Happier than Billionaires in Costa Rica | EX-PATS™ Ep. 12 Full | Reserve Channel

Rob and Nadine Pisani were successful business owners in New Jersey, but when the stress of their lives landed Rob in the hospital, they decided it was time leave it all behind and start over in Costa Rica. Five years later, they are happier and healthier than ever. Rob is in a band, Nadine has written a book, and they wake up every morning excited to see what the day will bring. From shopping for local groceries on a scooter to mountain biking, they are embracing pura vida.
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[@Jordan56853]

This couple taught me so many things about life in 24 minutes than I have in the past 22 years. Im a 22 year old Costarican guy from San Jose whos goal is to make lots of money and experience what the American dream is and I have to admit that Ive been stressed and very unhappy. I feel happier now after watching this 24 min video. God, what they say somehow made me see how blind Ive been. I am young, healthy, smart but havent realized that I live in a paradise and being happy and providing yourself and your family what is needed to live is what it is all about. Thank you for making these videos. They really help :)

[@skibumwa2001]

So do you live in Costa Rica now? :)

[@Jordan56853]

I do, yes and it's really beautiful

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

You rule Jordan. Thanks for the comment and keep up the good work. We worked very hard for many years. We are glad we did, but also glad we quit when the time was right. :)

[@skibumwa2001]

I did the same as both you two, but I went to New Zealand. I have never been happier and my only regret is that I should've done the big move earlier... I have been here for 7 or so years now..

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

skibumwa2001 Nice!

[@jp16v1]

I wish more people here in the States would adopt that friendly, "pura vida" mentality, instead of killing themselves buying flat screen TVS on black friday.

[@ronrowan4828]

@Mosella That means I will absolutely come!

[@ronrowan4828]

@Mosella When I want to know about Costa Rica visiting requirements, I will talk to my travel agent, not some twit on KZbin making comments who doesn't know shit. As a matter of fact Costa Rica is reopening on August 1 of this year. Do your research before you make yourself look like an ignorant dumb ass!

[@TEN-perez]

@Mosella omg you so rude wtf is everything fine at home? love from Costa Rica 🇨🇷

[@albertomatarrita4401]

I am from Guanacaste Costa Rica myself, and I really miss the place where I was born, I'm a business man here in New Jersey and thinking going back some day. I am glad that there's people from other countries that appreciate that beautiful land called Costa Rica; God bless you all

[@queensigal]

New Jersey Flooring Llc I wonder what your opinion is Does Costa Rica offer anything in terms of health insurance salary ?job insurance? safety ?

[@jerrymcintire7902]

@@queensigal Health care is free mostly in Costa Rica, as it is in most countries apart from the U.S.

[@omadesala1086]

You have no idea how much it has changed. Gringos come here....buy the land,(fincas), really cheap....subdivide and then charge obscene amounts of money for their mansions.

[@Art_I_Am]

I was born in Alajuela, Costa Rica. I was adopted to the US at age 9. Now I am 37. My heart has never stopped aching to go back home. I want to work at an orphanage..

[@stevenbarrett4110]

Eileen J, a few columns up a comment by Shelly Kentner. Look in that thread for a comment by Mary A. Answers many of your questions.

[@rufdymond]

They look 1000 times more healthy - in their new lifestyle.

[@layeredlife714]

After reading through some of the comments, it made me ask the question “where is the negativity coming from?” My wife and I made a similar move to Puerto Rico. I immediately identify with many parts of this video. The thing that I really enjoy about the move to the Caribbean is how I changed and became part of the local culture. My friends are puertorican. I’m interested in how things are done and am forever asking questions and learning. Being from the Northeast, work and money is something that is all around and you become that. It takes a real effort to stay in that environment and leave that mindset. To travel and live in an environment that places a lessor value on those things makes it much easier. Now comes the contradictory part - we bought a rundown shell of a house and started to renovate it with the idea of entertaining people there to share our experience....sure we’ll earn some money....but the money isn’t the driving force. Retirement isn’t leaving something you dislike, it’s running to something you do. So I’ve just finished my morning coffee....if you excuse me, I have to clean up some of my banana trees. Buen día 😎👍🌴🇵🇷

[@michaelchristopher2003]

I believe the negative comments come from the American culture of to dream shoot for the stars I'm happy things working out for you in Puerto rico I also come from north east we come from a country of great wealth where people wish to come to and theses people where privilege into just to just to live in a 3ed world nation and survive..

