connect the new Pacific side lock with Gaillard Cut. International interest grows continually and a recent article in TEN Business News America placed the expansion at the top of the ten most important projects of this decade.

Freight movement has increased by over 45% during the first quarter of this year and these are record figures and expected to grow considerably once the construction of the Rodman Port commences.

In view of the above, the rentals market has grown and will continue to grow consistently during the next decade. Enquiries from blue chip companies, embassies and multi-national corporations are constant and always in need of quality rental accommodation. We currently have a demand for over 800 quality apartments during the next 5 years from an international company due to considerable company relocations to Panama considered the hub, both in terms of logistics as well as air travel, of the Americas.

What our customers say "I have been a keen property investor for many years and manage quite a large portfolio of quality properties mainly in Europe. ABPanama Inc. were able to demonstrate the huge demand that the rental sector currently enjoys and will undoubtedly, in my judgment, continues for many years."

Land and Property Sourcing

Land purchase in Panama is a growing and a much sort after commodity by the foreign investor due to greater tourism proposals for Panama, Government Eco Tourism incentives, the arrival of cruise ships to our coast - both Atlantic and Pacific, and foreign investment into theme parks, hotels and the like. Panama is now considered one of the top alternative travel destinations. Tocumen International Airport has just been expanded and the runways extended to service the high foreign demand as well as the increase in Panamanian business travel to and from international countries.

ABPanama Inc. are able to search, locate and negotiate property within the entire country. We keep ahead of Government proposals and we are able to advise you, the investor, where to invest your money for a profitable return. We have dedicated professionals traveling the length and breast of Panama sourcing out virgin land and negotiating terms with the owners, in many cases on an exclusive basis.

ABPanama Inc. take great pride in our professional and businesslike approach to servicing our client's needs and customers who expect positive results.

What our customers say "To be perfectly frank, land purchase in Panama is one of the best investments I have ever had the good fortune to purchase."

Portfolio Management & Investments

ABPanama have over 23 years experience in managing portfolios of quality property. An investor needs to be sure that their investment is being looked after and that your needs are our number one priority. We constantly keep you informed and provide on the nail advice when to sell, develop or increase your portfolio.

We strive to keep communication with our investors through informative, timely updates and accessible staff members who are here to help you. We recognize that your investment is a demonstration of your confidence in us, and we are eager to provide you with information and service that will sustain that confidence. We hope that through regular correspondence and our up-to-date, functional website, we will answer your questions before you feel the need to ask them - but just in case, our friendly sales executives are always available. Call us and experience the prompt, personal response that sets us apart from the other realtors in Panama.

Our combined executive experience exceeds 57 years.

Comforting to know this fact, isn't it?