Tell any parent it’s expensive to raise a family in today’s economy, and they won’t laugh at you, because they’re too tired. But believe me, they already know. One survey shows that to raise a family of four in 2025, you’ll need a six-figure income in more than half the
Most future expats don’t start the process with tons of money to burn. Many of them are looking to burn less money — in our 2024 Expatsi Report, 41% of survey respondents said they wanted to leave the U.S. to save money. In terms of value, 29% wanted great value
The United States is the second-wealthiest country per capita in the world, after Switzerland, and it’s by far the wealthiest country overall, with GDP of about $23 trillion. With those impressive stats, you’d expect minimum-wage employees to have a nicer life here than in other countries. One measure of that
Most developed countries have some solution for caring for their aging population. Known as “retirement income systems,” these include combinations of investment accounts, pensions, and social security. The health of these programs has a huge impact on the quality of life for seniors. Mercer is a global leader in retirement
Explorers enjoy traveling and exploring new regions worldwide but still want to keep their budgets in check. Well, they are in luck because there are numerous crazy low rents in some countries that’ll be bound to surprise you. We made a list of crazy and exciting places, according to people
The COVID-19 pandemic dealt a double whammy to areas in Western Europe already struggling with negative population growth from emigration or declining birth rates. Some countries and cities are offering appealing incentives to move there to work, refurbish properties, or raise families. If you’re considering a move abroad and need
Buckle up, because we’re about to uncover some budget-friendly gems that might just be your next home. From affordable rents to wallet-friendly dining and transportation, these cities are termed “best buys” by experienced people on the internet looking to cut costs. Time is money, so let’s get right into it,
Can I live in Costa Rica on a budget? We hear this question regularly from future expats deciding on where to move abroad. One of the gems of Latin America, Costa Rica’s cost of living weighs heavily on people’s minds. Americans have been moving to Costa Rica for years, after
Do expats pay taxes abroad? The U.S. has tax treaties with lots of foreign countries. These treaties can lower or eliminate the taxes that people from other countries owe to the U.S. on certain types of income. The specific rates and exemptions vary depending on the country and the type
In addition to the Expatsi Test, one of the services that we provide here is an in-depth consultation on finding great places for individuals to move abroad. We recently completed a consultation for a client we’ll call Steve; he’ll be the basis of this blog post. Steve’s a single gay