[@js7un165]

Brilliant. They look so much better and stronger than in any of their old photos. That's big proof they are doing something right.

[@christinaandjohndavis7015]

Without good health you dont have much. If you dont do it while you are you going to do it? Good for them.

[@RICOMC7000]

im costa rican i moved to canada 12 years ago,and i have to say im so jelaous seem you enjoying the place,the people,im glad you guys posted this video thank you!!

[@WillieStubbs]

I like how he treats her like a gentleman should... they look like an awesome couple.

[@latinaalma1947]

This is how it usually is when people are equals....they respect each other.

[@Wul-Lop]

May peace, wealth, (clean, enough) water & wealth come to Costa Rica & people all over the world.

[@lav1daloca]

There are so many great places like that around the world that you could live on a few hundred bucks a month and have more than you have now

[@bretroberts950]

There's problems everywhere

[@guilianamustiga1443]

so Happy for this couple, Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful places I've ever been to! They're definitely doing it right and NOW they're living their lives to the fullest!

[@Holisticbrit]

Thank you so much for this😊 I’ve noticed myself becoming more materialistic and becoming a minimalist has been a recurring thought I’ve had.

[@65616larry]

Great video, they found true happiness, life is not about collecting things, its about collecting experiences

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

We are lucky to see this. Thank you Iarz

[@erwinruiz5717]

Life is about collecting memories.

[@Sochi_Mochi]

...and taking selfies

[@666Tagada]

What is "true" happiness as opposed to "happiness" ???!!! Happier than a billionaire ???!!! Is Donald Trump really happy? Is James packer really happy ??? I doubt it !

[@AngelaGomez-ji7nf]

And collecting things...you need money and things but not to excess. Even money is a blessing and should be regarded as so.

[@PULLINGPOKEMON]

I wish they would do more of these videos. I actually move from Canada to Costa Rica because of this series.

[@meghand6864]

This brought me to tears...so inspired!!! Love these two and their spirit to live their dream

[@prizantsproducts4u]

A blessing in disguise that the imported foods you are used to are so expensive, then you eat all the WFPB/Vegan foods, and LOOK by default you are VERY HEALTHY! You are also helping the local small farmers and biz owners earn an income! This is sooo awesome!! I had to get healthy because of my heart issue, and have found that this country is soooo stressful and I have to guard myself from that! I do, but it is sooo hard. I also can live there nicely on my SS, which is impossible to do in the states - even by renting a room (still no money left over to do anything). Y'all have inspired me to look into becoming and Ex-Pat. Thank you for sharing your beautiful new unstressed life! Shalom and G-d bless!

[@DeoWanders]

Costa Rica's been always in my bucket list... This vlog just made me actually plan for the trip! Thanks much!

[@ruthkoob9734]

It literally made me cry to listen and see how you guys changed your life. My daughter and myself We got the calling to go there just a month ago. Love, light and happiness

[@erickdavis361]

I teared up. I cant wait till I get there. I knew there were other people feeling like me. Great effin video!

[@roxsta1113]

Wow I too have gotten the calling to go here with my son! Can’t now unfortunately 😭 Did you end up going?! Would love to know how you went. Love and light to you ! 🙏🏼

[@texuztweety]

This story is REALLY REALLY inspiring, thank you so much!!!

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Thanks for the kind words guys.

[@gregoooa]

I would just like to say, bald guy looks good and his wife is smoking poking! I seek to be happy and connected like you guys; As disconnected as you might think you are, your as pure as the suns heavenly glow, as bright as the stars. Peace:P

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

***** Thanks!

[@jammyjones8191]

What an exceptional success story! Great video!

[@vanessanichols4890]

I have been following you on Facebook for sometime. I love your story more than words can say. I'm trying to make this happen for myself and just started my journey. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@MichaelPaumgardhen]

Thanks for the video, Rob & Nadine! Got a short story ready for release upon arrival.

[@420van01]

Amazing story. I did the same from the USA to New Zealand back in 2007, but I did it alone. I can completely relate to Rob and Nadine and why / how they did it. Well done. Enjoy your life Rob and Nadine! You only live once, so "Dream big and dare to fail everyone!" as my life motto says!

