My $122K Panama House: What I Got Right (and Wrong)

After a divorce and major life reset, Patty Blue Hayes set out to rebuild on her own terms—and found her next chapter in Panama. In this candid video, Patty shares the highs and lows of moving to Panama solo: what she got right, what she got wrong, and the practical lessons she learned renovating a home, managing expenses, and navigating life as a single expat in a new country. If you’re dreaming of living abroad but feeling unsure, her story will inspire and ground you in reality. 00:01 – Why I Moved to Panama After Divorce 03:35 – The Mistake I Made Buying Too Soon 06:10 – How I Found a Trusted Contractor 11:55 – How I Ended Up Buying That House 16:51 – What I Spend Living in Panama Each Month 18:26 – My Favorite Part of Life in El Valle More from Patty: ‪@Pattybluehayes‬ Thinking about moving to Panama? Check out our free resources to help you take the next step: https://internationalliving.com/count... #panama #elvalle #movetopanama