Volunteering as a Retiree
Most people who have reached their retirement age are still too young and active to just sit around and watch the news. They want to interact with other people and…
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Why You Should be Investing in International Real Estate
Why You Should be Investing in International Real Estate. One of the few things you can count on in life is change. This is especially true when finances are involved. …
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Applying for a Second Passport from the United Kingdom
There are some distinct advantages to being able to apply for and receive a British Passport. The first is that one can freely travel there and stay as long as…
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Unforeseen Costs of Retiring Overseas
Moving abroad for retirement seems to be on the forefront of many expat’s minds. It’s an understandably tempting proposition: low cost of living, affordable healthcare, permanent summer, exotic surroundings. But…
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Sailing on Lake Ontario
Sunny days under the mast, sail billowing above and the only sound is the water washing past the hull of your sailboat. Lake Ontario in summer is a sailor’s paradise.…
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Countries with the Best Economies for Expats
Over 6 million Americans currently claim “expat” status as they work abroad in another country. This can be attributed to any number of reasons such as the thrill of living…
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A Spanish Love Affair: Living on Ibiza – Part 2
In the first article in this series, Katharina described how their family’s first amazing visit led them to move from the UK to Ibiza. Click here to read Part 1 of “A…
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7 Small Business Mistakes to Avoid When Living Abroad
Running a business overseas can be an incredibly rewarding endeavor, particularly since you get to be your own boss while living abroad. With your business, you’ll be able to assimilate…
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Avoiding the Pitfalls in an International Move
While the outcome can be rewarding, moving is never fun. It requires a lot of time, energy, and money just to haul your things from one location to the next. …
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Paris in a Nutshell
Central Paris, with a population of 2.1 million people (2005 statistics), has a very small area of just under 100 square kilometers. No corner is farther than six miles from…
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