[@MaktownTV]

I love their spirit. The crazy thing is, she said "we were 37 when we moved here"... and I'm 37 right now, watching this!

[@Art_I_Am]

Me too!

[@CassandraVincent]

I love this story! Amazing! Simplicity can certainly be the beauty of life.

[@MarysUTubeVideos]

Amen!!

[@ramcy67]

Wow what a great story, I lived in the US for 17 years and now back home in Costa Rica, I know how lucky I was to be born here. Love what you guys have done and very happy that this beautiful little country is now your home!. Pura vida amigos! :)

[@JujuGurgel]

This video is a life lesson! Thanks for sharing your story, Rob and Nadine.

[@curts3839]

After my 7th visit to CR, I bought a place in Tamarindo. Can't say enough good things about the people and the lifestyle changes that have occurred since. Don't come her to make it better, come here to let it make you better. I've lived more in the past 4 month than in the past 30 years. You don't see a hearse pulling a u-haul...so I don't think you can take it with you. Pura Vida my friend.

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Perfecto! Thank you Curt

[@elizabethgreen1879]

I lived in Tamarindo for 6 1/2 years. Loved it but our family needed us back. Still miss it!

[@TEN-perez]

@@elizabethgreen1879 I'm living here let me know if you're coming back so I can get you a house

[@surfcoaches]

Cool to hear other expat stories, We been here in Costa for 8 years. Came down with 2 kids and 2 dogs. Still love it!

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Gotta love it!

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

***** It's never too late Eva. :)

[@TheCatalunya]

Happier Than A Billionaire your life is about choices you make good choices and bad thats life ...i think for me its a case of free yourself from desire and you will find true happiness believe me....

[@michael21otoole007]

awesome very inspireing

[@weegoneoutdoors376]

iSURFTRIBE I would love to ask you a few questions on the side

[@jeffkocher1201]

thanks HTAB you guys rock.We just got back from CR and we're also moving there after we sell our house. Can't wait to get back there, probably see you folks there.

[@elblanco5]

I really loved the energy between these two. What a great supportive couple.

[@2signalman]

Thank you! I just forwarded your book! It is on its way... I am looking for some place and a big change! inspiration!

[@odiekarone]

E J “Happier Than Billionaires In Costa Rica”

[@0hgaby]

pura vida! I miss Costa Rica!

[@sharonwagnerbooks]

I just watched this for the first time. Greetings from the Wagner's! We enjoyed living the Pura Vida lifestyle with you guys. At least for a little while. You've come a long way...

[@ranns160]

Thank You!

[@dabee88]

Amazing video. It touched on so many thoughts and feelings I have living in NYC and wanting to move to Costa Rica. The experiences I have had in different places in Costa Rica have been heavenly. Thanks for sharing your experiences!

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Thank you!

[@skibumwa2001]

There are many "Costa Rica" happy places in the world. I am ex-pat (US) and now live in a small town in New Zealand on the ocean. I love my life now. What ever your dream is, do it. Don't wait, but choose your country wisely. Once you find your new country, then book that one-way flight to your new home. I used to work 50 weeks a year at 45-50 hours a week. I sold all my stuff in the USA, left and now I work 9 months a year at most and travel a lot. I have also finished 2 of my 3 major lifelong goals since arriving here. I have lost my high cholesterol, and I am fit again! This is just in the last 7 years. Go for it!

[@skibumwa2001]

Happier Than A Billionaire Are you guys now Citizens of Costa Rica? :)

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

skibumwa2001 We are Residents. :)

[@skibumwa2001]

Awesome, any plans to get citizenship?

[@robertsaurez9901]

Thats exactly what I need LIVE THE MOMENT T.T

[@fg9650]

Living the dream. Thank you!

[@sjdbaja]

Greatest video I've seen! SO inspiring! It shows you what life is really about. THanks!

[@shelleykentner4900]

I have a permanent injury and am not working. Why should I sit it my house getting fat and unhealthy all friggin winter! I'm gonna rent my house and take the wife to cr.

[@gravity2581]

Good idea, make the most of your life. Ignore the people that are jealous and will tell you that you're "lazy" (etc) just because you refuse to be miserable just like them.

