Best Countries to Retire on a Small Pension or Social Security

Today, the typical social security benefit is about $1,827 per month, with the maximum at $3,627 per month. Considering the average cost of living for an American is between $2,500 and $3,500 per month on the low end, your social security benefits alone likely won’t get you very far in retirement. However, more and more Americans are choosing to retire abroad and take advantage of the low cost of living offered by certain countries. But as you can imagine, retiring abroad is no small feat - and finding the best countries to retire in can be even harder. So today on Across the Globe we’re going to look at the best countries to retire on a small pension or social security.
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[@Greggsberdard]

It's worrying that big financial firms could own 40% or more of homes, squeezing out the middle class. Most folks should hold onto their homes if they can. I'm thinking of buying cheap houses in 2024 and maybe trying stocks too. When's the best time for stocks? Some say it's profitable, others say it's risky. Any advice?

[@VictorBiggerstaff]

Accurate asset allocation is crucial. Some use hedging or defensive assets in their portfolio for market downturns. Seeking financial advice is vital. This approach has kept me financially secure for over five years, with a return on investment of nearly $1 million.

[@crystalcassandra5597]

Mind if I ask you to recommend this particular coach you using their service?

[@VictorBiggerstaff]

Sharon Lee Peoples is the licensed advisor I use. Just search the name. You’d find necessary details to work with to set up an appointment.

[@lolitashaniel2342]

I searched for her name on the internet, found her page, and reached out via email to schedule a conversation. Thank you.

[@dianesullivan5338]

Retirees who find it hard to meet their basic needs are the ones who could not accumulate enough savings during their active years. Retirement choices determine a lot of things. My parents both spent same years in the civil service, but my mom was investing through a asset manager, and my dad through the 401k. My mom retired with about ‘4.2M’, but my dad retired with roughly '$1.8M’.

[@HildaBennet]

I believe it's particularly challenging for retirees and those close to retirement. All those years of labor only to lose it all to a problem you weren't responsible for, my regrets to everyone retiring during this time.

[@FinnBraylon]

It depends on your preferences and comfort level. However, a great option is to keep things simple and consult an asset manager. They can help you determine your risk appetite, avoid common mistakes, and provide a broader perspective on your investment landscape. I have about ($1.25m) in non-retirement assets. Compared to the whole value of my portfolio during the last three years, I have no debt and a very little in retirement accounts. To be completely honest, the information provided by managers can only be ignored but not neglected. Simply undertake research to choose a trustworthy one.

[@PennyBergeron-os4ch]

Impressive can you share more info?

[@FinnBraylon]

Go with Sonya lee Mitchell. She is the licensed manager I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment.

[@PennyBergeron-os4ch]

I searched for her name on the internet, found her page, and reached out via email to schedule a conversation. Thank you.

[@iorguemaxwell]

The American dream: living outside the United States.

[@Galen_G]

Escaping is more like it.

[@iorguemaxwell]

@@Galen_G The grass always looks greener on the other side. Sometimes it is...

[@original.intent.bitcoin]

😂 as true but 😠

[@domenicv7962]

@@iorguemaxwell nowhere to run nowhere to hide.....S is gonna hit the F everywhere

[@lizlou7601]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@KentBrono33]

My initial vision for retirement involved stepping back from full-time work at the age of 62, transitioning into part-time employment, and diligently saving money for the golden years ahead. Unfortunately, this well-laid plan has encountered unexpected challenges due to the soaring costs of living. The current economic landscape has cast a shadow over my retirement aspirations, prompting me to ponder whether those who weathered the 2008 financial crisis faced less formidable hurdles than I currently confront..............

[@LucaFederico222]

The pervasive inflationary pressures have disrupted my financial equilibrium, leaving me grappling with uncertainties about the adequacy of my retirement nest egg. The stock market's volatility has become a source of apprehension, as my income has dwindled, making it increasingly difficult to maintain the savings trajectory I had envisioned. The disheartening reality is that my ability to contribute meaningfully to my retirement fund has been hampered by these unforeseen economic challenges.............

[@LucaAlaxxi]

I completely understand the impact of choler wisdom on personal finance-it's transformative. While I've found success in investing, especially with the guidance of my advisor, Jenny Pamogas Canaya, I still appreciate the solid foundation choler provides. His principles align with the core values of financial discipline. It's inspiring to see how various approaches, like choler and strategic investment planning with Jenny's expertise, can complement each other.........

[@LucaFederico222]

You mention your advisor & that caught my attention. I'm eager to learn more and potentially seek her guidance. Could you share how I can get in touch with her?.........

[@LucaAlaxxi]

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[@LucaFederico222]

Okay, thanks i found her web page................

[@AnastasiaIvan-hs3vg]

The problem we have is because Most people always taught that " you only need a good job to become rich " . These billionaires are operating on a whole other playbook that many don't even know exists.

[@LucyAkira371]

Money invested is far better than money saved , when you invest it gives you the opportunity to increase your financial worth.

[@MaryBegay350]

" It is remarkable how much long term advantage people like us have gotten by trying to be consistently not stupid , instead of trying to be very intelligent."

[@IsabellaJulialove]

The wisest thing that should be on everyone mind currently should be to invest in different streams of income that doesn't depend on government paycheck, especially with the current economic crisis around the world. This is still a time to invest in Stocks, Forex and Digital currencies.

[@BrooklynHarlow21]

I also keep seeing lot's of people testifying about how they make money investing in Stock, Forex and Crypto Trade(Bitcoin) and I wonder why I keep loosing. Can anyone help me out or at least advice me on what to do.

[@RonaldBrian243]

Even with the right technique and assets some investors would still make more than others. As an investor, you should've known that by now that nothing beats experience and that's final. Personally I had to reach out to a stock expert for guidance which is how I was able to grow my account close to $35k, withdraw my profit right before the correction and now I'm buying again.

[@marilynhartwell8277]

Personally I have retired for the last 5 years in Guatemala and spend about $1000/month, including rent of $333 for a 2 bedroom house. I think Mexico is also a good option if you only have Social Security. I'm honestly much happier here than in the US, although I miss my grandkids.

[@BlessedLife291]

I just came from Guatemala and loved it! Which part do you reside in?

[@marilynhartwell8277]

Hi. I live in Peten, in a town called El Remate. It's about 30 km from Tikal. If you visited Tikal you went through it. I've been here since 2018. I really feel grateful to be here. It's hot here in the summer, but I have AC. The people are wonderful.@@BlessedLife291

[@rosemariemaccardle406]

Hello there my name is Rose and I'm writing to you from the state of Rhode Island in the US! I would love to chat with you sometime if you have the time and hear more about your journey many thanks and best wishes for a wonderful new year!

