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Editor’s note: "Best Places for LGBTQ People to Retire Abroad" is part of an ongoing series on retiring abroad. To see all the articles in the series, jump to the end of...
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Text Callout : Key Takeaways - Retiring Abroad? What Expats Need to Know About Taxes Retiring abroad can be exciting, but it isn’t necessarily easy. You’ll need to navigate visa and residency...
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Gabrielle OlyaApril 5, 2025 at 5:03 AMLuis Fonseca / Getty Images/iStockphotoMany of us dream of retiring abroad in Europe, but might feel like it’s simply unaffordable for us. However, there are several...
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By Stewart KoestenSocial Security benefits are a crucial source of retirement income for expats. Until recently, retirees received their benefit checks in the mail, regardless of where they lived. However, now that...
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Living the dream used to mean a cozy retirement in Florida or Arizona. Not anymore. More and more retired Americans are trading familiar surroundings for exotic addresses across the globe. And many...
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One of the questions most frequently asked by North Americans considering a move overseas in their retirement years is: “Can I Claim Social Security Overseas?” According to a recent survey, 69% of...
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Retirement kicks off a phase brimming with possibilities, and for many, the idea of settling abroad is especially enticing. Albania emerges as a surprising choice for those dreaming of seaside living without...
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Navigating Medicare while living overseas can be complex, but understanding the basics can help you make informed decisions. This guide covers everything expats and frequent travelers need to know about Medicare eligibility,...
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Steve Garfink is our resident Social Security expert. He is a long-time International Living member, the author of the book Social Security Secrets, a regular contributor here, and a popular speaker at...
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The number of U.S. retirees living abroad is growing at an astonishing rate. In 2019, the Social Security Administration stated that 431,000 benefit payments were sent overseas. Last year, the number jumped...
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The number of U.S. retirees living abroad is growing at an astonishing rate. In 2019, the Social Security Administration stated that 431,000 benefit payments were sent overseas. Last year, the number jumped...
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(Photo: FG Trade/Getty Images) Older adults who move abroad to retire have a higher risk of loneliness, according to a report published March 13 in the journal Psychology and Aging. The team...
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Currently, the average monthly cost of living in the United States is $2,433 — an amount that’s rather easy for some but rather difficult for others to afford. Indeed, one in three...
Photo by RDNE Stock project via Pexels By Stephen BeechPeople who move abroad after retiring are more likely to feel lonely, warns a new study. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is...
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By Stephen BeechPeople who move abroad after retiring are more likely to feel lonely, warns a new study.Loneliness can be a “black spot in paradise” for older people who lack community support...
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Photo by RDNE Stock project via Pexels By Stephen BeechPeople who move abroad after retiring are more likely to feel lonely, warns a new study. Loneliness can be a "black spot in...
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Older people who retired abroad were more likely to find their social circles lackluster compared with those who stayed home, but their closest relationships were just as fulfilling. ADVERTISEMENTPeople who retire abroad...
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Photo by RDNE Stock project via Pexels By Stephen BeechPeople who move abroad after retiring are more likely to feel lonely, warns a new study.Loneliness can be a "black spot in paradise"...
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You may know someone who has done it, or dreamed of it yourself: After a long career, an increasing number of people are opting to retire abroad — often in countries where...