[@marytica123]

Shelley: As a 5 year resident of CR, my advice is RENT BEFORE YOU BUY. House & apartment prices are VERY high in CR, and construction quality is generally not up to US standards. You should be able to find a small house or apartment for $400 - $600/ month in a decent area. ALSO, another thing - LEARN SPANISH ! Otherwise, you will alway be a "stranger in a strange land".

[@mineralt]

Shelly, I am so over the US. We are all eating one another alive. I am out as soon as I sell my business.

[@Abc-vr7tk]

You re very welcome here in cr. 😎👍

[@edwardwhite221]

I bet you are getting welfare or state disability for your so called permanent injury. We call you people pos liars and lazy liberals

[@1Boooooom1]

Amazing!! Cant wait to get out of military and visit there!!! Need to bring my spirituality back!

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

God bless you 1Booooom1 . Thank you for your service. And for watching. :)

[@Abc-vr7tk]

Bless u.

[@NeerajChugh77]

The Golden Buzzer for You Guys!! Happy to see you Guys enjoying your new lifestyle!! Haven’t seen yet the whole video but I can tell u that you guys really qualify for the instant thumbs up!! I liked the property you are relishing!! Enjoying the scooter ride!! Feels like moving to South America too!! Enjoy Guys!! 🙂

[@teamjohnsonofficial66]

Thank you for sharing. Such a big help to my husband and I! 😊

[@michaelcummings7892]

Wasn't he the body double for Vin Diesel in Riddick? LOL

[@transrus1]

Kudos to you guys! Would love & need a change in mine & my wife's life. I am scared of change why i don;t know? We all work hard and want great lives but in Canada we work to pay bills. No time for fun thanks for this great video gives me faith hope?

[@latinaalma1947]

YEs. Here is a plan...dip your toe in and vacation in several places that seem interesting like twice a year. Then after sev or many of those trips try renting for a month ease into it.

[@giocd1237]

The moment while sitting in front of the ocean... makes me go to Guanacaste NOW! Happy for you guys, very inspired here ❤️

[@williamdessert3708]

Nadine and Rob, So thrilled you two are doing well. I have a five year plan to live how you two are living. Just ordered your book, Nadine. Look forward to reading it.

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Thank you so much William! If you ever need info look me up on the blog or facebook. :)

[@RicardoRMedina]

So many unhappy people giving "Thumbs Down" on this video, so sad.....

[@jf8461]

Maybe that's a good thing though. Don't want that type of people down there ruining the place!

[@mosslimbayter277]

We went from Canada to Guanacaste to Mazatlan, Mexico. Maz is less corrupt, less expensive, FAR more modern, a short hop to the US, 4 hours to Canada. Both are too hot in the summer.

[@latinaalma1947]

@@mosslimbayter277 I never tell people exactly what town I am in....pr the exact area bec there are already enough expats where I am....seeing what happened to the Yucatan from 1980 til now, well I dont want that for HERE! Once it was a Paradise

[@tybalt1950]

They're withholding a lot of information. What if the homeowner wants his house back? Then how do they find 150 a month rent again. Depriving there lifestyle by not buying food that they'd LIKE to eat. How did she have the money to publish those books. They never revealed a lot in this video. I call bullshit

[@RicardoRMedina]

@@321ozzy I wrote that comment 3 years ago when there weren't that many likes.

[@rhondaheubach3725]

I've made up my mind that I'm moving there!! I've been looking at a place in Playa Hermosa. Scary but I'm going to do it. ALONE!! Thanks for the push I needed!

[@betheshift3530]

Which Hermosa, Guanacaste, or by Jaco?

[@billkennedy9886]

Did you end up moving?

[@dreamingcode]

@@billkennedy9886 of course not

[@GetAThrill]

I understand the fear.

[@TEN-perez]

i live near Playa Hermosa if you need some friends let me know time is better when you share it with friends 🙃 love from Costa Rica 🇨🇷

[@CherWoodiwiss]

I LOVE this show! thank God for a new episode! Keep 'em coming!

[@robertantonvlogs]

OMG! I'm headed to Costa Rica in a week!!! GAH! So excited.

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

I hope it was awesome!

[@robertantonvlogs]

Happier Than A Billionaire It was a dream vacation, really. Had a wonderful time. Thanks!

