We have found a hous ein Panama we want to purchase. Is there a compnay in the USA the wiill finance this? 150,000$ 20years? We currently live in South Texas and have family in Panama wil be moving there when we retire! by panamadrmz from Corpus Christi, Texas. Oct 21st 2010
No, Panama is not part of the US, you need to find a lender there. Also, note that Panama does not allow you to own land unless you are a Panamanian. I am assuming from your profile name that you are so go to Panama and find an investor, a US investor will not and cannot be an option.
This may be a good starting point. You will need to cut & paste this link:http://panamamortgageinsurance.com/Best wishes, Rudi
Getting a LoanSeveral banks in Panama are very comfortable with home loans for foreigners. Typically, loans are issued for up to 70-75% of the value the bank establishes for the property. Loans are usually variable rate and can range from 10 to 30 years. For senior citizens there's one hitch: loans must be paid by the age of 75. So if you are 65, the maximum time of the loan you receive will be 10 years.To qualify for a loan, banks normally require the following from foreign investors: * Proof of income (pay slips, CPA certified income statements) * Last three personal income tax declarations * 2 Bank references * 2 Clear copies of passports and driver's license * Copy of public utility bills of current residence * Credit Report (Experian, TransUnion, Equifax) * Life Insurance * Fire Insurance for the property to be purchased * An account with the lending bank (to auto-debit your monthly payments)Typical loan terms: * 15-25 years (or shorter if you're approaching 75 years of age) * Fixed rate based on the Libor rate or variable based on Prime Rate * 1.5% closing feeshttp://www.panamarealestatepros.com/panama_banking.aspPeter Kouropoulos 415-680-0811
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