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How Can You Escape Medical Debt in the US?
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 [...]
The 10 Easiest Countries to Move To
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 [...]
Join the Club: You Can Shop at Costco in These 13 Countries
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 [...]
18 Safe Countries for Trans Kids
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 [...]
Americans Have Terrible Health but Believe They’re in Great Shape
The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an intergovernmental economic organization with 38 member countries, including the United States. The OECD was founded in 1961 to boost economic [...]
Best Countries for Seniors & End-of-Life Care
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 [...]
Test Your Geography Knowledge With This World Capital Challenge
We’re back with another quiz to prove Americans aren’t as disastrous at geography as everyone says. This time, we’ll see how many world capitals you know. We’ll make it a [...]
Surprise! Americans Are Moving to These EU Countries Instead of Portugal
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 [...]
Best Beach Towns for Retirement Abroad
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. [...]
Overdose Deaths by Occupation: Is Your Job Killing You?
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 [...]
20 Best Places for American Retirees
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 [...]
14 Things Other Countries Do Better Than the U.S.
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 [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Paying Expat Taxes
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 [...]
12 Steps to Convince Your Spouse to Move Abroad
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. [...]
10 More Countries with Better Healthcare Than the US
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 [...]
Expat Story: Amy Moves to France
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 [...]
A Doggone Shame: Countries Where Pit Bulls Aren’t Welcome
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 [...]
The 7 Safest Cities in Mexico, According to Expats
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 [...]
The 10 Worst Reasons to Move Abroad
There are plenty of excellent reasons to move abroad. If you're not happy with developments in the U.S., it's a great way to vote with your feet and take your [...]
Europe Is Desperate for New Residents: Here Are the Best Incentive Programs
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 [...]
20 Best Countries for Women Who Want to Leave the U.S.
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 [...]
15 Countries Least Vulnerable to Climate Change
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 [...]
The Best Country for Your MBTI Type
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 [...]
The 20 Least Religious Countries (Plus Where the U.S. Stands)
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 [...]
10 Countries Where You Can Retire With 150k
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 [...]
