Do you really think you could retire overseas?
Looking to stretch that strong dollar even further? The answer for some Canadians is moving to a country with a lower cost of living.
Some 3 million of us live abroad, not counting military and
embassy folks. And while many of these are naturalized Canadians returning to
their first home, some are retirees looking for a new life.
Could you be one of them?
Tax laws, medical care and security may not seem that important when you're dreaming of gentle tropical breezes but they quickly become a preoccupation once you’ve made the decision.
Still, those who have made the move will quickly tell you to jump on the next plane. And why not?
In many places around the world, you can enjoy a wonderful high-quality lifestyle for a fraction of what it costs at home. A week’s worth of groceries or even full-time household help can be yours for pennies on the dollar. And housing can cost you 50-75% less than it might here in Canada, although the medical bills will likely be higher.
But that's never the whole story, of course. For those, check out these forums. Or these personal stories.
If you're thinking of making the move overseas, ask yourself the following, say the editors at International Living:
- Do you thrive on change?
- Are you comfortable in new situations and with making new friends?
- Are you okay with not living close to family?
- Can you speak (or learn) a new language?
- Are you intrigued by foreign cultures and customs?
- Are you single, or if not, is your spouse or partner amenable to moving overseas?
- Are you looking for a way to improve your quality of life while spending less money?
Too much trouble at this stage? Try this short quiz instead.
Could you see yourself retiring somewhere other than Canada? If so, where? Or have you already left?
By Gordon Powers, MSN Money
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Posted by: SP | Nov 7, 2021 11:13:32 PM
Funny how the short article doesn't mention healthcare at all.
One might think that would be important to someone reaching their later years.
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Then there's the whole political stability issue. Two years ago Egypt would have looked like a lovely place to retire to. I'm not sure that at this point I'd want to be regarded as "that rich American" who's hiding behind a Canadian flag if their economy doesn't improve.
But hey.
I've live abroad too and... It's an 'adventure' !
Posted by: SB | Nov 9, 2021 1:58:28 PM
Probably Turks & Caicos. Stable gov. Old British Colony. Using American $... SB