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@audreycenteno2445 5 сағат бұрын
All of them.. 😊 thank you
@SeekingParadiseBugs 3 сағат бұрын
Thanks for watching and happy holidays!
@chapter3travels5 18 сағат бұрын
I really like the plethora of truly handmade objects. A lot of what we see here feels more mass produced. These markets are the real deal and it shows. And OMG, the food! Wow! Glad you guys had such a great time!
@SeekingParadiseBugs 3 сағат бұрын
The delicious food, gluhwein, fun Christmas decor and the beautiful artisan crafts will definitely put you in the Christmas spirit!
@debradiedwardo6683 23 сағат бұрын
Oooh I want to eat fondue in the ski gondola!!!! 🚠 ❤ wonderfully shot and edited! Feels like you’re there when you watch!
@SeekingParadiseBugs 19 сағат бұрын
Don't they look like so much fun to have fondue in?!! 🚡 Many thanks for the appreciation!! 😍
@youjacq Күн бұрын
What a great experience guys. I would be fat and very happy after all those yummy goodies. Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 ❤
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 сағат бұрын
We always have more we want to try and not enough room left in our tummies! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!
@JannyHaak Күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Happy Holidays! 🎄
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 сағат бұрын
Happy Holidays! 🤩
@VL1975 Күн бұрын
Better watch out for the Muslims! Stay safe!
@anchorwmn24 5 күн бұрын
What a great video! Thank you. ❤
@SeekingParadiseBugs 5 күн бұрын
thank you so much. Hard subject to explain but glad it's worked out for many 😊
@sarasmile184 6 күн бұрын
I'm new to your channel.. I know I could be happy in many different places but taxes are a factor in my budget so thanks for including taxes in your assessments. I wonder if that is what is keeping you from moving immediately to Spain since its warmer and drier there. Thx for the detailed, informative videos for those of us serious about leaving the US. (I'm most interested in Spain because I struggle with learning other languages.)
@SeekingParadiseBugs 5 күн бұрын
Welcome! We're glad you found our channel. Taxes are one of the reasons we didn't move to Spain right away. We were able to get the NHR tax regime in Portugal and we are able to obtain citizenship in 5 years instead of 10 in order to have a European passport. We would love to stay in Portugal and may do so part time but we definitely do not want to stay year round due to the humid winters. We also love Spain and know we will be living there at least part-time as well in the future.
@Juanfernandez-sm8jl 6 күн бұрын
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍Fuengirola is the best city in Costa del Sol!! for me!
@donkraus1991 7 күн бұрын
Electic cars? Also high speed train connection?
@SeekingParadiseBugs 6 күн бұрын
We saw several electric cars in Estepona and charging stations in the parking lots. Unfortunately, the train line doesn't extend to Estepona yet.
@robnewman6101 7 күн бұрын
God Bless King Felipe VI of Spain.
@robnewman6101 7 күн бұрын
Beloved Kingdom of Spain. ♥️👑🇪🇦🤴🏰💎🌄🌅🏖🕶🍨
@sarasmile184 8 күн бұрын
Are income taxes (like from US Social Security) taxed differently/separately than wealth tax? Or are they combined and then taxed?
@SeekingParadiseBugs 6 күн бұрын
Income tax is separate from wealth tax. If you do not meet the minimum net worth for wealth tax in the region you live then you do not even have to worry about wealth tax.
@bobtreiber8556 9 күн бұрын
Great info, thanks.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 9 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@SunilKotian 12 күн бұрын
Hey Guys! As always lovely to see you both share your amazing insights! We trust to see you soon :)
@SeekingParadiseBugs 12 күн бұрын
Thanks so much! Hope you've found a place!! 😊
@jhm2732 13 күн бұрын
Estepona, a place where everyone except the actual people from Estepona can afford living xd
@rochellek5327 14 күн бұрын
Another beautiful video and I love how you two are not afraid to jump into a car and drive😊
@SeekingParadiseBugs 14 күн бұрын
thanks again Rochelle! the roads are wonderful in Europe and easy to drive. 🤗
@ReneDekker-mm7sl 16 күн бұрын
Nice video! Im like el palo close to malaga
@SeekingParadiseBugs 16 күн бұрын
thank you. We will be scouting that area and Rincon de la Victoria in our next year's travels.
@daveed4475 18 күн бұрын
25% seems like too many foreigners for me.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 18 күн бұрын
we were surprised too, one of those towns that flies under the radar and next thing you know it's packed
@observer8736 20 күн бұрын
This is for people who wish to move to Spain. You might get bored there easily. Something seems missing in Europe.