[@montyloads]

Hi does $1000 include health insurance

[@marilynhartwell8277]

No. I pay out of pocket for health care. I do pay for Medicare part B, but I didn't count that because it's taken out of SS before I get SS so I don't see it in my income.

[@RobertAshmead-bg2lw]

I'm living in the Philippines my condo cost 228 dollars a month everyone speaks English they have first word health care I am a 42 year old disabled veteran

[@sandytherry8647]

Which part of the Phillipines do you live in?

[@RobertAshmead-bg2lw]

@@sandytherry8647 cebu

[@KingOFuh]

Sounds great. Filipino women seem nice, too.

[@keith-kb1zl]

and another great thing about the Philippines is there’s no shortage of women willing to be live in caregivers for as little as 100$ a month they will cook, clean, do laundry, run errands,shop for you , in the states you would pay 3-4,000 dollars a month for assisted living

[@ioanlozneanu5886]

Where in Philippines ?

[@nala3038]

Over the last 20 years, I have spent most of that time living abroad. Americans who have NEVER left the United States have no idea what the rest of the world is like. The USA doesn't even rank in the top 10 places to live, The USA doesn't rank in the top 10 safest countries. The USA doesn't rank in the top 10 healthiest countries. MOST citizens around the globe would choose to live anywhere BUT the USA. This world has a lot of nice places to live in. Life goes quickly. Enjoy while you can.

[@whereisgregnow5989]

I agree with everything you said 100 percent

[@nala3038]

@@whereisgregnow5989 thank you

[@orlymarq6238]

Amen

[@piotr5338]

I am Polish. For 2 thousand dollars you can live with dignity for two people. A beautiful country, with smiling and happy people. One of the safest countries in the world With wildlife and infrastructure from the 21st century. All young people and many med age people speak English .What else you need to be happy Healthe care system we call bad but compare to Usa is briallent . Ps Greece is no longer a good place. The large number of emigrants and the bleak future disqualify this country. The same with Spain, Italy and France. The poor emigration policy and American wars in Afghanistan, Syria, Yemen and many others resulted in emigration and crime. Poles closed the borders against these criminals and we have a safe country. We accept 20,000 legal refugees from Africa every year who want to work and study. The streets in Poland are also colorful. Only honest people of color and Asians. Let us show what we are ? FIRST by the fact that privates , ordinary people, on their own maney we have took more then 2 million strangers and have supported them, Nobody asked about money .Without knowing whether anyone would pay them back the money they have spent. Don't you want to live among such a nation who will help in any situations ? It was we who defended England in London, it was we who died in Africa, it was Poles who fought all over the world for American and British interests.We are stupid ? No we know what means friendship and honour

[@Lion-fj3wp]

So true. I've live in many countries doing missionary work in the seventies and eighties so I've seen many things.🌏

[@gnored]

None of these figures even remotely approach "small pension" or social security level income.

[@thomasrichard890]

What non Muslim in their right mind would want to retire in a Shariah compliant country?

[@domenicv7962]

KZbin people

[@johnthomas9992]

$2 to $3 thousand dollars isn't cheep I can live quite comfortably on that in UK

[@globoliver9697]

In Germany, too!!

[@domenicv7962]

in FLORIDA TOO

[@eddieBoxer]

@@domenicv7962 I can live in North Korea with $300 dollars monthly.

[@carlawilson8806]

So right 2-3 thou is NOT cheap! I rec’v about $1,400 in soc sec income after $170 is taken out for Medicare . I’m looking for a 1 BR, no more than $500, obviously it doesn’t need to be luxury!

[@domenicv7962]

i get 900....you're doing great !

[@OrondeBranch]

My Wife and I think Portugal is our spot. The safety there is A-1, it’s family driven, there’s also great nightlife (at 50 we still live to party…together), and if you have a skill (which we do) you’ll be more than fine if you wanna still work. Not to mention it’s just beautiful there.

[@Lion-fj3wp]

That is where I've decided to retire 🙏🏾🙏

[@ozzyjohn1458]

As a Portuguese, take off those rosy coloured glasses and take a good look around the country, don't burn the bridges behind you, you mention safety, this country has the highest crime in the EU, it's just not mentioned for tourism sakes, if you end up seriously hurt in hospital you will probably die there, smart Portuguese either pay a high premium for foreign doctors or travel to Spain for treatment, you are taxed 23% for everything you buy, i kid you not, buying a property, you start to accrue capital gains from day one payable when you sell then on top of the other taxes you will pay an extra 30% foreigner tax (unconfirmed as the gov keeps changing this) and don't forget the bureaucracy, Salazar is laughing in his grave, the country is being overrun with low IQ immigrants that are ruining the country, remember with your accent you will draw attention to yourself, choose wisely your desired location, avoid sleepy towns or old farm with a farm house, a busy tourist area is best to assimilate, welcome to Portugal where more of it's citizens live out of the country than in.

[@indsov2010]

Owned a house in Belize for 13 years . Absolute clusterf of a country in every way imaginable.

[@mishkamo55]

Just curious. Could you be more specific as to why ?

[@Galen_G]

​@@mishkamo55😳

[@KingOFuh]

No, obviously he can't@@mishkamo55

[@chicagogyrl4846]

If I received $1,800 a month, I’d be rich! I think you are really stretching that figure for most Americans!! 😂🤣

[@reiniergarcia]

A Social security income of 1827 usd per month is not “typical”.

[@gardenjoy5223]

Title misses ending: "... when you can withstand the heat". These all have climates, that kill many people, who cannot handle heat well. I get seriously ill at below 100 F already, and since these countries all go well over that in many summer months, that's a no-go for me. On the other hand, they might be lovely for a visit during the winter months on a regular tourist visa. More affordable then too.

[@jefflee2050]

None of these places in this video are better or cheaper than just moving to a small southern rural town in USA. The budgets and expenses he is saying are even higher than just moving to small town USA in the country and in the south

[@domenicv7962]

AMEN

[@st.charlesofaberdeen154]

Hell I grew up in Virginia why the hell do I want to die in Virginia, lol.... I'm going to see a different country every year but I think I will keep my home in Virginia❤

[@LindaErtel-qt6ow]

I researched Belize. Crime is rampant in the city and in the country.

[@Galen_G]

After working 42 years in healthcare, beware parasites in other countries, including Europe. Lost several patients who had stayed in Vietnam, Turkey and Europe. Never even were able to identify what they had.

[@dvancamp6710]

You may have missed that Portugal is cancelling the NHR program and all income will be taxed at 25% or more! That includes US Social Security income.

