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How to Retire Overseas Live Large for $1500 a Month or LESS!: Top 10 Countries to Retire Abroad, Enjoy Life and Increase Your Retirement Savings
Are you worried about the rising cost of retirement? Is your retirement nest egg not as much as you had planned or hoped to save? Are you looking for a way to live comfortably once you stop working?
Consider living abroad!
It is my pleasure to share with you the experiences of the world’s most frugal retiree travelers. I hope that this book provides inspiration and direction.
There are 10 specific places where you can comfortably live off $1,500/month or LESS!
I would like to encourage you to take a journey that will change the way you look at the world. Post-retirement is a beautiful thing, and you don't have to wait until your 50s or 60s to enjoy it.
It's common for retirees to enjoy retirement by taking stock of their life, enjoying the freedom from the 9-to-5 grind, and doing what they like. Others may see it as a chance to fulfill their long-held dreams and travel overseas. It is imperative you know the benefits and drawbacks of retiring abroad if you can't decide what kind of life you want following the end of your professional career.
This book offers you a chance to live a life of leisure for as little as $1,500 a month. Within the pages of this guide, I will explain how Linda and I paid off our mortgage and left the U.S. in less than a year after retiring. So, the sooner you plan for the retirement phase, the more money you will save. The 10 countries I recommend span a wide range, from a surfers’ haven in Nicaragua, where you can live like royalty for $1,300 USD per month, to metropolitan Bangkok with uberesque conveniences and luxury epicenters.
We are living the dream; you can, too!
I would state that Linda and I have found our dream lifestyle—for about 1/10th of what it would cost us here in America. Many people are too afraid to even think about retiring overseas because they think it will be too expensive or difficult. Life for us in Nazare, Portugal, has proven to be affordable and easy (and life-affirming). It's been over four years since we moved to Nazare, and we’re no closer to returning than when we arrived. This place is home.
Consider a world of possibilities!
Retirement Why You Should and Should Not Do It
How to Conduct Your Initial ResearchUnderstanding TaxesDetermining Overseas Retirement Taxable EarningsAdvice on Pre-PlanningWhich Retirement Countries Are Favorable?Where Should You Go?Societal Considerations When Choosing a CountryInfrastructure ConsiderationsQuality of Life ConsiderationsClimate and Environment ConsiderationsLegalities of Overseas How to Become an ExpatWhy It Matters Where You RetireWhat Legal Steps Should You Take?Visa and Residency Requirements
Cost of Living Index for Ten of the Best Retirement DestinationsAdvice for Grasping the Local Real Estate MarketDownsizing Your Life for Overseas Retirement5 Tips to Simplify Your LifeA Listing of the Top Ten Countries to Retire OverseasAdvice for Settling into Your New LifeFAQs About Retiring OverseasYou will learn all of this and so much more.
Consider living abroad!
It is my pleasure to share with you the experiences of the world’s most frugal retiree travelers. I hope that this book provides inspiration and direction.
There are 10 specific places where you can comfortably live off $1,500/month or LESS!
I would like to encourage you to take a journey that will change the way you look at the world. Post-retirement is a beautiful thing, and you don't have to wait until your 50s or 60s to enjoy it.
It's common for retirees to enjoy retirement by taking stock of their life, enjoying the freedom from the 9-to-5 grind, and doing what they like. Others may see it as a chance to fulfill their long-held dreams and travel overseas. It is imperative you know the benefits and drawbacks of retiring abroad if you can't decide what kind of life you want following the end of your professional career.
This book offers you a chance to live a life of leisure for as little as $1,500 a month. Within the pages of this guide, I will explain how Linda and I paid off our mortgage and left the U.S. in less than a year after retiring. So, the sooner you plan for the retirement phase, the more money you will save. The 10 countries I recommend span a wide range, from a surfers’ haven in Nicaragua, where you can live like royalty for $1,300 USD per month, to metropolitan Bangkok with uberesque conveniences and luxury epicenters.
We are living the dream; you can, too!
I would state that Linda and I have found our dream lifestyle—for about 1/10th of what it would cost us here in America. Many people are too afraid to even think about retiring overseas because they think it will be too expensive or difficult. Life for us in Nazare, Portugal, has proven to be affordable and easy (and life-affirming). It's been over four years since we moved to Nazare, and we’re no closer to returning than when we arrived. This place is home.
Consider a world of possibilities!
Retirement Why You Should and Should Not Do It
How to Conduct Your Initial ResearchUnderstanding TaxesDetermining Overseas Retirement Taxable EarningsAdvice on Pre-PlanningWhich Retirement Countries Are Favorable?Where Should You Go?Societal Considerations When Choosing a CountryInfrastructure ConsiderationsQuality of Life ConsiderationsClimate and Environment ConsiderationsLegalities of Overseas How to Become an ExpatWhy It Matters Where You RetireWhat Legal Steps Should You Take?Visa and Residency Requirements
Cost of Living Index for Ten of the Best Retirement DestinationsAdvice for Grasping the Local Real Estate MarketDownsizing Your Life for Overseas Retirement5 Tips to Simplify Your LifeA Listing of the Top Ten Countries to Retire OverseasAdvice for Settling into Your New LifeFAQs About Retiring OverseasYou will learn all of this and so much more.
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Published March 10, 2022
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February 8, 2023
Good information for someone who is just starting their journey looking at moving overseas.
The book is by someone who has lived in two countries overseas. The book lacks references and links to references where the reader can find out more.
The Social Security Section in this book has incorrect and has improperly explained information. Seeing the errors in this section means I am recommending this book only for someone who is starting there research on living overseas and not someone who wants real advice.