@observer8736 20 күн бұрын
Estepona became more expensive these days. Too many expats 😊 overcrowded.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 20 күн бұрын
The real estate prices are definitely rising. Expats from around the world love the entire Costa del Sol.
@anaborges616 3 күн бұрын
Too many expats 😠
@Boris_Greca 20 күн бұрын
US resident lived in spain 2019-2022, filing US and Spain resident taxes. paid $3000 spain income tax in 2019. in 2023 they are informed they owe another $20,000 in spain taxes on US IRA distribution . in 2024 lives all year US.. can they take the $20,000 spain tax paid as a foreign tax credit on their 2024 1040?
@SeekingParadiseBugs 20 күн бұрын
That is a great question for a US tax accountant as we are not professionals. Due to the double taxation agreement, we believe you can adjust your US taxes. You may have to file an amended return or returns for the appropriate year(s) though.
@shinyshinythings 20 күн бұрын
Hi! Fun update. Re drivers’ licenses, that’s a great tip about exchanging from a U.S. license to Portuguese. It’s not so simple everywhere. BTW in Spain you can take the written exam in English, and even the driving exam. But the English can be odd, and answers don’t always make sense. Whether in English or Spanish you just pretty much have to memorize the correct answers. Also: Depending on your state, France may let you exchange your license for a French one if you have a French residency visa. Happy trails! Looking forward to your 2025 videos.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 20 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for watching...you know why we're still cassting about for a place now. 😊 Great tip about the drivers license for Spain and France too!!
@shinyshinythings 21 күн бұрын
I thought you’d settled in Portugal? Are you still casting about for a place to call home?
@SeekingParadiseBugs 20 күн бұрын
We'll still be in Portugal for a while but are continuing our search for our forever home. Most likely we will end up spending time in 2 different countries.
@mikaelcarino7749 21 күн бұрын
Pls also say thats is cheap for you, but expensive for us portuguese ppl, if you come contribute, students are quiting stuydys because of rich ppl that come from the states and buy apparments like is notthing, think about the locals not onlty about you
@SeekingParadiseBugs 20 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing your perspective. You're right that what feels affordable to some can be expensive for others and we're aware this is an ever growing issue in many cities worldwide. We respect challenges faced by local communities and always aim to encourage responsible and mindful practices no matter if living in a city or just visiting. We really appreciate you reminding us how important this conversation is!
@stephaniec.2520 22 күн бұрын
Extremely informative. Thank you for all the factual data. Sorry if name icon comes up 2x. Some sort of computer glitch.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 21 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching! ☺️
@mari22 23 күн бұрын
Just found your channel, and love it even more, because of this vid ❤️ Well done, guys 👍
@SeekingParadiseBugs 22 күн бұрын
Thanks and welcome! We are happy you found us!! 😊
@RodFiorito 23 күн бұрын
Great information. Thank you! I am a former government employee with a government pension living in Spain. Currently I do not pay Spanish taxes on my pension. However, if I were to become a Spanish citizen, would I then have to start paying Spanish taxes on my govt pension although I would still be a US citizen?
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 күн бұрын
Thanks! We do believe you would have to start paying Spanish taxes on your government pension if you became a Spanish citizen. We always suggest speaking with a professional like Pro Spain consulting for legal and tax advice to confirm.
@ElimanGibba 24 күн бұрын
Beautiful & educational. I have a different feeling about domestication including humans . Very well made work
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 күн бұрын
Thank you for your kind words!
@gmar4619 24 күн бұрын
Thank you for the update for future videos. Would love more content on life in Lisbon for doggies.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 күн бұрын
Great idea! We will absolutely put a video together about this!!
@jeetbabrah3381 25 күн бұрын
The quality of your videos are amazing!! Very informative you guys cover all angles of the city you visit, which is something i really appreciate.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 24 күн бұрын
thank you so much! we enjoy sharing information and help you decide where your paradise is 😊
@barryoneill-ec9zz 26 күн бұрын
Estapona is not cheap, I lived there for over a year, Property is very expensive, forget renting, No such thing in Estapona, And living costs there arent cheap either, Apain in general is getting more and more expensive now, as far as the days of spain being a cheap place to rerire, Those days are gone.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience! Cost of living is definitely relative to where you're moving from and your lifestyle. Estepona, like many popular spots in Spain, has seen prices rise in recent years, especially for property. While it may not be as budget-friendly as it once was, it can still offer great value compared to other parts of Europe or even major cities in the US.