[@19rudy73]

Do you think US military disability pension is taxable in Portugal?

[@dvancamp6710]

@@19rudy73 I really don't know if disability pension would be classified as "income" or not. Best to check with a tax professional in Portugal. One website (Global Citizen Solutions) says: Foreigners in Portugal who are classified as non-residents are subject to a flat income tax rate of 25 percent on all income earned...

[@keith-kb1zl]

That’s what I’m afraid of is other countries will follow suit and tax ex- pats retirement income- I live in Philippines and we all know when one country induces a way to make more money off of foreigners other countries will latch on to the idea ☹️

[@domenicv7962]

it's just starting.

[@RobertAshmead-bg2lw]

@keith-kb1zl I'm in cebu I don't think we have to worry they want us to easily access our money and spend it here the expat/OFW community keeps the Philippines economy afloat

[@ErevusDeathToAllys]

as a greek guy i can pretty much tell you that Greece is your best option... there are amazing places to visit and live in ,islands,mountains,beaches ,cost of life is much lower than most big cities in the US(on the 1800 mentioned in video you ll be able to live without any concerns )...if you have property in another place,sell it,get a house here and you are golden... Edit 4/16/24 :i saw somewhere that the state wants to alter the laws of how expensive the property you buy must be in order to get the golden visa... i dont know when this is going to take place and IF they actually do it...but if people are really interested in buying property here ,it would be best to hurry...

[@MK-cc5ve]

But Greece wants a higher income to enter, more than 1800

[@namvet1968]

What is the best city to retire to, near the ocean?

[@ErevusDeathToAllys]

@@namvet1968 personally i would choose one of the small villages around Chania in the island of Crete, you have peace and quiet and in 10 minute ride you are in Chania... other good places would be Aigina ,Poros ,Gytheio (All those places have really warm summers if you enjoy the heat)

[@namvet1968]

@@ErevusDeathToAllys Interesting. Crete is fascinating.

[@Jammer411]

Panama or Philippines

[@iljafritzler6823]

For English Natives best, safe and developed countries with zero ( low) taxes are defo Panama, Malaysia or Montenegro. Ecuador is also decent and safe, as they use usd officially.

[@davidkire29]

In Nagaland, India English is the official language.

[@GlobalDestinations-USA]

Super useful video! It's great to see affordable options for retiring abroad. Definitely exploring these!

[@heberbelles916]

I am currently in Indonesia and have a 2 BR condo with use of a large swimming pool and running track weight room and basket ball court 10 minutes walk to mall for 300.00 per month. electric and water are 140.00 per month . the con argument is its in the city and there is a lot of air pollution. I want to go live in Bali instead and get out of the city life.

[@missy183]

Thanks for the video. ❤😍

[@nanealdiamond28]

The only country to retire to that I recommend is the Philippines. You can stay there 3 years at a time before having to leave for one day and come back and start over unless you can apply for a retirement Visa or Permanent resident visa. Also rent is cheap and mostly all the apartments, condo's and house are fully or partially furnished. Realitivly safe unlike Mexico.

[@gjm456]

Not good on low budgets. Litter and polluted in many areas. Food is NOT good. Scamming prevalent. Beautiful young woman. Thailand cheaper, better infrastructure MUCH better, great food.

[@nanealdiamond28]

@@gjm456 That's not true at all. You can live in the Philippines as low as $1,000 a month no problem. The Philippines is a 3rd world country and I see the Philippine citizens out every morning sweeping the sidewalks and street around there house and business. I have lived in the Philippines for going on 6 year's now and what I said in my above statement is true to fact. There isn't by issue with food whether it's local fresh food or restaurants. I'm not sure where your getting your information but it seems to me your fabricating your statement. I've never been to Thailand and it could be cheaper there however the Philippines is pretty cheap as we talk and has been for a long time. Again you can stay in the Philippines 3 years using your visa and if you want apply for permanent resident.

[@gjm456]

Been living in the Pi for 5 years. Built a mountain home with a beautiful sea view. Went to Thailand on a visa run. I stand by what i said. Your mileage may vary, 🙂@@nanealdiamond28

[@vikingrogaland2844]

@@nanealdiamond28 I have lived in both countries on a budgjet of around 620 usd per month. Now I moved back to Thailand, as Philippines is getting so expensive, and also the infrastructure is terrible. However, I enjoyed the more than 8 years I lived there.

[@keith-kb1zl]

dealbreaker on Thailand for me is visa requirements, Buddhism, and language barrier. it’s true they have Philippines beat in the other areas you mentioned- it all boils down to which of those things are more important to you.I’ve heard the same horror stories of Thai women scammers too - I’m married for seven years to a Filipina, it’s hard to trust any women in any country now if you marry a western woman in the United States she will play the long con on you too and you will lose your ass when she leaves you - it’s WAY cheaper to get played in Southeast Asia unless you’re stupid enough to bring her back to your country 😂😂😂

[@dronestarmedia4341]

US citizens who retire in dollars should consider living where the dollar is highly valued. You will find a world of wonder inviting you.

[@pat8497]

The US dollar NO LONGER has any value.....DONE!

[@diniasantos9117]

When planning to retire in another country, one of the things you should consider is if there wouldn’t be any problem communicating with the locals. So consider the language spoken by the people as one of the factors to consider because, whether you like it or not, you will have to mingle with the locals there.

[@kevinwelsh7490]

I would never have thought of that. thanks

[@acornsucks2111]

First thing I thought about, not being able to communicate is very frustrating.

[@kevinwelsh7490]

@@acornsucks2111 better to stay in Kansas.

[@johnwelch3016]

Nope ...I'm tired of speaking 🔊 English lmao...i.ll take the challenge rather then 😢throw my pension back into the system...move abroad and thrive like a 🤴 👑

[@keith-kb1zl]

that was a big factor in my decision to choose the Philippines. also Christian. Thailand may have Philippines beat in a lot of things infrastructure,food , women and affordability is a wash imo slight edge there but most ex pats who have lived there generally agree the Filipino people are the most friendly and welcoming. I also like the fact that most places have English signs like freeways billboards 7-11stores everywhere lots of American franchises here so if you get tired of Filipino food your wife cooks for you there’s shakeys pizza,kfc, Burger King, McDonald’s, -can’t stand jollibee burgers 😊 visa not too expensive but still pain in the ass going to immigration but easier I’ve heard than Thailand Just need to accept incessantly barking dogs loud karaoke at night traffic nightmares humidity trash everywhere 😂😂 you can survive 😊

[@topplacetoLive]

Super helpful for retirement planning on a budget! The best countries for affordable living really opens up the possibilities.

