“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
We hear from thousands of Americans each week who want to move abroad, and New Zealand is one of their top choices. It’s also one of the most challenging to move to. Thanks to its stunning natural landscapes, kind citizens, and progressive social government, aspiring U.S. emigrants continually ask us
American women who want to move abroad gather in hundreds of Facebook groups that target female expats. Some of those groups include Mexico Wild Women Expat Community (18k members), Black Women Expats in Panama (2.1k members), and Coffee with Expat Women (4.3k members). They’re excellent resources for meeting other women
The Expatsi Test is an assessment tool for Americans who want to leave the United States. It asks the regions they’d like to move to, their budget, the kind of visa they might apply for (like retirement, digital nomad, or skilled worker) and their preferences for things like safety, healthcare,
Whether they’re full-time expats or medical tourists, Americans are much happier with the healthcare they receive in Mexico. According to FarHomes.com, 84% of American expats rate Mexican healthcare as very good or excellent, compared to 72% of Americans in the U.S. who say the healthcare they receive at home is
Harrowing climate change disasters like the Hawaii wildfires or ongoing periods of extreme temperatures like what people faced over the summer in the South and Southwest may have you considering a move to a cooler locale. The Notre Dame Global Adaptation Initiative (ND-GAIN) measures data around climate change, including a
The U.S. leads the world in several key economic areas but not for the reasons we’d like. For example, we spend about 20% of gross domestic product (GDP) on healthcare—more than any other country in the world—but lack universal healthcare. This makes America the leader in another unfortunate category: bankruptcy
Have you ever wondered where all those colors of the year come from? Who decides, and how do they come up with them? The concept was originated by Pantone, the undisputed king of color and creators of the Pantone Matching System. When you work in industries like advertising or printing,
If there’s one thing we can learn from recent event, it’s this: religious violence has no place in society. It destroys lives and communities, drives political decisions, and slows social progress. Our global community deserves better. You may be looking for where you can be safe from such violence. Consider
More Americans are moving abroad than ever before. Thanks to digital tools like language translation apps and Google maps along with options for remote work, it’s easier now to make a big move abroad. Combined with challenging times in the United States and ever-present wanderlust, people of all ages are
In addition to the United States and Puerto Rico, here are countries where you can find the $1.50 hot dog meal and the brand’s signature bulk values. According to Costco Connection magazine, they also each stock unique local favorites. When you move to a new country, it can be comforting
In the U.S., the end-of-life system is designed to bankrupt you and your family while providing dismal care. If someone is living on a limited income but would like to live in a country that provides affordable senior care with dignity, where can they go? Duke University created a study
Americans are widely reported to be leaving the United States in greater numbers than ever before. Media outlets claim gigantic leaps in the number of Americans moving to Portugal, but it isn’t even in the top five most popular countries in the European Union. So where are Americans going? Many
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), drug overdose deaths increased 14% from 2020 to 2021. They increased again in 2022, with more than 109,000 drug deaths. A recent National Vital Statistics Report outlined one of the best predictors of overdose deaths: your job. Here are
For a majority of Americans, reaching retirement age means an opportunity to break away from their old life. Empty nesters might seek a permanent vacation after decades spent raising children. Single seniors are looking for a fresh start in a laid-back locale. For those retirees and more, we’ve gathered the
More Americans are looking to retire abroad in this decade than any one before it. Their reasons for leaving America vary widely: adventure, less political division, better healthcare, lower cost of living, sunny beaches, slower pace, etc. Best of all, they’re finding all of these features and more on their
Certain groups of Americans tend to proclaim that the U.S. is the best country in the world, without exception. In reality, this assertion falls apart as soon as one starts considering the concept. Was America ever all that great to begin with? Historically, the U.S. could better serve its citizens
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
Are you planning to move abroad but need help convincing your spouse? Moving abroad is indeed an exciting adventure, but it comes with significant risks with potential pros and cons. Convincing your spouse feels like a daunting task. However, you land the ball in your court with the right approach