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

robertantonvlogs Nice! watching you now. You are funny!!! jajajajaja

[@robertantonvlogs]

Thanks ;)

[@Jez2008UK]

This video for me was a message from God - what to do next with my life. Even his gorgeous body was a message to me. Tomorrow, I was due to start my gym membership and get the body I promised myself over the next few months. Trouble is, I can't really afford it right now and was searching for a way to get a great body by working out at home (I have a small space and no equipment). The fact that he has that body from that 'prison room gym' fits me perfectly. All perfect, perfect messages and perfect timing. Oh yeah, and I also want a woman like he has :)

[@grobadongguk]

You can do it! Good luck!

[@modernviewer]

Divine synchronicities....the best!

[@WillieStubbs]

That woman may be waiting to meet you in Costa Rica.... wouldn't hurt meeting someone who already knows her way around.

[@SabrinaDacosta]

You don’t need any equipment. Get a jumping rope and do body weight exercises push ups, burpees, squats, put a lot of weight in a backpack and walk around fast with it and up and down the stairs. Good luck!

[@kidsperspectivefamilytrave9184]

Interesting interview and an inspiration to many people!

[@arkansasedm432]

I enjoyed all of the EX-PAT episodes but love this one so much I have watched repeatedly. Please make more episodes!

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Arkansas EDM Thanks for watching Arkansas!!! You might enjoy my own channel and facebook page. :)

[@shodowarrior]

Thank you for saying so many good things about Costa Rica, I feel very grateful for living in it. Costa Rica is a beautiful country as many others in the world. I'm costarican, and Im sure you would see very nice things here, but for me the only deep last longing true happiness is the one Jesús Christ gives. Blessings !!

[@laurentperron3119]

I read your book and am still seeking your inspiration to take that big step. I played professionally for 20-years. Still have my drums. Maybe if fate will allow it, we could meet you guys, jam or even perhaps do some gigs. How fun would that be! My wife Candee and I celebrate our 40th anniversary next year. I say we take a trip to Costa Rica and test the waters and the highlands. Lake Arenal? Maybe check out Boquete too. Thanks for what you did and do. Love it! Laurent

[@jamesmandas639]

I think this is a great video that many can consider if they feel they just aren't happy where they're living or where they are in life. I'm really happy for these people and for any other people that make the trek and relocate and are much happier. I personally cannot be away from my children and family. Chicago actually is a good fit and my hometown. I know the winters suck but I can jump in my car and hit Florida in 20 hours if I gotta get warm and I love the rest of the year here. So - I think it comes down to weighing your options, preferences and priorities. God bless.

[@afterwork.scrolls]

You are one of the most healthy, happy, content, satisfied, loving couple in this world right now.... n its cause of the ifestyle you chose to live with... hats off to you ...... You are living a dream life right now......

[@jilbertredington8931]

Absolutely admire your decision . you were smart enough to escape the traps that were set for you to make your life miserable in the US , therefore, you experience happiness.

[@danbyrne1258]

I talked with a couple who lived in Costa Rica from Canada but got tired of the theft situation. So just wondering your thoughts on that cause they came back.

[@Youtubing4time]

As a costarican i can tell you that is all about location. A lot of ex- pats or tourists decide to look for a cheap location or worse cheap labor (illegal inmigrants that received less money under the table) and end up paying a hard price for it. For example, the girl that was killed last year in an airbnb escazu , was in a property owned by an american that hire a guard illegally and it turn out to be a rapist running away from his country. A lot of them also prefer to go to places like Jaco, which us basically an american owned by now and most Costaricans tend to avoid the place because is a full on red light district with a lot of sugar dadies, prostitution and sketchy people all around.

[@ticousa]

That's what I'm talking about. Beautifully done, I'm next after this Quarantine pass. One life to live but is enough if you live to the max. Pura Vida !!

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Thank you so much Rob. The feeling is mutual!

[@betheshift3530]

I've lived in CR for thirty years, I wouldn't go back for anything. I've seen folks come and go. It usually takes five years to know they are really gonna stay or not. I will say this... no matter where you go, there you are.

[@thyslop1737]

Well, how about leaving us high and dry? Maybe you could enlighten us as to why?

