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United Kingdom

Investing in Colombian Timber Plantations

Colombian timber markets have consistently gone through some rough times over the past couple of years. Despite the growth of the construction industry in the region—the largest consumer of timber—the…

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United Kingdom

A Case for Brexit—Perhaps It Might Have Been for The Best

A Case for Brexit—Perhaps It Might Have Been for The Best Liberty, politics and economics share a complicated relationship. It’s not for nothing that people have argued over the concept…

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United Kingdom

Escape to Freedom #6: Freedom To Travel

Escape to Freedom #6: Freedom To Travel Not everyone wants or is suited to, either domestic or international travel. Some just don’t have an interest. Some people love the town…

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Your Plan B

What You Need To Know To Move To Germany

What You Need To Know To Move To Germany Germany is one of the most advanced economies in the world. As one of the leading nations in the European Union, there’s…

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Your Plan B

Where are Expats Living in Germany?

Where are Expats Living in Germany? As one of the safest countries in the world, Germany is home to many retired expats. It is ranked 16th out of 163 countries…

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Italy

Choose to Retire in Italy

Choose to Retire in Italy Usually, when Americans choose to retire somewhere other than the United States they choose to retire in a place that looks nothing like the United…

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Portugal

Estoril, Portugal

Estoril, Portugal Few people realize that the inspiration for James Bond originated during World War II in the seaside Portuguese resort of Estoril, 18 km southwest of Lisbon. Portuguese Neutrality…

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United Kingdom

A Week of Big Announcements! Our Newest Member Mikkel Thorup!

A Warm Welcome to Our New Team Member! We would like to introduce our new team member, Mikkel Thorup, to the Escape Artist readers! Mikkel is the author of Expat…

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France

An Insider Guide to France: Things to See, Do, and Eat

An Insider Guide to France: Things to See, Do, and Eat. France belongs to a triumvirate of European countries – along with Italy and Spain – which are renowned for…

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Second Citizenship

Getting Residency In Germany

Getting Residency In Germany I have learned something from the high number of Americans who contact me inquiring about obtaining a second passport or looking for a place to retire…