[@theresewheeler1498]

$1,200-1,500 a month . That’s not cheap .

[@KingOFuh]

Agree. For those few that are doing well, perspective has been lost. Millions struggling. Work hard all your life and get nothing for it is the new future unless the young can replace the evil fossils that run all 3 branches of this sick rotten government and deliberately maintain a permanent underclass.

[@reprehensiblereptile1138]

I'm sure that this is more of a tourist budget, eating out every day, renting a car, and so on. You can do it for much cheaper, positively. I ran the numbers for Thailand, and if you live in a modest accommodation, and DON'T rent a car, cook for yourself mostly, and aren't a drunk, you can get by on around 800$ per month. You're not living the high life, but the beaches and outdoors are FREE.

[@snakeeyes5638]

Finally something worth watching

[@nerotrinidad2608]

It's cheaper in Philippines you can rent a 500 Dollars simple House beside the beach...Available in Siquijor Island.

[@flordelizatelcagan3578]

Absolutely correct

[@georgeallen7667]

I pay less than 50 dollars a month for my beachfront. Watch out for the many scams against "imports"

[@mikeburrill779]

I'm in

[@globoliver9697]

You mean a monthly rent of 500 USD? For a "simple" house? In the Philippines?

[@eddieBoxer]

Philippines is a very corrupt country its a poverty stricken 3rd world country, it. has a terrible infrastructure, constant power outages, reckless danger driving, many Filipino scammers, renting an apt is troublesome, Filipino will over charge you its called skin tax, you may not get your deposit back, also your nieghbor may be tapping into your electric line, garbage everywhere, people urinating in the streets, I lived there for 3 years and I had to move out because Philippines is toxic society, low IQ of 80, medical care is terrible, very slow pace, waiting in line for over 30 minutes or more.

[@motivate-today]

These are more expensive than countries in the Balkans, Bulgaria, Romania etc.

[@Richard.Cabeza]

I'd like to live in Croatia... on the coast.

[@bernadofelix]

I’ve been diligently working, saving and contributing towards financial freedom and early retirement, but the economy so far since the pandemic has eaten away most of my portfolio, what I want to know is this: Do I keep contributing to my portfolio in these unstable markets or do I look into alternative sectors.

[@nicolasbenson009]

Due to my demanding job, I lack the time to thoroughly assess my investments and analyze individual stocks. Consequently, for the past seven years, I have enlisted the services of a fiduciary who actively manages my portfolio to adapt to the current market conditions. This strategy has allowed me to navigate the financial landscape successfully, making informed decisions on when to buy and sell. Perhaps you should consider a similar approach.

[@SandraDave.]

I’ve been looking to switch to an advisor for a while now. Any help pointing me to who your advisor is?

[@nicolasbenson009]

In fact, I'm not sure whether I'm permitted to say this, but I'd suggest searching for “Margaret Johnson Arndt” as she gained a lot of attention in 2017. She is both my coach and the manager of my portfolio.

[@ALittleBitOfEverything-wd9ee]

Where you live also matters. I have managed my own investments almost 30 years now. It was the only way I could manage on social security disability. I have a more accurate diagnosis and am finally getting effective treatment. I am studying for licensing and one thing to be aware of is that you are not necessarily allowed to be an investment advisor for people who live somewhere else. For example, I don't just need to get licensed nationally, but by my state here in the United States.

[@ALittleBitOfEverything-wd9ee]

While this is not investment advice, I will comment that if you are not able to find an advisor who is particularly good, a low expense, low or no load mutual fund that tracks a major index like the S&P 500, or the Wilshire 5000 can be useful. But if I personally were opening a new account to do this I would not put a single large sum into the market, especially now, but dollar cost average in if I were to be making diversified investments rather than a specific opportunity. But this is just me, and you do need to do your own research because what I like might not be good for you.

[@Johnnystiletto-ri8ht]

Lived in belize... its crime ridden and the goverment will take your property... they tryed to take my boat too...

[@edwardranno7119]

I have heard about that ,but really don’t know how it works

[@Johnnystiletto-ri8ht]

@@edwardranno7119 its easy they tie you up in legal tape to start then change the law to suit them...

[@dexterspeights3484]

BELIZE SUCKS 100%

[@thelmarobinsonrobinson2673]

Belize is very less crime ridden than the USA where I would never live. North Americans rushing here, building making renting ridiculously expensive, charging U.S pricing. The country is very small populated so Govt will try and get every penny. This video is also outdated a few years old, everything gone up. In price.

[@bettyb1581]

Belize is definitely out of the question

[@brucenicholls213]

So much B.S. here ! It takes more than money to make a secure retirement !

[@carlforpresidentanthony4574]

Fantastic information

[@owencallaghan8735]

All the places that you mentioned are double my social security.

[@jshepard152]

This is not a particularly good list. But there are good options out there.

[@domenicv7962]

buy a camper van

[@asrie1234]

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[@user-ze9yz4xr6u]

I don't know what your talking about. Most people I know on social security only get $1,300

[@Live-Life-Freely]

From 2012 to 2020 I lived in Costa Rica with a cost of living, including rent, motorcycle insurance, food, dinning, water and light was about $480/month. I didn't live in a large city and the closest one was 45 minutes away. I married a Costa Rican and now we're back in the states for my job. God willing I'll be back in 5 years. I now have land in CR. $1,200 in CR and you're more than set, unless you just have to live in a large city and have the "finer things". By the way the house I was rent had a pool I paid $122 a/month. Is CR safe? Not really, neither are any of the countries on the list, however I see CR as the least dangerous country.

[@joycesteinkeyser1959]

I only get $700

[@Live-Life-Freely]

@@joycesteinkeyser1959 You can live really well, rent included, in a lot of central american countries. I did it.

[@kenike007]

And less🤐

[@FromTheBiggining]

Ikr😅😅😅

[@vidong1704]

The prices quoted are way too high. You should look for a place to live on 1000 a month or even 800 a month including rent. For 2500 a month I can live in the US.

[@Phil-Am_in_the_Philippines]

Wow Philippines is not in the list. You can live in the Philippines for $200-$300 a month if you are not a high class foriegner.

[@wherezthebeef]

Philippines and Vietnam would be at top of my list.

[@dexterspeights3484]

Living on $300 per month in the Philippines without female companionship and medical insurance is easier said than done!

[@tomriddle6968]

What is scary though is how the sick are treated in the Philippines. They don't care if you die if you can't afford the medical care. There are no ambulances for the poor and PhilHealth does not go far in paying medical bills

[@mariloumesina1864]

@tomriddle Who told you that even you live in remote places you can obtain healthcare no ambulance who says that...