[@betheshift3530]

@@thyslop1737 Oh, okay, it seems that after five years you will know if you can handle the shift. Obviously there isn't any science to back this up but it's what I've seen. I've watched people kind of stumble along for a few years and decide it's not for them. But when they've been here for a good five years they are probably gonna stay. It's almost like you can't go back to the US ever to live. This is just my experience of watching others. I will say this though, if one is trying to escape something like an addictive pattern, this place will only make it worse. That's what I meant by, no matter where you go, there you are.

[@thyslop1737]

@@betheshift3530 Copy that

[@bikesbeersbeats]

Its amazing to think that if he asked her out more than twice in todays corporate world it would be classed as sexual harassment.

[@jabom99]

@J Cripps sorry Cripps, but sexual harassment has been weaponized by crazy women. I have a friend who is now living a nightmare because of this.

[@sanansa4567]

@J Cripps silly conjecture? you are a fool. If I had a son, I would be lecturing him from the moment he could speak to NEVER ask out a female in school or in the work place. Never tell a joke or laugh at a joke (even a clean joke), in fact if possible do not hire females because they can and some do lobby sexual harassment charges, merely for offering constructive criticism, or discipline if they break the rules (show up late, not get their work done on time, etc).

[@jf8461]

ANOTHER good reason to move to Costa Rica!

[@brianpetersen2364]

Where have all the good men gone hahaha

[@LoveToday8]

bikesbeersnbeats! It would still be harassment no matter what year it is.

[@LuckyDogProductions]

This is great! I worked on a Caribbean travel show and the happiest people we interviewed and met were X-Pats that said, sell the crap, move, and live simple in paradise,

[@osmonddsilva1577]

Beautiful and relaxing! Thanks

[@joecharrette9335]

I'll be making the big move 11 years from now (a year after I retire). However it will be to the Philippines.

[@Seekingtruth-mx3ur]

Good choice

[@bretroberts950]

I highly recommend it!

[@sunnymariposa21]

You guys inspired me to do something like this! move to a beautiful place like Costa Rica..the only thing I think that stopped me is not knowing how my kids will adjust to a life there, other than that I would definitely live there!.

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

I get that completely sunnymariposa21. There are plenty who come here with their children, but it is not near as simple.

[@SoulStar47]

They'll live.

[@human1513]

Your kids will adapt so well that you will wonder why you used them as an excuse to not go forward in life.

[@istiklalcaddesi]

Great couple! Thats what I was thinking just today, "my creative energy isn't gonna come out in a everyday city hustle"... Everyone needs to relax and that energy will be available once we are relaxed.

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Hi LeS4! The people here have been so warm and excepting of me. And you are yet another example of that. Mucho Gusto. Pura Vida!

[@Engagenumberone]

Having no kids is the key.

[@kevinm.8682]

OR- Go after your kids leave home. That should be mid-40s. You still have plenty of life left. It even gives you more time to save up cash.

[@SlugSage]

Kevin M. 👍🏿

[@dan__________________]

@@kevinm.8682 Big problem with this. People have a huge debt load because they had kids too soon. Would never work, as these people had massive equity before they moved.

[@justcallmeassinine]

I know of many thousands of young couples who have retired and moved to the Republic of Cheapistan. I am doing a book on it. "where ever you park your arse, there is always a cheaper place". (working title).

[@justcallmeassinine]

yoseiki Or give up due process and safety

[@hamptonbay100]

Due process in Costa Rica is directly related to how much spare cash you have.

[@justcallmeassinine]

hamptonbay100 I said that also.But people don't believe me. In many corrupt places you can simply be stopped by the police and asked to pay money.If you are a foreigner on vacation you are shark bait. The best you can do in some places is to stay on the tourist trail. Sure Costa Rica doesn't have a bad rep but the whole world is changing now.

[@hamptonbay100]

Just pretend you speak a different language. Some obscure language like French.

[@justcallmeassinine]

hamptonbay100 They don't discriminate based on race or nationality when they want your money.

[@ptrainingbytim]

What a great video and thank you for the inspiration. You and your hubby look healthy and great. God bless you guys!

[@dianne8929]

I Love this couple ! Buddhism is the way, teaching truth and simplicity. How lucky she found that early in life. I love this couples lifestyle and philosophy. I am jealous but at the same time happy that they found happiness. Pur A Vida !

