March 6, 2026

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FIRE: Financial Independence, Retire Early

Why this 37-year-old woman quit her 0,000 Google job for a ‘mini retirement’ in Switzerland 3 min read

For most people, walking away from a high-paying job at one of the world’s biggest tech firms might sound unthinkable. But for 37-year-old Florence Poirel, who was earning nearly $390,000 annually at...

Renting in Merida, Mexico: An Insider’s Guide To Expat Housing Options 14 min read

QUICK SUMMARY- HOUSE HUNTING IN MERIDA Merida offers diverse housing options with prices ranging from $690 to $1380 USD per month. The city provides a high quality of life at a fraction...

Retire Abroad Before 55: Eight Expert Tips 5 min read

Editor’s note: "Retire Abroad Before 55" is part 12 of an ongoing series on how to retire early and the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. Part one is How to Retire...

Why Expats Must Avoid Travel Medical Insurance 13 min read

QUICK SUMMARY- EXPATS MUST AVOID TRAVEL HEALTH INSURANCELearn why travel insurance isn’t recommended for full-time expatsUnderstand the differences between travel medical and international medical insurance.Highlights the risk of using travel insurance for...

Cost Of Living Abroad Calculation and Methodology 7 min read

What is ‘cost of living’?Many expats make the mistake of thinking that living costs are all about budgets and raw numbers. To me, "cost of living" isn't just dollars and cents. Sure, money matters,...

Cost Of Living Overseas Guides and Calculation 7 min read

What is ‘cost of living’?Many expats make the mistake of thinking that living costs are all about budgets and raw numbers. To me, "cost of living" isn't just dollars and cents. Sure, money matters,...

Cost Of Living Abroad Calculation and Methodology 22 min read

Updates On Expat Life in Buenos Aires ArgentinaQUICK SUMMARY- EXPAT BUDGET IN BUENOS AIRESLow cost of living at roughly $1,500 per month for an individual.Fantastic food scene from cheap empanadas to Michelin...

Cost Of Living Abroad Calculation and Methodology 10 min read

QUICK SUMMARY- MOVING ABROAD READINESS TESTThe Expat Readiness Assessment Quiz is a powerful tool to gauge readiness for living abroad.Identifies key personality traits crucial for expat success.Expat Assessment Quiz is back my...

Inside Look At Expat Housing: Buenos Aires Apartment Tours 11 min read

QUICK SUMMARY- Focuses on expat neighborhoods of Palermo Soho, Palermo Hollywood, and Recoleta.View affordable rent options as low as $400/month.See spacious apartments with amenities like pools, gyms, and security.Even with inflation, housing...

Discover Palermo Soho: Buenos Aires’ Trendiest Expat Neighborhood 14 min read

QUICK SUMMARY- PALERMO SOHO BUENOS AIRES Affordable cost of living compared to US standards, with reasonable housing and dining optionsPalermo Soho is known for its trendy vibe, art scene, and nightlifeHome to...

It turns out the best way to get ahead in America is to leave 8 min read

p" class="inline-offer pre-churn-offer"> Redeem now Amelia Basista and JP Stonestreet call 2015 their "year from hell" — the final straw that sent them packing to South America. Stonestreet was 43 and working...

Expat Life in the Philippines: An American Expat’s Pros and Cons 11 min read

QUICK SUMMARY- Philippines ranked Top 3 for expat ease of settling in, friendliness, and welcomeness.English widely spoken; integration easy for expats.Lower cost of living compared to the US. Expats save up to...

[2024] Expat Cost of Living in Mexico City: Prices for Housing, Food, Visas 22 min read

Expat Life in Mexico CityQUICK SUMMARY- EXPAT BUDGET IN CDMXLow cost of living under $2,000 per monthHigh quality of life with dining out and servicesVibrant expat social scene and activitiesDelicious, eclectic food...

It turns out the best way to get ahead in America is to leave 14 min read

QUICK SUMMARY- Focus on safe and trendy neighborhoods like Palermo Hollywood, Palermo Soho, and Recoleta.Uber is the easiest and fastest way to get from the airport to the city center for roughly...

Retiring Early Abroad: The Good And Bad Of Living Overseas During Retirement 8 min read

Portugal routinely tops the list of foreign destinations for retirees, such as International Living’s list of the world’s best places to retire, while Western Hemisphere countries Mexico and Panama are usually not...

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