[@a041705]

​@tomriddle6968 so stay in your socialist hell and eat shit

[@WineSippingCowboy]

Missing. The Philippines 🇵🇭. In your list, Belize 🇧🇿 is the only nation which lists English as an official language. In my addition, The Philippines 🇵🇭 is the 1st Asian 🌏 nation to list American English as an official language. The currency exchange and cost of living are favorable for Americans, Canadians 🇨🇦, Britons 🇬🇧, other Westerners.

[@richardkaltenbach3961]

GHANA Speaks English, Too. GHANA 🇬🇭 Is More Difficult. You Have To Know Someone Who Lives There And They Have To Accept You, And All Countries In WEST AFRICA Require A YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION. GHANA In Addition, Will NOT Let You Stay Permanently, And Will DEPORT YOU BACK TO POS USA, In As Little As 2 MONTHS!

[@bruceneil8]

you get some places and they don't speak english much but they seem to halfway understand ,some areas yes they speak pretty good english in the philippines mostly in the bigger cities ,it helps if you speak slow but people always saying that everyone in the philippines speaks english is bull ,you get left out of conversations most often and at airports and stores you need a translator -i've been in and out of the country since 2005 and that hasn't changed

[@danielpearson4972]

In Philippines English is not the first language, I repeat English is not the Philippines first language. When speaking to most people will not understand you. I live in Cebu city and my wife is Filipina.

[@jennypableo9616]

Approved

[@keith-kb1zl]

I’ve had very few encounters with Filipinos that couldn’t speak at least enough basic English to converse with. usually old Filipino people speak limited English they might just know a few phrase but most under 50 years old speak very well they know learning English is their ticket to a better life - especially as OFW workers in the States

[@GibbAsp]

For Greece the grocery bill for month is closer to 500€ a month for a couple. Large increases the last few years

[@pinetworkminer8377]

Is inflation there as bad as in Turkey?

[@smeeAndyEN]

I guess it's much worse on the islands with the rising costs of oil given the current Russian oil embargo having to ship all the goods... But I can imagine you still could survive pretty comfortably on a grant/month on the mainland outside of the big cities. Damn dictators and their smol pp BS, destroying my retirement plans, smh...

[@GibbAsp]

I dont think so but Greece has suffered like most eurozone countries due to the war in Ukraine

[@GibbAsp]

The 500€ is based on living in Athens, could be less in mainland towns fire sure more on the islands

[@pinetworkminer8377]

@@GibbAsp If it costs 500€ for a couple to live in Athens, does it cost 250€ per month for a single person?

[@scaredy-cat]

Pay taxes upon taxes all your life, then you can’t afford to live there

[@KingOFuh]

It is all by design. Americans don't realize just how evil D.C. is.

[@larryfromwisconsin9970]

I'm retired and doing ok except I am still giving money every month to my mother that has a smaller Social Security income. And my grown children still ask for money.

[@keith-kb1zl]

tell your children the bank of mom and dad has permanently closed 🤣🤣🤣

[@DouglasSanders-bs3vf]

Great insights! Affordable options like Portugal, Panama are appealing for retirees. Research is key!

[@ozzyjohn1458]

Go to Portugal for the summer, what a fantastic experience, endure the winter then we talk, the cost of living is rising fast.

[@monicagarbowski811]

Why social security is cutting benefit to some people and paying more for others. Why we are discriminating

[@runawaypapa]

For the Thailand "O" visa (applied for in Thailand), you do not need to pass a health check, criminal background check or have health insurance. Those are requirements for the "OA" visa (applied for in your home country). The Non "OA" also lets you show proof of funds that can be kept in your home country, but you will need to have proof of health insurance for the year. I will be applying for the Non "OA" in a few months and until I know Thailand where I want to live, I really want to keep the $23K here in the US. Also, to use the 65,000 baht per month method ($1900ish), that needs to be shown over a 12-month period first. Great video!

[@BureaucracyWorld]

Thailand has a low cost of living, and food is cheap. You can buy or rent a luxury condo or apartment for around $600/mon. It has very good transportation systems, you can go to many places without owning a car.

[@vikingrogaland2844]

You can get a fully furnished 1 bed room apartment with gym, parking security and amazing pool, 700 meters from Jomtien Beach for less than 200 usd per month on long term rental contract. I am in Pattaya right now and I rent a room here for only 70 USD per month, no furniture but very central and yet quiet location.

[@Driver2724]

Thailand big problem retirement visa.

[@BureaucracyWorld]

Retirement visa easy: proof of income $1800 per month/or $22k yearly, anyone on SS can do it. Or just marry to a Thai you can live there on spouse visa for free.

[@robertbutler8004]

You did not mention Australia we have hundreds of thousands of refugees coming here they are supplied with homes they receive taxpayers' benefits while we have over 100000 thousand homeless.NON REFUGEES!

[@LindaErtel-qt6ow]

Sounds like the US since Biden became President!

[@GeorgePetrou-vz4gy]

Georgia grants a 365 day visa to everyone, no prerequisites! It has a very low cost of living.

[@19rudy73]

Ive heard Housing has skyrocketed because of Russian deserters?

[@voice.of.reason]

Good luck speaking the language though

[@GeorgePetrou-dj6uo]

​@@19rudy73Rental prices have doubled since Feb. 2023. Food, utilities, transportation and local private health insurance are still very cheap.

[@GeorgePetrou-dj6uo]

​@@19rudy73You can fly from Kutaisi with Wizz to a number of European cities. I, for example, can book a return flight from Cyprus to Kutaisi for €40. From Kutaisi airport one can take a bus to Batumi (2 hours) or Tbilisi (3:30 hrs). The fare is around €10 each way.

[@margerykirner5604]

Who wants all that snowy weather ?

[@discoverglobeliving]

Exactly what I needed for retirement planning on a budget! Great countries for stretching pensions.

[@CordeliaMckee-zx7sq]

Exploring retirement options on a budget is crucial. Thanks for shedding light on affordable choices. It's inspiring to see possibilities for a comfortable retirement

[@alexjames6747]

Amount of money doesn't mean life quality. I have retired a year ago. I do have some savings., but not enough to survive. I am Canadian. I couldn't afford my condo apartment , car , gas, municipal taxes, maintenance fees and other utilities. Almost all my pension. And not mach left for food. I sold the condo apartment and bought a 50 "" sailboat in Miami. Since then I sail all Caribbean islands. 70 % of my food is coming from the ocean. I collect as well coconuts on isolated and deserted islands. The rest of my food like canned food, vegetables and fruit I buy when I enter marinas. My pension is enough to survive on the boat. No condo , no car , no municipal taxes and maintenance fees. No bullshit anymore. Right now I am in Roatan marina ( Honduras). Life quality is not about assets and stocks. All the best.

