The Rise of Tokenized Real Estate in Panama – A Guide for Modern Investors

In a recent episode of Block-Chat (#97), hosted by Blocksquare’s COO Makram Hani, Gven Sariol shared insights into the ARCre marketplace, the Oceanpoint launchpad, and how tokenization is creating new opportunities in Panama’s real estate market.

Tokenized Real Estate in Panama: A Modern Approach to Ownership

Tokenized real estate transforms traditional property ownership by dividing assets into smaller, digital shares. This allows investors to hold fractional ownership of a property, reducing entry costs and enabling broader participation. Instead of purchasing an entire property, investors can buy tokens representing fractional ownership, which are stored and managed on the blockchain for security and transparency.

“Through ARCre’s marketplace, we’re enabling investors to access these opportunities in Panama’s promising real estate market and participate in a region with growing international demand,” says Gven Sariol.

This model not only opens doors for investors with smaller capital but also offers more flexibility than conventional real estate investments. With tokenized ownership, investors can buy, hold, or trade their shares without the obligations that typically come with full property ownership, such as property management or maintenance. As noted in the Block-Chat discussion, ARCre’s approach allows individuals to participate in Panama’s real estate market through fractional shares, making high-value properties more accessible to a global audience.

Why Panama? The Appeal of Costa del Este for Investors

Panama has steadily attracted international interest due to its strategic location, strong banking sector, and business-friendly environment. ARCre, based in Panama, focuses particularly on properties in Costa del Este, a sought-after district in Panama City. Costa del Este is known for its walkable infrastructure, modern amenities, and appeal to expatriates and international businesses, making it an ideal location for real estate investment.

As Sariol explained, Costa del Este has become a prime area for long-term rentals, with high demand from foreign professionals and families. The district combines a safe, family-friendly atmosphere with a thriving business community, drawing interest from investors who see its potential for property appreciation and rental income. Panama’s government has also shown a commitment to improving infrastructure and environmental standards, further enhancing the area’s appeal.

The Role of Blocksquare and the Oceanpoint Launchpad

ARCre operates as a certified partner of Blocksquare, utilizing their tokenization protocol to enable secure, fractional property ownership. Blocksquare’s infrastructure provides ARCre with the technology to tokenize properties in a compliant and structured way, allowing investors to access shares in Panamanian real estate without needing full property acquisition.

Blocksquare’s Oceanpoint launchpad adds another layer to this ecosystem by allowing ARCre to secure community-backed funding. Through the Oceanpoint marketplace pool, ARCre seeks community pledges of staked BST tokens (sBST) to reach a target of 100,000 sBST. If this target is met, ARCre qualifies for a 100% discount on Blocksquare’s services, which include tokenization and marketplace management tools. This community-supported model allows investors to actively participate in the growth of the ARCre marketplace by pledging support through the Oceanpoint pool.

In Block-Chat #97, Gven Sariol highlighted the advantages of this community-backed approach, explaining that the Oceanpoint pool allows ARCre to reduce operational costs while fostering a supportive network of investors. With this funding model, ARCre can continue to expand its property offerings and make tokenized real estate accessible to a wider audience.

Accessing ARCre’s Marketplace and Participating in the Oceanpoint Pool

For those interested in exploring tokenized real estate in Panama, joining ARCre’s marketplace is a straightforward process. Investors simply register on the platform, complete a quick Know Your Customer (KYC) process, and link their digital wallets. For those already registered with Oceanpoint marketplace, the same login details can be used. Once set up, investors can browse properties and purchase BSPT tokens. We invite the BST community to review ARCre's Oceanpoint launchpad campaign in the Blocksquare forum and ask any questions. Starting November 4, 2024, community members can pledge their sBST to support ARCre’s Oceanpoint marketplace pool.

By participating in the Oceanpoint pool, community members can actively support ARCre’s mission to provide accessible and flexible real estate options in Panama. This model empowers a community of supporters to contribute to ARCre’s marketplace, ensuring its continued development and expansion.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Tokenized Real Estate in Panama

Panama’s real estate market shows strong potential for growth, particularly as infrastructure improvements and favorable regulations make it an increasingly attractive location. The adoption of tokenized real estate is poised to reshape property ownership in the region, offering investors the ability to diversify their portfolios with smaller, manageable investments in high-demand areas like Costa del Este.

Sariol remains optimistic about the future, envisioning tokenized real estate as a long-term solution for making property ownership more accessible and flexible.

“We’re excited to have new investors join our community and look forward to helping them explore this innovative approach to real estate,” he said, highlighting ARCre’s commitment to democratizing property ownership through tokenization.

For those looking to engage with the Panamanian real estate market, ARCre’s marketplace provides a unique entry point. With the support of Blocksquare’s Oceanpoint launchpad, ARCre is well-positioned to continue expanding and innovating within the tokenized real estate space.