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So sweet. 😊
January 22, 2025 at 4:00 AM
So sweet. 😊
Well now I know y’all are cool. Y’all have a Boston Terrier. 😀
January 21, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Well now I know y’all are cool. Y’all have a Boston Terrier. 😀
You have some great photos. I think this one is my favorite so far.
January 21, 2025 at 12:11 PM
You have some great photos. I think this one is my favorite so far.
I’ve considered New Zealand but felt there wasn’t a visa program that fit our situation (I.e. the retirement visa was too expensive). Australia might be nice and I haven’t looked into their programs.
January 21, 2025 at 12:08 PM
I’ve considered New Zealand but felt there wasn’t a visa program that fit our situation (I.e. the retirement visa was too expensive). Australia might be nice and I haven’t looked into their programs.
Portugal is on our list! So I may reach out with questions and advice if you don’t mind.
January 21, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Portugal is on our list! So I may reach out with questions and advice if you don’t mind.
That’s a good idea. I’ve taken a break from researching and posting over the holidays but am starting to look again and will include that.
January 21, 2025 at 12:02 PM
That’s a good idea. I’ve taken a break from researching and posting over the holidays but am starting to look again and will include that.
Absolutely amazing song and performance. There is no category to put him in.
January 12, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Absolutely amazing song and performance. There is no category to put him in.
What makes it nice is the chalk outline.
December 16, 2024 at 1:44 PM
What makes it nice is the chalk outline.
…study but will be required to register for the Irish residence permit. For healthcare, private insurance is required for non EU immigrants so more research will be needed into that cost. (3/3) #expat #LivingAbroad #Retirement
December 8, 2024 at 2:54 PM
…study but will be required to register for the Irish residence permit. For healthcare, private insurance is required for non EU immigrants so more research will be needed into that cost. (3/3) #expat #LivingAbroad #Retirement
…better than in the US at more than double the time off at 26 weeks. I did find that more work is needed on workplace harassment and pay disparity but that's probably true just about everywhere. Students who are US citizens will not require a visa to enter or (2/?) #expat #LivingAbroad #retirement
December 8, 2024 at 2:47 PM
…better than in the US at more than double the time off at 26 weeks. I did find that more work is needed on workplace harassment and pay disparity but that's probably true just about everywhere. Students who are US citizens will not require a visa to enter or (2/?) #expat #LivingAbroad #retirement
● Religious make up
● mosquitos - my wife hates mosquitos and since Central America is in the running this one is important to her.
What have we left off the list? What am I not thinking about that I should be?
(4/4) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
● mosquitos - my wife hates mosquitos and since Central America is in the running this one is important to her.
What have we left off the list? What am I not thinking about that I should be?
(4/4) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
December 5, 2024 at 2:58 PM
● Religious make up
● mosquitos - my wife hates mosquitos and since Central America is in the running this one is important to her.
What have we left off the list? What am I not thinking about that I should be?
(4/4) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
● mosquitos - my wife hates mosquitos and since Central America is in the running this one is important to her.
What have we left off the list? What am I not thinking about that I should be?
(4/4) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
● Food - really want to get away from the processed stuff & chemicals here in the US
● Internet & cell service - we're techies at heart. gotta stay connected
● Costs to travel back to US
● Climate change impacts to region
● What kind of expat community is there
(3/?) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
● Internet & cell service - we're techies at heart. gotta stay connected
● Costs to travel back to US
● Climate change impacts to region
● What kind of expat community is there
(3/?) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
December 5, 2024 at 2:56 PM
● Food - really want to get away from the processed stuff & chemicals here in the US
● Internet & cell service - we're techies at heart. gotta stay connected
● Costs to travel back to US
● Climate change impacts to region
● What kind of expat community is there
(3/?) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
● Internet & cell service - we're techies at heart. gotta stay connected
● Costs to travel back to US
● Climate change impacts to region
● What kind of expat community is there
(3/?) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
● Visa program - how easy to get in
● Cost of Living compared to US
● LGBT & Women's rights - how progressive is the country
● Education & Work opportunities - could our kids move there?
● Healthcare system - we're getting old...so
● Safety and Gov't stability
(2/?) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
● Cost of Living compared to US
● LGBT & Women's rights - how progressive is the country
● Education & Work opportunities - could our kids move there?
● Healthcare system - we're getting old...so
● Safety and Gov't stability
(2/?) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
December 5, 2024 at 2:50 PM
● Visa program - how easy to get in
● Cost of Living compared to US
● LGBT & Women's rights - how progressive is the country
● Education & Work opportunities - could our kids move there?
● Healthcare system - we're getting old...so
● Safety and Gov't stability
(2/?) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
● Cost of Living compared to US
● LGBT & Women's rights - how progressive is the country
● Education & Work opportunities - could our kids move there?
● Healthcare system - we're getting old...so
● Safety and Gov't stability
(2/?) #Expat #Retirement #LivingAbroad
Thanks. I'll take a look at it.
December 4, 2024 at 5:45 PM
Thanks. I'll take a look at it.
What industry are y'all in? One thing my wife and I have talked about is whether or not to try to work in a different country before I actually retire. (I'm an accountant)
December 4, 2024 at 4:52 PM
What industry are y'all in? One thing my wife and I have talked about is whether or not to try to work in a different country before I actually retire. (I'm an accountant)
That's good to know and something I would not have even considered prior to coming to Ireland. 👍
December 4, 2024 at 4:26 PM
That's good to know and something I would not have even considered prior to coming to Ireland. 👍
I recon it depends on the lifestyle you want. I feel like for most Americans that haven't saved for retirement, this would be a high bar. Social Security would likely be in the neighborhood of 38,000 euros for a couple. For the retirement I'm planning for this would be doable.
December 4, 2024 at 4:24 PM
I recon it depends on the lifestyle you want. I feel like for most Americans that haven't saved for retirement, this would be a high bar. Social Security would likely be in the neighborhood of 38,000 euros for a couple. For the retirement I'm planning for this would be doable.
On that note...it's about $1,200 for round trip tickets for 2 adults.
December 4, 2024 at 4:16 PM
On that note...it's about $1,200 for round trip tickets for 2 adults.
I've never had any interest in private schools. We live in a medium sized town and the public schools are great. I have known some wealthy people that do have their kids in religious private schools and that price sounds about right.
December 4, 2024 at 4:11 PM
I've never had any interest in private schools. We live in a medium sized town and the public schools are great. I have known some wealthy people that do have their kids in religious private schools and that price sounds about right.
Cost of living is pretty close to that of the US also, but standard of living is also pretty close and as I'm looking that seems to be the trade off. Numbeo has a great comparison tool that you should check out if you are doing this for yourself. #LivingAbroad #Expat #Retirement
Cost of Living Comparison Between Two Countries
www.numbeo.com
December 4, 2024 at 2:36 PM
Cost of living is pretty close to that of the US also, but standard of living is also pretty close and as I'm looking that seems to be the trade off. Numbeo has a great comparison tool that you should check out if you are doing this for yourself. #LivingAbroad #Expat #Retirement