[@tominator3]

"Now my fish tank is the ocean"

[@jaientenduunevoix726]

"It doesn't take billions of dollars to enjoy the best things in life" QFT. Also love the part about peoples attitudes: everybody's miserable why should you be happy lol. Thats no way to live life

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Rob is funny. I Love the line too. "We are all miserable, why should you be happy?" lol

[@tmartin868]

Rob & Nadine, enjoyed your video, and I am certainly enjoying reading your book, I am happy that you guys are living a very fulfilling life.Pura Vida!!!

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Hi Tony! Thanks for watching.

[@NeilsKarlson]

Cool ppl. Thaks for coming.

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Thanks Neil! Pura Vida

[@TheFremenChick]

AWESOME. This is my dream.

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Go for it! :)

[@1purapericulo]

Happier Than A Billionaire Hello Nadine and Rob! Do you have any advice for a dual us/cr citizen? Thinking of doing the same. Thanks :)

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

In my latest book, The Escape Manual, it helps you make sense of the residency process. You never lose your US citizenship, so that's not an issue. First you become a temporary resident in Costa Rica for a couple years, then you file for permanent Pura Periculo . Hope that helps!

[@RPdelegate]

My wife and I wasted some time CHexKplNG OUT PURA VIDAAT THE lAKE aRENAL AND sAN jOSE PARADISE LOCATIONS. nOTHING IN THE usa CAN COMPARE!!

[@surfside-hj2ue]

I could takes this for about two weeks max. I've been to CR.

[@se1775]

surfside why do you say?

[@michaelwilliams714]

Thank you, very informative! Great job!

[@romyenglish]

Amazing , a true inspiration. We will see you soon

[@lindacianchetti3599]

Its 2019, now. Im ready. How much will i need today, to live tbis way? Please advise me???

[@barryfix]

From what I understand their rent is inexpensive because their caretakers I'm not aware there are places like that for rent for 150 a month like that house

[@hershellacey9405]

MUCH more.

[@triaticnomadics1108]

And, if they are caretaking then it should at least be free. They are probably paying for the utilities they are using.

[@patwoodson9599]

Yea they got a deal. If rent was that cheap then tons of people would be there.

[@Don-co9zs]

@@patwoodson9599 10 years ago it was cheaper. It will only go up til the 1% have everything

[@tamzpyne7613]

Beautiful inspiring story.. Live in the moment ❤️

[@fortunato.s]

My first video in this series and the content was interesting and informative but what a great interview, letting the subjects speak and complete full thoughts...thank you :)

[@tarekadam9652]

These cuts are deceptive. Half the interview shots are in Las Catalinas not Huacus.

[@skipstreet]

How far apart are they?

[@tarekadam9652]

@@skipstreet About 20 min, but worlds apart. Huacas is a dumpy little town. Las Catalinas is super high end.

[@SometimesInnocent]

It shows how difficult it can be to integrate an 'adopted' country. Maybe people will have more respect for immigrants to the USA after watching this even more, since the latter very often arrive empty-handed and accept any job going.

[@danieljuliet2036]

Glad to hear a success story guys, we made the jump a year ago, its been a bumpy ride but i am still glad we made the shift, transition..

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

I'm glad you enjoyed it Helen

[@queensigal]

I lived one month in Thailand .There are so many motorcycle accidents there and what are the doctors service like and health insurance ? Why would you think penny pinching is liberating ?! I lived abroad at a beautiful country but i missed the language I think language is important . I couldn't live at a place where I can't communicate with the locals and I would want my children to attend a good education system too which I suspect costs a fortune in a country like Costa Rica

[@pijafinocchio]

People are different.

[@raymontes2307]

Seagull Livingstone a fortune and Latin America in the same sentence? what are you drinking? I lived in Nicaragua for 3 months on 1,500 total for all 3 months. Ate out every day.

[@juanfo7307]

No todo lo que brilla es oro

[@justcallmeassinine]

+juan fo VERY VERY true

[@jf8461]

¿A qué te refieres exactamente? ¿Costa Rica? ¿O el estilo de vida americano que dejaron?

[@hbbjiubgvdtgjbiblkbj]

@@jf8461 Que pintan a CR como un paraíso pero cuando llegan aquí se dan cuenta que no es todo lo que les prometieron. Principalmente porque es demasiado caro, tengo tres vecinos que se fueron hace poco por lo mismo. Uno se fue para Panamá y los otros dos para Ajijic en México. La queja principal ? que su pensión ya no es rendía para cubrir lo básico. Triste pero cierto...

