The Best Regions in the World for Retirement 2025
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We are just starting our retirement. We plan on traveling, most often in Europe and Central America, for 1-3 months at a time. We are interested in furnished rental resources other than VRBO and AirBNB. Do you have any recommendations?
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Is there any ballroom dancing in Cozumel?
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Can one find a long term rental (3 to 6 months) in Portugal in order to get a better feel of the country?
Yes, search Facebook groups like Long Term Rentals in Portugal and others or reach out to expats on these groups to see if they know someone who has a rental.
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are there any szmpke itineraries for these regions
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is this presentation being recorded? my SO had a meeting an was unable to tune in
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Strongly attracted to both Portugal and Italy. From a tax perspective which is better? I'm an artist that makes a minor amount of money from selling my art. I plan to do so in the place I finally retire to. I also will make money renting my properties in Charleston SC. Will the money I make be taxed in Portugal or Italy if I take residence there?
In Portugal you will be taxed so you should reach out to a tax expert.
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Can you speak about Boquete (more temperate climate). . . . . looking to escape the heat
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I will be out all day and unable to attend this excellent workshop. Can you please send me a recording. Thank you in advance for considering my request. Paula pbiwer@yahoo.com
Here is my question: can you suggest one or two American Expat friendship groups, and Lisboa? -
Is there any ballroom dancing in Cozumel?
I've never been asked that before and honestly I've never looked. There is plenty of salsa and places to go dancing and dance studios offering all styles of dance so if you love dancing you'll be able to find something.
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One of the best things for me about moving to France, Portugal, Spain or Montenegro is going car free. I have previously lived in the UK, Europe, Latin American and Asia and never owned a car in those years. So I don't want a place where I need a car, but I don't want a huge city with the expense, noise, etc. So what are the best car free places in those areas?
for Portugal I'd suggest plan and trip and look around since only you can decide where you want to live. Train travel is affordable throughout the country and there are buses and uber. Do keep in mind that all of the country is cobblestoned which can be dangerous as we age.
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climate change is my biggest convern when considering location What countries are predicted to suffer and which ones are predicted to be safer from climate change related disasters? -
how bad are mosquitos in Panama City?
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I hear a lot about selling everything before a move abroad? Is that really necessary? Kindly elaborate.
Hello,
Every situation is different, but a lot of people prefer to sell most of their stuff before moving. The fees to ship, depending on the amount of things you'd like to bring, can be very costly - extra customs charges might also apply. I do know someone who moved all her belongings to France... it's a certain budget and a lot of paperwork, but can be done. I moved with just my clothes and a few momentos and restocked here. I could find everything I needed.
Tuula, IL France Correspondent
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i did it but theres no audio
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About speaking English daily in these cities/countries?
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when you move to another country, what happens to your MediCare? Do you lose it? If so, do you get it back easily if you return to the US? What about social security? Do you still get it? I have not taken mine yet. ( I am 63.) Should one get that started before moving out of country?
Your medicare is not usable outside the US. You will be able to use it anytime you return, even if you teturn for only a few days Social Security is received no matter where in the world you reside. As far as applying, I did mine completely on line. Your payments are also done electronically. If you have other sources of income, you should put off applying for social security as long as you can afford up to age 70. Also look into having a spouse that has the lowest income collect Social Security at full retirement age, and you can receive income based on your spouses Social Security. Your spouse can delay collecting their Social Security until they get closer to the age 70 so they receive a greater income. The only downside is if your spouse dies before you do, you will only collect the amount they would’ve received. Had they retired at the same age you did, not their extended retirement age. Do your research!