Every plan-to-be expat has a different idea about their overseas retirement paradise. For you, it might be a high-rise condo in a bustling metropolis with world-class shopping and nightlife. For someone else it might be a country ranch, or a beachside retreat. Finding the country to live in that … [Read more...] about How to Choose Your Retire Overseas Paradise
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How to Choose the Best Country for Your Overseas Retirement, Part II
Last week I wrote an installment about how to choose the best country for your overseas expat retirement. It's a complicated process because there are so many factors that come into play. I suggested you begin with some soul searching and serious conversation with your significant other if you … [Read more...] about How to Choose the Best Country for Your Overseas Retirement, Part II
How To Choose the Best Country for your Overseas Retirement
Once you're bitten by the expat, overseas bug, how do you go about choosing your best country for overseas retirement? At the risk of stating the obvious, it's a vital part of your relocation process. In fact, it's so obvious I needed to be reminded of it! A few days ago I received this email … [Read more...] about How To Choose the Best Country for your Overseas Retirement
The Dangers of Social Media
A few days ago I posted a list of social networking sites that might help you plan and execute your overseas move, and get settled in afterwards. However, I’d feel irresponsible if I didn’t spell out one very real downside to relying on social media when you move overseas. This is especially … [Read more...] about The Dangers of Social Media
Retire to Latin America if You’re Poor, Europe if You’re Not
I don't generally follow investment websites or blogs, but The Oblivious Investor caught my eye recently. Why? Because author Rick Todd rated some expat retirement destinations based on how much income you have to retire on. His top five picks for retirees with a limited (primarily Social … [Read more...] about Retire to Latin America if You’re Poor, Europe if You’re Not
10 Best Expat Destinations
A few days ago, I posted the results of International Living's 2010 Annual Retirement Index. Topping this prestigious list are Ecuador Panama Mexico France Italy Today I'm looking at a very different list: this one includes the 10 Most Suitable Countries for American … [Read more...] about 10 Best Expat Destinations