@bcool9272 26 күн бұрын
Not expats, just plain immigrants.
@Toaster-v1z 26 күн бұрын
Wow, that's a lot of tax.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 күн бұрын
Yes, many European countries have higher tax rates than the USA, however, in the USA you pay more for healthcare, education, childcare, property taxes, etc.
@Toaster-v1z 23 күн бұрын
@SeekingParadiseBugs Absolutely. I'm not saying it's not worth it. I was just surprised at the rate for the lowest bracket. It gives you more freedom because you aren't locked into a job just to get healthcare.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 күн бұрын
@@Toaster-v1z We were surprised too and it is one of the reasons why we wanted to share this video. It is so important to understand before you make a big move!
@Theobroma-p3n 26 күн бұрын
What neighborhood do you live in, and which ones do you recommend?
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 күн бұрын
We live in Ajuda which is North of Belem. Some of the neighborhoods we recommend are Campo de Ourique, Saldanha, Parque das Naçoes, Odivelas and Benfica.
@scubaje 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for the very informative video. Can a Spanish citizen who lives in Spain less than 183 days a year and whose income is derived entirely from the United States and Canada be considered as a non tax resident? What about social benefits like medical for example? Would that Spanish citizen non tax resident be eligible to receive those benefits?
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching! It is our understanding that as long as you live in Spain less than 183 days a year you are not considered a tax resident. There are caveats that we listed like if your family lives there full time, etc. We are not sure about social benefits if you are a Spanish citizen but not a tax resident. A great question for Pro Spain Consulting if you are thinking of making the move.
@lourdesgoldberg5096 27 күн бұрын
Love all your videos! We live in Germany but will be moving to Spain in March. We did a lot of research between Costa del Sol and Costa Blanca. After many trips we ended up in Elche and LOVED it! Close to Alicante airport, close to beaches, close to amenities and best of all easy transportation with the train service. Good luck in your journey to finding your dream destination. 🥰
@SeekingParadiseBugs 26 күн бұрын
Thanks so much!! Congratulations on your move and decision on Elche. We really appreciate you letting us know and will add the area to our list. ☺️
@thepeacefulpack 27 күн бұрын
Another great video, thank YOU! btw...if you two would like to come and stay in Obidos for a few days...explore the area, enjoy the festivities at the castle and just experience living in a modern town next to a walled medieval city, let me know...I don't think I have a video of town, only it's very cute with an exceptional location.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 26 күн бұрын
Thanks so much!! We've actually been to Obidos walled city a couple of times. One time was for the chocolate fest. 😋 We will make it back at some point to explore the surrounding area too! Are you living there?
@thepeacefulpack 26 күн бұрын
@@SeekingParadiseBugs yes, we moved to Portugal in 2021 as well...and because of all our animals we needed to purchase asap and Obidos was where we chose.
@healthitguy 27 күн бұрын
Your logo is perfect! Thanks for the update and glad Lisbon is still working out for you both. I get the weather can be a challenge at times. Looking forward to your video plans!
@SeekingParadiseBugs 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for noticing our new logo!! 🥰
@marcia41972 27 күн бұрын
That's nice! I'm curious. Did you guys have to apply for a visa to immigrate to Portugal? Did you speak Portuguese fluently before immigrating to Portugal?
@SeekingParadiseBugs 26 күн бұрын
Thank you!! Yes, w applied for a d7 visa to immigrate. No we did not speak fluent Portuguese and are still struggling which is why we are taking the intensive Portuguese class starting in January.
@ourtravellifevideos6885 27 күн бұрын
You guys are living my dreams.. we are from Cali and we just had an 11 days vacation in Spain. But my first love is Portugal- we were there 2 years ago scouting. I’m still torn between the two where to go in retirement. Considering slow travel first🩵🩵
@SeekingParadiseBugs 26 күн бұрын
You can't go wrong with either country! Slow travel first sounds great! Enjoy and thanks for watching!!
@ahjacobs1967 27 күн бұрын
Love your videos! We retired in April this year and are traveling full time so really appreciate seeing where you’ve visited and always love seeing the pups!
@SeekingParadiseBugs 27 күн бұрын
Congratulations on retirement!! We would probably travel full time too if it weren't for the fur babies. We wouldn't give them up for the world though. Enjoy your travels and please let us know any places you come across that we should visit!