[@londonbabe2467]

ALL of the places you mention in your video is not possible for most lower paid people as most people WON’T have the amount of money. Particularly in retirement.

[@alexjames6747]

Amount of money doesn't mean life quality. I have retired a year ago. I do have some savings., but not enough to survive. I am Canadian. I couldn't afford my condo apartment , car , gas, municipal taxes, maintenance fees and other utilities. Almost all my pension. And not mach left for food. I sold the condo apartment and bought a 50 "" sailboat in Miami. Since then I sail all Caribbean islands. 70 % of my food is coming from the ocean. I collect as well coconuts on isolated and deserted islands. The rest of my food like canned food, vegetables and fruit I buy when I enter marinas. My pension is enough to survive on the boat. No condo , no car , no municipal taxes and maintenance fees. No bullshit anymore. Right now I am in Roatan marina ( Honduras). Life quality is not about assets and stocks. All the best.

[@londonbabe2467]

@@alexjames6747 Hello Alex, Sounds like you’re living a fabulous life which is lovely. You conjure up a fine mental picture on the idilic escape. Here in the UK everything is “crazy” expensive and we work the longest hours in Europe, to highest age on low wages, high taxes and the lowest pension in Europe. Health care though “free at the point of delivery” is rationed out unfairly and getting an appointment for anything is maddening as you have to wait an age for a doctor’s or hospital appointment. The elderly are treated appallingly here and are treated as burdens to the state along with the sick and or the disabled. We have monumental problems here with illegal immigration from the third world with thousands of undocumented fit young males are ferried into British waters from France aided and abetted by UK government along border farces and R.N.L.I . Illegals are treated better than anyone put up in “fantastic” high end hotels which the average person could only dream of living. All of course while our own people get little to no help. Homelessness is a major problem here and it’s terrible the way these people are treated. I could write on the problems here in the UK for the next several days or weeks without stopping but I’ll stop for now.Pretty much most of Europe is becoming a powder keg which could ignite at any time. Where to escape to for

[@moreTTinez]

Social security don’t ever pay that much my brother retired he barely gets 800 and my old neighbor 1200 at month l am terrefied life is difficult

[@jshepard152]

It's based on your earnings while you worked. Low earners end up with low retirement benefits.

[@Driver2724]

$1000 you can live in colombia. Retirement visa is $850

[@LindaErtel-qt6ow]

Go to college or learn a good paying trade. The more you earn, and the longer you work, the higher your SS check will be. Some large companies match the amount you put in your retirement plan. Many of them have good health insurance plans and very low cost life insurance.

[@wavemaker2077]

I'm surprised that the Philippines is not in the list.

[@maricelpulido6701]

​@@tesssmith8444, people don't speak english in Philippines?

[@benkim2016]

very dangerous perhaps!!

[@wavemaker2077]

@@benkim2016 any reason why the philippines has a reputation as a very dangerous place? this is mostly the impression of people who haven't been to the philippines.

[@jomontanee]

@@maricelpulido6701Come on!!!! You need to study more about the world.

[@Midwest10]

@@maricelpulido6701English taught in school. Only Asian country that speaks English.

[@corywebb5537]

People typically get $1,000 a month for disability or social security. Nobody gets 3000😂

[@jshepard152]

It's entirely dependent on your earnings history. Some people do get $3000.

[@LindaErtel-qt6ow]

That depends on how much money you earned and what age you retired at.

[@jeffhaynes8848]

I like it 😊

[@Goorood]

What happened to Ecuador ? 🤭From a number one retirement destination to a war zone with drug cartels executing people in broad day light 😱

[@cubanassasinmma1648]

I know 5 retired ppl and they all get $790 per month except 1 that has a part time job and gets 220 or 280, cant remember

[@hectorgutierrez4463]

I already retired in Mexico. And it’s much better on any way, than any of does countries on your video.

[@daisyapontehavenmemoriestr8552]

Where in Mexico?

[@hectorgutierrez4463]

Guadalajara.

[@jamesballard6564]

But they new income requirements are too high for most retirees.

[@piotr5338]

I retired and my wife too We are planning to move to warm and cheap countries. Is Mexico expensive? Can you say something more? I would be grateful ?

[@hectorgutierrez4463]

@piort). If you move to touristic destinations. Like big cities or beaches. Course it’s expensive. But there are so many beautiful towns. Where peoples are so friendly and very cheap. Mexico it’s big and multicultural. Every state it’s different from the other. So investigate through goggle a little bit about the town you choose. More than anything the security.

[@garysharp4499]

Your cost in Thailand condo was a lot higher than what it really is

[@servicesofmontgomery]

It’s easy to live in Sri Lanka on $900us monthly

[@joebidet2050]

I like Sri lanka Nice people

[@digitdinar9682]

I'm Indonesian....hope can stay there

[@afvet5075]

Love it here in the PI. I live in Lipa City Batangas about 1 hrs. from Manila. Close to the Port of Batangas where you can hop around Island to Island such as Puerta Galera. The bus service is top notch, and getting to the airport in Manila is fast and easy. My rent is 13000 pesos a month or around $236.00 a month for a 2 bdrm. 2 bath house. Utilities are around $150.00 and eating out is dirt cheap. If you like to cook, groceries are very affordable. Great hospitals where a doctors visit is around 800 pesos or about $18.00. And most everyone speaks English and are so hospitable.

[@keith-kb1zl]

yep. I like to tell everyone it’s a poor man’s Hawaii 😆😆 I’ve stayed at resorts for as little as a 1,000 pesos a night ! Puerto Galera is a great place for a 3or 4 day vacation. beats the snot out of paying 500$ a night for a hotel in Hawaii. me and the missus get a small place right on Sabang beach with a kitchen and cook our own food overlooking the ocean., the snorkeling blows Hawaii away imo and it’s far less congested then the aloha state.

[@eddieBoxer]

Boating is very dangerous many ship collisions many ships sank, thousands of people perished due to overloading ships, Coast Guard and police are corrupt, bus driving on the highway is dangerous, reckless driving everybody wants to be first, no patience here, there's no etiquette here they never hold the door for you, they cut infront of the line, wait long time in line, very snails pace system, power outages, rampant corruption beggars, thievery, homeless families living in the streets, get into a car accident no one will help you even if your bleeding, no one knows how to do first aid, all they do is take pictures and video letting you die, Filipinos are heartless people, very religious, once they the church they turn to their bad habits again.

