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Living costs remain a significant concern for many individuals and families worldwide. With inflation, housing prices, and everyday expenses rising, finding a place to live that is affordable and offers a high...
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The America she knew and loved seemed to be slipping away.This was the sentiment plaguing Maureen Steinberg as the 2016 US Presidential election carved a corrosive swathe through the nation.An ambitious real...
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Work and travel: digital nomads need to think about their finances in a non-conventional way (Adobe stock photograph)I recently returned from holiday, and I keep thinking about this lovely couple we met....
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Aaliyah Bilal, Brian Ingram Aaliyah Bilal, of Ft. Washington, Maryland, right, and Brian Ingram, of Los Angels, CA, react as they watch live TV coverage showing the victory of Democratic presidential candidate...
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If things get chaotic after the election, will you make an escape? And if so, where will you go?If you’re considering a move, let me introduce you to Uruguay—a country with postcard-perfect...
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We retired early 14 years ago and moved abroad because the US was too expensive.We set our sights on Cuenca, Ecuador, which has moderate weather and is super walkable.Our cost of living...
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According to the Social Security Administration, in 2024, nearly 68 million Americans received a Social Security benefit each and every month, totaling roughly $1.5 trillion in benefits paid during the year. While...
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You went to Italy and fell in love with the country. Italy is gorgeous, much like some of its inhabitants. For many, it’s love at first sight. Stunning natural settings, breathtaking architecture,...
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In recent years, Malta has become a magnet for digital nomads seeking an ideal place to live, work, and thrive. As remote work becomes the new norm, many of these professionals are...
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Retiring abroad is becoming more common, with many American retirees fleeing the country in search of a lower cost of living and more affordable housing.According to a Social Security Administration (SSA) report,...
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Travel I took a career break to travel for a year and couldn't find a job afterward. My solo trips helped me realize it's OK. Tess Martinelli 2024-10-25T09:02:01Z Share icon Share Facebook...
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Manali Doshi/ThrillistManali Doshi/ThrillistIn the years since the pandemic began, there are more digital nomads than ever—a reported 35 million people worldwide now embrace this lifestyle, over half from the US—but the surrounding culture has...
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As I write this from my tiny rental flat in Murches, Portugal—a village three miles north of the popular expat haven Cascais—the wind is howling and dogs bark in the distance. The...
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Luigi Wewege from Belize’s Caye International Bank offers nine great reasons to consider living on Ambergris Caye, Belize.Ambergris Caye has become an increasingly attractive option for expats seeking their perfect tropical paradise...
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Norman Bour nearly lost everything during the 2008 recession when he was living in California.Bour, now 70, and his wife worried about affording retirement in the US and moved abroad in 2019.They...
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My husband has a saying, ‘Kiwis love to go out into the world, capture their prey, and drag them home,’" says Aaron Jones. "That’s basically what happened to me."Aaron and I are...
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Photo: Alexander Spatari/Getty ImagesFor millions of Americans, the ultimate dream is to strike out and build a new life abroad. And as shown by the best countries for Americans to move to—laid...
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For millions of Americans, the ultimate dream is to strike out and build a new life abroad. And as shown by the best countries for Americans to move to—laid out below—there’s plenty...
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Norman Bour nearly lost everything during the 2008 recession when he was living in California.Bour, now 70, and his wife worried about affording retirement in the US and moved abroad in 2019.They...
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Travel I couldn't afford US retirement on $3,000 a month, so I moved abroad. I've since visited 43 countries and am happier. As told to Alcynna Lloyd 2024-10-21T15:24:16Z Share icon Share Facebook...
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