@treza007 27 күн бұрын
Just another couple using Portugal and contributing towards the bottleneck in the immigration system only to get a EU passport and leave! Congratulations
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 күн бұрын
We are looking for our forever home, thus the reason why we moved to Mexico and then Portugal. We love Portugal but unfortunately, the humid winters are difficult for Dianne's asthma. Therefore, we do not plan on staying full time. We are here contributing now and will continue to do so. When we obtain a Portuguese passport it will make it easier to live anywhere we want in Europe and part of that time may be in Portugal.
@Ferg2001 28 күн бұрын
It's pretty interesting video. Can't wait for new ones.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 27 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@JORDYRASTELLI 28 күн бұрын
Excellent video guys! I live through these videos until our time to move comes. 😊
@SeekingParadiseBugs 28 күн бұрын
thanks buddy! We're working on our Granada video, you will love living there 🤙🏽
@Bangle1008 28 күн бұрын
How extensive are the drought and floods in Spain?
@gios7752 28 күн бұрын
The droughts have been an ongoing issue for Spain for several years. The latest floods have been one of a lifetime type of events but with climate change… it will happen more often. Sadly the local government handled the situation in Valencia region poorly.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 27 күн бұрын
Yes, the droughts have definitely been an ongoing issue for several years now. Marbella has a desalination plant and others are being constructed to help out.
@tatianaakoev4068 28 күн бұрын
What do you think about taxes in Spain for US expats? Looks like it is very high. There is what I see: Roth IRA or Roth 401k, are not treated as pensions, and both would be taxed through the wealth tax, and also taxed under the income tax once you make withdrawals. Also for an income of €100,000 in Spain, your estimated total tax liability would be around €55,889.50 (state + regional taxes). For the family : Filing Individually: €55,889.50 (net income of €44,110.50)Filing Jointly: €48,371 (net income of €51,629)
@gios7752 28 күн бұрын
Correct. Taxes are higher in Spain. Portugal has NHR worth looking into. Regardless, be prepared to pay more taxes in Europe. The treaties are to avoid double taxation. You still have to pay your share to your country of residence.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 27 күн бұрын
The taxes in Spain are higher than in the USA. If you haven't watched our Spanish Taxes for Expats video, it is very comprehensive. The new NHR in Portugal is not the same as when we applied and many people will not be eligible.
@tatianaakoev4068 27 күн бұрын
Italy looks the same high taxes, except for the small South part towns with 7% taxes . Love you videos. Thank you very much. I really appreciate. I'm looking forward to watch your videos again
@diannerastelli3829 26 күн бұрын
@@tatianaakoev4068Thanks for watching and yes, taxes are high in most European countries but you don't have the crazy high health insurance and property taxes that you have in the USA.
@shinyshinythings 20 күн бұрын
Keep in mind the wealth tax varies between regions. Some have a high minimum asset level and some have no wealth tax. (The “solidarity tax” is different, and hopefully temporary.)
@loreelattik1 28 күн бұрын
Hi Dianne! Hi Guillermo! Obrigada!
@SeekingParadiseBugs 27 күн бұрын
Hi Loree! Thanks for watching!! 😍
@jjoel609 28 күн бұрын
Great video about what's going on with you guys! I loved Alicante and the surrounding area like Frigliana and Nerja! Have you considered moving to the Algarve, or is it just as cold and humid on your sinuses? I loved that area of Portugal over Lisbon, but I love warm weather, so the warmer the better! Lol keep up the good work!
@SeekingParadiseBugs 27 күн бұрын
Great to hear you like the Alicante area. We have had a number of people tell us that we have to check it out and we are excited to go! We haven't spent a lot of time in the Algarve as it just doesn't call to us the way it does to a lot of people. It is cold and humid there in the winter too. Thanks so much for watching!!
@bcool9272 26 күн бұрын
@@SeekingParadiseBugs don't slander the weather in the Algarve.
@SeekingParadiseBugs 23 күн бұрын
@@bcool9272 We don't mean to slander the weather in the Algarve. Loads of people love it and it is definitely beautiful there. We just prefer a bit warmer weather in the winter and less humidity.
@bcool9272 23 күн бұрын
@SeekingParadiseBugs I just find it difficult to find a warmer place in the winter in Europe.
@chapter3travels5 28 күн бұрын
If you want me to start picking fights with people in your comments section to juice the algorithm, just say the word...
@SeekingParadiseBugs 27 күн бұрын
😂😂
@sarasmile184 6 күн бұрын
Oh my! It never occurred to me that that was a thing!