[@goodphone156]

You are out your mind to give these as low cost! I live in a place where I spend 450 $ at month all inclusive! The rent near beach for a apartment about 35 or 45 sqm is 140 or 150 $ at month! This is to live in a place where the cost to live is low!! Not what you say!!!!

[@danspencer4235]

I agree. Thailand is the only country on that list that seems to fit the description.

[@gregginter5867]

And where do you live? Ty, Greg

[@jennyb.2800]

@goodphone156 What country do you live in? And what are your total monthly expenses (rent, food, clothing, gas, entertainment, medical, miscellaneous, etc)

[@cjroberts7022]

I wouldn’t trust Belize at all for health issues. Mom injured during vacation, almost permanently paralyzed

[@alanm03]

Belize is no inexpensive.

[@georgiamerola3486]

Lets get real ...the price mention it higher then a single person receive on S.S..

[@Businesstanbul]

Turkey is also another option if you choose the right city

[@rubywood2187]

Belize has crappy food and now it’s harder to get

[@irisgibson2842]

Where did you eat? Belize have great food if you know the right place.

[@eddieBoxer]

Philippines has crappy food they mix the old with the fresh food, nothing goes to waste, as an expat here i usually get diarhea 3 times a month.

[@johnmonk66]

I see no better deal then we can find here in the USA. Zephyrhills Fl. But a mobile home for 20k, pay a lot rent of 500 a month. It beats all the countries you mentioned.

[@thierrysf]

Most of these destinations are way too expensive for what they have to offer. For all those looking for exotic retirement destinations you should be aware that you can retire to (rural) southern France for about $1500 a month with extremely cheap healthcare. Why go to crime ridden destinations like Belize, Costa Rica with poor healthcare when you can simply live in France with all that this country has to offer (history, gastronomy, culture etc)?

[@TheElectricjoe1]

Great. What town?

[@thierrysf]

Any small town that is more than 30 miles from the sea @@TheElectricjoe1. Real estate in rural France is still stupidly cheap and property tax is incredibly low. What a deal!!! Only problem for you: you'd better speak French if you want to have a social life because the French do not like Americans that make no efforts to learn their language.

[@stevegiu4232]

The French suck

[@voice.of.reason]

France suffers the same problems as the rest of Europe, that being uncontrolled immigration from shithole countries and shithole people and all the crime that goes with it

[@voice.of.reason]

@@thierrysf Neither does Canada like people not speaking French, they look down at you more than in france if you speak English

[@larryfromwisconsin9970]

My wife and I lived 6 months in Thailand. There's a lot to like but it's so damn far from the USA. I'm thinking Belize.

[@alrent2992]

Have you searched south america?? Great options.

[@dexterspeights3484]

Go to Belize if you want to avoid getting divorced by your wife!

[@jorgerobles628]

Belize cheap? I spend just 1500.00 USD/month for all my expenses in Houston Texas!!!! This is a sham!!!!!

[@adrianafernandez3935]

I jought a property in Albania ,(sourh) close to Greece $1400 is good enough for all your needs 60 electric and water .500 for foods The rest to party@ or car expenses if buy a car to go places.

[@fatosmija7458]

Super 🎉🎉🎉🇦🇱🦅🇦🇱👋👋

[@wolfthequarrelsome504]

Tax on foreign income?

[@gardentours]

1800$ per month per person is very expensive. We're two and we spend less per month and live in very nice area in Europe.

[@globoliver9697]

Indeed, especially when you compare GDP (PPP) per capita tables.

[@AntStepp]

Whh would you recommend to retire in Brlize??? It's the most dangerous country in region!!!

[@IMPACTsoulTrip]

Paid volunteering is one of the best way to travel the world and make a positive impact. There are many Camphill Communities around the world and people can enjoy a new country with their families and with all costs of living included, before moving for good.

[@montyloads]

Hi, Happy new year....I would love some more information on this, would you be able to recommend some websites I can look into please.

[@londonbabe2467]

Camp hill Communities are for handicapped people with special educational and physical needs. Not for the average able bodied adult with normal mental and physical health.

[@nyerling5723]

I am retired and living in Costa Rica, it is not cheap it is the second most expensive country in all of Latin America. It is 47% more expensive than Mexico!. Narcos have taken over making for high crime, corruption and Costa Rica now is the country with the highest export of cocaine. The medical care is not cheap; I pay $450 (based on my income) to the government (Caja),but it takes months to years to get an appointment based on need. I now use private healthcare but I still have to pay the Government Medical at $450 a month. Restaurants, wines, cars, electronics, just about every retail item is 20 to 40% more expensive than in US. People here are nice but all of Latin Americans are just as nice. Good Luck in your retirement research but go visit , look around,and decide what are your retirement goals and reality of achieving them wherever you retire.

[@jameskelly9243]

SS was never meant to be your stand alone income.

[@1439315]

Losers cry when you do the math; subtract from retirement age the age of adulthood; 65 - 18 = 47 years. Now tell us all here & now a person cannot $$$ in 47 (gosh darn) years. NO excuses people; tired of that 'so and so is on a fixed income' hogwash.

[@KingOFuh]

Spoken like a true assh**e defending an oligarchic warfare state.

[@LindaErtel-qt6ow]

You are correct. If you work for large companies, you get pensions or 401ks. You can also contribute to an IRA. The people with low incomes did not go to college, which a degree, even in junior college increases your opportunity of higher paying employment.

[@Mccalldiana4545]

That's nice

[@kippsguitar6539]

Totally inaccurate for Portugal and Thailand, the numbers quoted here are way higher than reality, unless you live in Lisbon, Algarve or Bangkok centre, totally inaccurate

[@vikingrogaland2844]

I'm a Norwegian who basically my whole adult life have found it impossible to live in my own city of Stavanger on a normal salary. When I lost my wife due to her kicking me out and keeping the kids and so much of my low income, I decided to go first to Thailand and then to the Philippines. First of all to find love again, and I found it finally after several failures, in Mindanao Philippines, where I have stayed for the last 7 years. Now I am back in Thailand, planning to bring my new family here, and later on to Europe. Norway is too complicated with all their demands for bringing my wife there, so I am contemplating Sweden or Spain as an option. If you are willing to live outside of the big cities, you can basically get affordable living in most parts of the world, so if I were a US citizen, I would maybe move to a small town and try my luck there. But finding a good wife is on the agenda of many middle aged and older men, and then the Philippines seem to be a winner in that aspect. They also have a very generous and simple visa system, just go there and stay up to 3 years as a tourist on arrival status. But due to problems making some additional income in the Philippines, I want to bring my wife and kid to Europe.