[@joliejolie6201]

Todos estos lugares hermosos con playas les estan subiendo el precio en todo...renta comida pronto van a ser exclusivos para personas con mucho dinero es la triste realidad...

[@jf8461]

@@hbbjiubgvdtgjbiblkbj De acuerdo!!

[@emjayscafe]

So glad I stumbled upon this! I spent some time in Jaco the beginning of this year and there's not a day that goes by that at some point I don't think about my return. All the best to you, Rob and Nadine! Pura Vida!

[@LatiendaEcommerce]

If you liked Jaco, then you will love the rest of CR. I personally love San Jose.

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Thank you!

[@TEN-perez]

@@LatiendaEcommerce haha nah San Jose is actually the ugliest side of Costa Rica 😆

[@HappierThanABillionaire]

Thank you so much PatentLawyer1. We are as happy as we look here. This is really a magical place.

[@sambawomen]

Funny how the local native people of these kinds of places have been told they are poor savages and need to move to some western country to escape. But, all of a sudden when a white western person moves to these so called “third world” countries, all of a sudden it’s paradise and they’ve discovered how life should be. 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️...I tell my young family members everyday to remember they live in paradise and there is absolutely nothing benifical about becoming a money slave in the west, if you can survive completely off your own land and efforts with no need to ever go to a supermarket because your land provides you with everything including natural medicine, without hardly any need for money, you are the freest riches person in the world.

[@sambawomen]

Wayfarer None of my family before my parents ever worked for anyone else and lived abundantly off their land for centuries. Their parents were sold a dream of streets paved in gold in the west and told that their way of life was “uncivilised” by Europeans, and the parents sent their kids to rebuild countries in the west destroyed by war, and became slaves to a system that to this day does not welcome them. Now they go back home and realise the retirement dream life they just spent their lives working towards in the west is the same life they lived naturally as children anyway, free with no master or paycheque. Land and the soil gives all you need and the land they inherited from their family’s is the greatest inheritance they have, and now it’s my inheritance which I will never turn my back on or sell. My ancestors provided and I am eternally grateful.

[@sambawomen]

Wayfarer I’m sorry I have clearly hit a nerve. I understand my truth can offend the insecure. I hope you find peace within yourself in this life, if not, you have eternity to do so.

[@snuffysmithh8482]

Most of what you describe sounds pretty awesome, but $6 a gallon for gas does not. Also someone on here said prices for housing is rather high, kind of contradictory to what you are saying.

[@CarlosG2288]

That's like saying price for housing in U.S. is high... it's a vague statement considering you can buy a 2 bedroom house in a small town in the midwest for $50,000 or buy the same 2 bedroom house in San Francisco for $1,200,000 I'm sure there are popular places in Costa Rica that are expenses just like there are places that are cheap

[@johnhahahah8524]

I read Nadine's first book, it's fantastic! I love these guys. Reading the second one now and bought the third one too.

[@bigmike6853]

She hits the nail on the head at 16:05! So very true. Great video!

[@horrorcoder]

Seems easy, if you have already a lot of savings.

[@alexanderordinary2110]

you would be surprised. there are plenty of online jobs available today to help with things. seen many people do it....

[@horrorcoder]

@@alexanderordinary2110 Sure I don't deny that, I'm a web developer and work mostly remotely. I'm speaking about doing this kind of appealing and radical changes without a good amount of money to cover you up, in that last case I don't think you can live so nicely

[@alexanderordinary2110]

@@horrorcoder again not true. If you have a decent job lined up, you can go live practically anywhere in the world, seen many do it....but if you keep saying its not possible, then it aint possible...

[@horrorcoder]

@@alexanderordinary2110 Yeah I too see a lot of peoples doing it and the concept of being a "digital nomad" attract me a lot. The issue is more a personal one, I live in Italy and even if I'm a senior web dev my salary is like 1/3 of a german fellow dev, sometimes I can barely reach the end of the month because here (in ligury) is all pricey, from rent to food. So from one side I'm tempted to escape from this shit of country, but from the other side I'm afraid to relocate in a new distant place with very little savings and knowing that I've just one bullet in the chamber

[@alexanderordinary2110]

@@horrorcoder hmmmmm.... I guess there's no hope...........