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Expatriates

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lifestyle1 year ago

"Top Countries for a Safe and Popular Retirement Abroad in 2024"

Retiring abroad is becoming increasingly popular among Americans due to the rising cost of living and healthcare in the US. While the dream of a more affordable and leisurely lifestyle in countries like Portugal, Italy, and Mexico is appealing, the reality involves significant bureaucratic challenges, language barriers, and the emotional toll of leaving family behind. Despite these hurdles, many find the financial benefits and improved quality of life worth the effort.

real-estate1 year ago

"Millennial Couple Buys $25K House in Italy Instead of Chicago"

Kristina Knighten and Paul Cordier, TEFL-certified teachers living in the UAE, initially saved to buy a home in Chicago but opted for a $25,000 house in Italy instead. They faced challenges with U.S. mortgage lenders and fell in love with a property in Lago d'Iseo. Despite delays and increased renovation costs, they are committed to transforming their Italian home, finding joy in the process and the connection to its history.

politics2 years ago

Chileans Reject Proposed Conservative Constitution, Paving Way for Reform Efforts

Chileans living abroad, including in Utah, participated in the nation's plebiscite on a proposed new constitution. The current constitution, drafted during the regime of former dictator Augusto Pinochet, has been a subject of intense debate since 2019 protests. Last year, a left-leaning proposed constitution was rejected, and the new proposal, drafted by right-leaning officials, was also headed towards defeat. Despite being far from Chile, expatriates felt it was their civic duty to vote and expressed concerns about crime, immigration, stability, environmental protection, and abortion rights. Over 127,000 Chileans living outside the country were eligible to vote, with Sandy being one of the remote voting sites in the United States.