[@atomicwedgie8176]

You didn't learn your lesson with the 1st divorce? lol

[@patriciavandevelde5469]

Men are like babies 👶 always needing woman pffffffffffffffft pffffffffffffffft

[@br8979]

I think those suggestions are still quiet costly, I spent less than that living in an expensive area in Germany

[@calwianka]

In a smaller city in Portugal you should be able to get by on $2500-$3000/month? I thought yhis was a video about retiring on a small pension.

[@cjinparadise]

Sad you do not have the updated information...

[@mhcolbert]

This video is a joke. I can live for less in the U.S. than many of the "estimates" stated in this video. Why would I go to all this hassle to live on $2,500 to $3,000 per month in another country when I could stay in the United States for even less than this video asserts the cost to be elsewhere? Was this video designed to discourage moving abroad? Just asking. This was some pretty silly crap.

[@voice.of.reason]

True. In the UK you can buy a house in the north for 100K and you will spend only £350 a month on property tax, utilities, and food. $2500 joke

[@drmikebluez]

Where you suggests living in the US for that amount of money Mr Colbert? I'm in CA.

[@junosaxon4370]

How about Cambodia? I hear that the visa is easy to get and that living expenses are cheap.

[@ozzyjohn1458]

Go there for a holiday, it's great

[@MariaGarcia-gv8hj]

Now I have more knowledge about personal finance. I just subscribed to your channel. Big ups to everyone working effortlessly trying to earn a living while building wealth in this recession. I’m 45 and my husband is 51, we are both retired, no debts. We are planning on relocating to Thailand. We are currently living a frugal and financially savvy lifestyle and generating passive income even during this recessionary period. Our commitment to saving and investing in the financial market has enabled us to maintain this lifestyle and continue earning monthly passively through investment""

[@lovetypauline6530]

Congratulations on your early retirement, Interesting indeed! Currently, I am in dire need of investment advice or tips. Last year, I hesitated and failed to take any action until the year concluded. However, this year, I am determined to try something new, as I am very receptive to various investment ideas. I want to be retired in my forties or fifties.

[@MariaGarcia-gv8hj]

No problem at all! If you're seeking to earn substantial profits from your investment, I would suggest determining your investment horizon and implementing a long-term plan. I worked with Claire Martha Magalhaes to create a long-term investment strategy, and she assisted us in managing our investments while we focused on my jobs without any concerns.

[@lovetypauline6530]

Thank you for your advice. It's challenging to find a reliable investment advisor here, and I appreciate your input. Seeing the successes you've achieved through investing, I would love to have access to your investment advisor's information if you wouldn't mind sharing it.

[@MariaGarcia-gv8hj]

I work with *CLAIRE MARTHA MAGALHAES* ,who is based in the United States. If you would like more information about her, you can conduct a search online. She even got featured on CNN recently.

[@davidomcculloch3109]

Maria, Thank you for talking about your financial consultant. I will definitely look her up and try to get in touch with her. I have realized that relying solely on KZbin videos and attempting to manage my finances on my own hasn't been very effective.

[@user-tm6nq3ou1v]

Why would I go anyplace to retire with nothing , kinda like what I'm doing now where I am .

[@KingOFuh]

You will have more money in a 3rd world country. You can go surfing. You sound like an athletic guy.

[@user-tm6nq3ou1v]

I have more , the little I do get is enough to get by as for athletic those days are long gone and I don't go near the ocean , way too many things that want to eat me .@@KingOFuh

[@allanmay8766]

You guys need to update your information on belize,it's not cheap

[@eduardodiaz1017]

NOTHING LIKE COSTA RICA,❤️👍

[@RetireinParadise11]

Who needs bingo nights when you can salsa dance in Havana or tango in Buenos Aires? Retirement abroad is where the real party's at🤩

[@sjj7236]

Indonesia retirement visa is unfortunately now from age 60. 😢 this changed just in the last few months of 2023.

[@michaelbeggs2013]

If you are at least 50 years old,Cambodia offers a retirement visa for $300 per year. The Philippines is very cheap living if you don't require the best of everything. I rent a one bedroom airconditioned apartment in a gated complex with a caretaker for $180 per month in Cebu, Philippines. No, there is not a pool or gym at that price, but I am right in the Cebu City Metro Area and there are 6 shopping malls within 2 km. Anything you want can be delivered to your doorstep here cheaply.

[@dsrrellgriffith1161]

Health is the most important, and how will u pay for a medical emergency? That is why many asian countries are making it harder to retire in their countries. So many irresponsible expats with no money or health insurance, i can see why these countries are making it harder for long term visas. Welfare tourists, especially the young p e r v s with no money

[@afvet5075]

Belize has gotten very expensive. That is definitely off my list.

[@joshuabradshaw9120]

My biggest concern is do those countries have due process comparable to the United States. I know it's not perfect here either but I want to avoid winding up in a situation where I can't talk to a lawyer if something happens. I am always careful to obey the laws and would do so in another country but it still is a concern of mine.

[@danspencer4235]

I would advise you to travel instead of worrying. There are lots of countries where $100 will buy you out of almost any legal trouble. I have lived in Colombia for about 6 years. They don't bother giving traffic citations at all. I have never even had an occasion to speak to police. They don't jump on you for petty stuff here like they do in the US. They only get involved in real crimes. In fact, by contrast, I would call the US a Police State.

[@jr.carlosnava9165]

It is funny you still think there is due process here.

[@gardenjoy5223]

Where ever you live in the world, it's always wise to have an insurance policy for legal expenses. When you drop something on someone's foot and it won't heal, your insurance companies pays for those costs, minus a small own part of a few hundred dollars. The advise of dan seems very frivolous. I wouldn't trust in that. And what kind of a mean country to its own citizens would that be.

[@johnwelch3016]

​@@danspencer4235exactly

[@jshepard152]

@@jr.carlosnava9165 Probably because there is.

[@Lion-fj3wp]

In 3 years I will retired . I love Malaysia, Belize, Portugal, Philippines, but I don’t know which countries to live🌎

[@danspencer4235]

From your list, I would probably choose Malaysia if you are married and Philippines if you are not. I spend most of my time in Colombia, however. For Latin America (except Brazil) you will fare better if you learn a little Spanish first. Now would be the time to use your vacations to explore and decide!

[@vincentyeo88]

Malaysia or The Philippines 🙂

[@wavemaker2077]

@@danspencer4235 Just remember that Malaysia is a Muslim country. So there are things that you cannot openly do there without being arrested or deported.

[@danspencer4235]

@@wavemaker2077 Exactly. So if you are married and you might want to have alcohol at home, you are fine. If not, Philippines would be a better choice.

[@oscarmosca1234]

i recommend el salvador. i retired here after the army but im salvadoran. lol