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In the United States, single-family home owners pay an average of $3,296 in property taxes a year. In some states—like New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Texas, Virginia, Connecticut, and California—the average is $7,000 a year.
Our Biggest and Best Look at Mexico Ever! Few places are as full of life, as colorful, magical, and as affordable…as Mexico—where you can enjoy a rich retirement on a low budget of $1,800 a month or less With International Living’s Fast Track Mexico Recordings Package, you’ll discover dozens of the country’s best destinations—beaches, highlands, colonial cities, resort Read more...: 2018 Fast Track Mexico Recordings Package
In the Right Spots Overseas, as Little as $1,485 a Month Can Bankroll a Good Life… Which Means You Can Retire Comfortably on a Social Security Check Alone Let us pinpoint for you the communities that would suit you best and hand you a personalized blueprint for getting there. Dear International Living Reader, Retire sooner. Read more...: 2017 Retire Overseas Bootcamp Recordings Package
Living on an island conjures up images of white sandy beaches, sparkling blue water and no rush hour traffic.We all dream of one day retiring to a tropical paradise, buying a second home in a quaint beach town where its summer all year round...
Bonnie Hayman – IL Nicaragua Correspondent Hi David, There are SO many great reasons to move overseas that it is impossible to list them all. I chose Nicaragua 8 years ago and I’ll never leave! Here are some reasons why: I’m so much happier here. I’m a middle class gal from the states who Read more...: “What are the best reasons to retire overseas?”
Mention the word “Caribbean” and most people think of places like Aruba, the Turks and Caicos, the Bahamas, and other tourist-rich dollops of sand. The region conjures well-deserved images of crystal-clear waters and white-sand beaches. And there’s no question: If you like sun and sand, these islands are great for a vacation. But move there? Most folks assume it’s just too expensive and don’t give it another thought.
“One man’s crisis is another man’s opportunity,” says real estate expert and International Living contributor, Ronan McMahon. “At least, that is the case in two of three beach towns I’m watching closely for 2018, with an eye to potential profits.”
When you move overseas, there are few better ways to integrate into your community than through volunteering. Volunteering is an ideal way to meet new people. You’ll meet the locals and other expats, giving you plenty of chances to expand your circle of friends.
If you’re of retirement age and you’ve decided to retire overseas, lucky you. And smart you. Not only are you about to embark on an adventure of a lifetime, but you’ve likely made a very wise decision. Because almost anywhere you might settle will surely cost less than living in the U.S. these days...
Bonnie Hayman – IL Nicaragua Correspondent Hi Sarah, The answer to your question is a resounding yes! I moved to Nicaragua 8 and a half years ago alone, without knowing anyone here and it’s the best decision I’ve made in my life! I don’t have to worry about money anymore because it’s so economical to Read more...: Can a single woman safely retire overseas on $1200 a month?