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
In an increasingly fraught political environment, transgender rights seem to get brought into question more frequently of late. Rising right-wing sentiment seems to fuel much of the ire, though the causes are more complex than we’ll try to address here. Our stance is simple: trans rights are human rights. Trans
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
Americans continue to get the squeeze when it comes to healthcare. Despite paying more per capita than any other nation on Earth, the healthcare system continues to fail us. We previously covered 14 other countries in this vein. Perhaps that’s because the U.S. doesn’t view public healthcare as a human
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak recently announced an upcoming ban on the breed of dogs called American Bully XL. According to the Independent, the American Bully Kennel Club defines the American XL bully as a crossbreed of the American pit bull terrier, olde English bulldogge, English bulldog and the American
I recently completed my move from Kansas City, MO to a village in southwest France! I’ve wanted to move abroad since taking French in junior high; after a lifetime spent in service work, I finally got the opportunity to go in 2023. Like many American expats, I left the U.S.
For those looking for a change of pace, many immigrants and retirees have been drawn to Mexico in recent years. With beautiful beaches, diverse culture, and a much lower cost of living than many other countries, it’s no wonder why so many people are choosing to move to Mexico. However,
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
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
Harrowing climate change disasters like the Hawaii wildfires or ongoing periods of extreme temperatures like what people faced last 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 country’s
Have you ever wondered which country would be the best fit for your MBTI type? Many people are interested in finding a place to live that aligns with their personality and values. Your MBTI type can tell you a lot about your preferences, including your communication style, decision-making process, and
The median amount that Gen Xers have saved for retirement is $40,000, with as few as seven years left before reaching the retirement age of 65. The good news is that with a little hard work, you can still find a comfortable retirement abroad. In these countries, you can fully
If there’s one thing we can learn from this week’s events, 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.
“Who moved to a new country and found it a near perfect match and is much happier? I’m not saying everything needs to be 100% perfect but just stories where you feel you made the right decision and your life has upgraded.” Someone recently asked this question on the internet,