The book really pinpointed how complicated taxes can be when you live overseas. It is imparative to (1) know rules in countries differ dramatcially and the rules differ depending on if the income is active, passive, or retirement income (including Social Security, ROTH, pensions, and 401k $) and (2) to have outside tax help both for your USA taxes and the country you are plannign on moving to.
I would get professional tax help before moving.
Some good information on the need to understand the differences in taxes of different countries and the need to have two tax professionals (US and where you are living) especially for those who are earning income abroad.
Live in some countries you can even be taxed twice, where there is also a change of taking abvantage of FEIE (Foreign Earned Income Exclusion IRS tax relief for those living overseas which means $95,800 of your income is tax free in the USA).
Foreign Tax Credits in a country with a tax treaty may help avoid double taxation.
Many countries don't recognize the tax advantages in the USA, INCLUDING The Roth IRA, and will still tax it as income.
Countries, where you are likely to experience double taxabiton, include Bali, Vietnam, Panama, Ecuador, Malaysia, and Croatia.
Good cost of living comparison. Numbeo, Expatistain, and Mercer cost of living indexes.
The section of the book that compares the cost of living uses NYC, one of the most expensive cities in the world as a comparison.
The book is by someone who has lived in two countries overseas. The book lacks references and links to references where the reader can find out more.
The Social Security Section in this book has incorrect and has improperly explained information. Seeing the errors in this section means I am recommending this book only for someone who is starting there research on living overseas and not someone who wants real advice.
The book really pinpointed how complicated taxes can be when you live overseas. It is imparative to (1) know rules in countries differ dramatcially and the rules differ depending on if the income is active, passive, or retirement income (including Social Security, ROTH, pensions, and 401k $) and (2) to have outside tax help both for your USA taxes and the country you are plannign on moving to.
I would get professional tax help before moving.
Some good information on the need to understand the differences in taxes of different countries and the need to have two tax professionals (US and where you are living) especially for those who are earning income abroad.
Live in some countries you can even be taxed twice, where there is also a change of taking abvantage of FEIE (Foreign Earned Income Exclusion IRS tax relief for those living overseas which means $95,800 of your income is tax free in the USA).
Foreign Tax Credits in a country with a tax treaty may help avoid double taxation.
Many countries don't recognize the tax advantages in the USA, INCLUDING The Roth IRA, and will still tax it as income.
Countries, where you are likely to experience double taxabiton, include Bali, Vietnam, Panama, Ecuador, Malaysia, and Croatia.
Good cost of living comparison. Numbeo, Expatistain, and Mercer cost of living indexes.
The section of the book that compares the cost of living uses NYC, one of the most expensive cities in the world as a comparison.
June 20, 2022
Retiring early enough to enjoy the fruits of your labor over the years is becoming a common goal in our society. Many people have made that decision, and you can retire much sooner. The next questions that usually follow are, where should I retire to, what country do I see myself living in for at least a couple of years? Gathering some ideas from others on their personal experiences in other countries outside of the U.S. can be considered beneficial. But, no other's experience can compare to the one you will have, and it is much wiser to travel and find out what your likes and dislikes about other places are.
In "How to Retire Overseas Live Large for $1500 a Month or Less," authors Paul Burnett and Linda Brunett guide readers to the excitement and thrill of retiring overseas. It is interesting to note that overseas can be a reasonable option if you prefer changing your environment and living life like you're on a long-term vacation. With this book, you will gain some valuable information, advice, and encouragement to take that leap of faith. In doing so, you will begin to live a more fulfilling life while enjoying the ability to submerge yourself in the feel of vacation-style living. The best part is that overseas will be a new and refreshing experience everyone should strive for at least once.
I found this book to be helpful, and I have learned a lot about retirement as a whole. The best advice is to take the leap of faith and live somewhere you've always wanted to because there's no better time. The ability to retire early is still a goal I want to accomplish. I highly recommend everyone near retirement seeking ideas on where to settle down to enjoy a happy and fulfilling life.
In "How to Retire Overseas Live Large for $1500 a Month or Less," authors Paul Burnett and Linda Brunett guide readers to the excitement and thrill of retiring overseas. It is interesting to note that overseas can be a reasonable option if you prefer changing your environment and living life like you're on a long-term vacation. With this book, you will gain some valuable information, advice, and encouragement to take that leap of faith. In doing so, you will begin to live a more fulfilling life while enjoying the ability to submerge yourself in the feel of vacation-style living. The best part is that overseas will be a new and refreshing experience everyone should strive for at least once.
I found this book to be helpful, and I have learned a lot about retirement as a whole. The best advice is to take the leap of faith and live somewhere you've always wanted to because there's no better time. The ability to retire early is still a goal I want to accomplish. I highly recommend everyone near retirement seeking ideas on where to settle down to enjoy a happy and fulfilling life.
July 3, 2023
very good information!
This was a very good book had a lot information on it and someone who has knows nothing about moving overseas. This book is a very good start a book to learn about the taxes in medical choices you will have.
This was a very good book had a lot information on it and someone who has knows nothing about moving overseas. This book is a very good start a book to learn about the taxes in medical choices you will have.
November 2, 2023
Good book with lots of general info you need to start thinking about your retirement plans overseas. Once you decide on a country, you can always get more specific from there. 😎🌴🍹
July 11, 2024
Waffle, waffle, waffle
What a load of waffle! Here's one of several little gems: When you go grocery shopping in Cchangu, Bali, have a shopping list to avoid impulse purchases.
What a load of waffle! Here's one of several little gems: When you go grocery shopping in Cchangu, Bali, have a shopping list to avoid impulse purchases.
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