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After losing a high-paying job in the Pacific Northwest, Jed Vaughn finally found the motivation he needed to take the plunge and go freelance. Now, he's living it up on a small island in Mazatlán, Mexico, with a house on the beach.
One of the main benefits of living in Colombia is the low cost of living. And what’s more, it’s a low cost of living in a country that offers many of the first-world amenities and infrastructure that you’d expect in a much more expensive location.
Peru is one of the least expensive countries to live in South America. You can cover your basic expenses for $2,000 per month or less in most areas other than in Lima. Living in the capital costs you a bit more for the same quality of life as you would experience in outlying areas.
U.S. expat Paul swapped his stressful life back home for one of beautiful weather and low costs on the Brazilian coast.
Portugal offers arguably the lowest cost of living in Western Europe. Just about everything, from accommodation to groceries, is affordable. Including rent, a couple can live comfortably in Portugal’s interior, or in small cities, from about $1,700 a month.
Canadian expat Christine switched to a plant-based diet for health reasons, and she finds that it doesn’t impact her enjoyment of life in Lakeside, around Mexico’s Lake Chapala, one bit.
Mexico is a welcoming and friendly haven for retirees and others from the U.S and beyond.
Bob has had plenty of experience with the healthcare system in Costa Rica, and he’s found it to be not only much more affordable than back home, but of great quality too.
Quality healthcare is readily available throughout Uruguay. As a resident, you are eligible to participate in the national healthcare system (which includes a network of free clinics), as well as higher-end private hospital associations.