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Renting vs. Buying: Housing Options for Expats
One of the biggest decisions you'll face as an expat or immigrant is whether should you rent or buy your new home abroad.
Whether you're looking at a colorful apartment in Guadalajara, Mexico, or a little casita on the beach off of Costa Rica, we'll talk you through the pros and the cons and the in-betweens so that way you can feel confident about your next move.
Navigating Safety Concerns: Is Mexico Safe for Single Parent Expats?
If you're a single parent over 40 and you're thinking about moving abroad for the first time ever, you're in the right place. Today we're going to tackle a big question. Is Mexico safe for single parent expats? You might have heard a lot of things about Mexico and the news lately, but what's the real story?
Still Waiting for ‘The Right Time’ to Move? Newsflash: It’ll Never Come
Are you still waiting for the right time to move abroad? Let me break this to you gently. It will never come. Look, the stars won't magically line up. The planets of the solar system aren't gonna line up. The perfect moment isn't going to just appear out of thin air. And life is always gonna throw a curve ball your way. The good news is you don't need to have the perfect time. You just need to make a decision to leave your country and then build a plan on how to get out. Let's talk about why waiting is holding you back, and how to finally make your dream of moving abroad a reality.
The Ultimate Guide to Downsizing Before Moving Abroad
Are you ready to start your next adventure, but you're feeling overwhelmed by all the stuff you've accumulated over the years? If you're a single parent over 40 and your kids have left the nest, this is your chance for a fresh start. But before you book that one way ticket, you need to downsize strategically. In this article, we'll help you put together a plan to downsize and declutter, so that way you have less baggage, literally and figuratively.
Choosing the Right Destination in Mexico: Balancing Opportunity & Safety
When you think of scenery in Mexico, what's the first thing that comes to mind? Is it white sandy beaches? Is it the desert, or is it cartel country? Whatever it might be for you, many Americans seem to think that geography and topography in Mexico is limited to one type. In this article, we'll go through some common expat areas, as well as some lesser known destinations. And while we're at it, we'll compare crime statistics.
Your Comfort Zone is Keeping You BROKE and STUCK
The years fly by because we're living in our comfort zones. We're far too comfortable with our daily lives. The days drag on because we're bored and unchallenged with our jobs. But what does this have to do with being broke and stuck?
How to Choose the BEST Country for Your First Move Abroad
With over 197 formally recognized countries on this planet, how on Earth do you take that list and whittle it down to just a short, manageable number?
Is MEXICO as VIOLENT as the U.S. News Media Portrays?
When you tell someone you're thinking of moving to Mexico, what's the first thing you hear coming out of their mouth?
Think You Don't Have The BALLS to Move Abroad? Think Again.
Be honest. How many times have you thought to yourself or even said to yourself, I could never move to another country.
How to Get Your First Passport
Have you never been to a foreign country? Never had a passport? This article describes all the steps involved in getting your very first passport.