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The Best Places in the World to Retire in 2025 Workshop

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    replied to DPOAH on 2 Dec 2024, 19:14 last edited by
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    Portugal, particularly on the warm southern coast, is English. Also in the major cities. In the countryside, Goodle Translate will work well.

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    replied to JULIELYNHARRISON 1 on 2 Dec 2024, 19:16 last edited by
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    On the southern coast of Portugal, there is a weekly newspaper for expats that publishes all the musical events coming up for the week. You can check it out on line: portugalresident.com

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    replied to DICK.NELSON45 on 2 Dec 2024, 19:17 last edited by
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    Portugal is one of the safest countries in the world. Almost no violent crime, I am a single woman and feel very safe here.

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    replied to GREATWN on 2 Dec 2024, 19:17 last edited by
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    For Portugal, I did it myself on vfsglobal.com. Just be sure to apply while you are in the US.

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    replied to KATHRYNWSAX on 2 Dec 2024, 19:22 last edited by
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    Hi, I live on the Algarve and do exactly what you describe, I rent my villa in July and August while I explore the world. I know a very nice lady who volunteered with me at a charity event here. She's is English, a real estate agent here, but I have not used her services. I can tell you she gave her time for a hospice charity, so she is a good person and seems quite professional. Her name is Karen Sneider Shears. She can be reached on What's App or by phone at +351 915 962 156. Please tell her that Glenda Cole referred you. Good luck, it's a BEAUTIFUL life!!

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    replied to SLOGGINS2016 on 2 Dec 2024, 19:22 last edited by
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    Absolutely. I live in Portugal and get it every month! Glenda

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    replied to BROCK on 2 Dec 2024, 19:23 last edited by
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    Sure. If you are talking about Europe, keep an eye on the 90 day limit with the Schengen Zone.

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    replied to WINSLEA on 2 Dec 2024, 19:24 last edited by
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    For Portugal, you need to spend 5 years on a residency visa. Then you can either choose to apply for a citizenship, or a permanent Visa.

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    replied to SLEVINSOLUTIONS on 2 Dec 2024, 19:25 last edited by
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    For Portugal, much easier to buy here. There are huge import takes added to cars in most European countries. I bought a little used car and I love it. Glenda

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    replied to JUDITHYHALL on 2 Dec 2024, 19:26 last edited by
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    In Portugal, I can see my doctor the same day if I am ill. Or I can wait a day or two for an appoitnment with her. And she is fabulous! Glenda

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    replied to BCLARKINCO on 2 Dec 2024, 19:28 last edited by
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    In Portugal, you can get a Portuguese drivers license. Your American license will also work just fine. I kept my American license and use it when I go back to the States. Glenda

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    replied to ERIC.N.JIM on 2 Dec 2024, 19:30 last edited by
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    Hi, Eric. Yes, getting local health insurance is good and cheap. In Portugal, I pay $207 a month. I am 66 years old. Care is excellent. And my doctor speaks perfect English. Glenda

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    replied to GREATWN on 2 Dec 2024, 19:54 last edited by
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    Thank you both!!!

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    replied to GREATWN on 2 Dec 2024, 20:02 last edited by
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    Thank you!!!

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    wrote on 2 Dec 2024, 20:04 last edited by
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    Great presentation today! Will it be available online? I would like for my wife to see it, but she is at work today.

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    replied to SSMITH131 on 3 Dec 2024, 09:51 last edited by
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    Hi it's available now: https://magazine.internationalliving.com/internationalliving/library/item/annual_global_retirement_index_2025/4237086/

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    replied to MARGUERITE.BUTLER on 3 Dec 2024, 09:53 last edited by
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    Panama: panama@internationalliving.com
    Costa Rica: costarica@internationalliving.com
    Mexico: mexico@internationalliving.com
    Portugal: portugal@internationalliving.com
    France: france@internationalliving.com

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    replied to GREATWN on 3 Dec 2024, 09:54 last edited by
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    Yes, the recording is available on this page.

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    replied to GREATWN on 3 Dec 2024, 19:13 last edited by
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    Hello, we always recommend enlisting the help of a reputable attorney, licensed in the country in question, to help you with immigration/visas and real estate or rental matters (contracts, etc). In many countries the same attorney can assist you with all these things but it can vary from country to country.

    Re Panama: In our Escape to Panama book we list contact information for Panama attorney Rainelda Mata-Kelly whose firm, Mata-Kelly & Partners, specializes in visas and real estate, among others.

    Rainelda Mata-Kelly
    Mata-Kelly & Partners
    Local tel: +(507) 216-9299
    From the US/Canada: (011 507) 216-9299
    rmk@mata-kelly.com
    www.mata-kelly.com

    Similarly you can find resources on the other countries you're interested in here on the IL website and at the IL Bookstore (www.ilbookstore.com).

    Best,
    IL Panama Editor Jess Ramesch

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    replied to GREATWN on 3 Dec 2024, 19:14 last edited by
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    Hello, we always recommend enlisting the help of a reputable attorney, licensed in the country in question, to help you with immigration/visas and real estate or rental matters (contracts, etc). In many countries the same attorney can assist you with all these things but it can vary from country to country.

    Re Panama: In our Escape to Panama book we list contact information for Panama attorney Rainelda Mata-Kelly whose firm, Mata-Kelly & Partners, specializes in visas and real estate, among others.

    Rainelda Mata-Kelly
    Mata-Kelly & Partners
    Local tel: +(507) 216-9299
    From the US/Canada: (011 507) 216-9299
    rmk@mata-kelly.com
    www.mata-kelly.com

    Similarly you can find resources on the other countries you're interested in here on the IL website and at the IL Bookstore (www.ilbookstore.com).

    Best,
    IL Panama Editor Jess Ramesch

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