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[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

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[@zalbikaabdulatipov8824]

Can I move from USA to uk permanently

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@zalbikaabdulatipov8824 I think they have a lot of similar processes. I would look into an immigration lawyer or check out visajourney.com 😀 Best of luck!

[@zalbikaabdulatipov8824]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily yes please let me know when your free

[@zalbikaabdulatipov8824]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily because I’m planning moving there I have few of my relatives and friends that live there

[@Zodliness]

Thank you for sharing your story. I was born and have always lived in the UK. I've never been able to afford to go on a weekend break, or a holiday, let alone afford to travel abroad. Now at sixty years of age and windowed eight years, I''ve never been in poorer health, I finally have the funds though, but not the health to travel. I've been invited to stay with friends in Paris and Louisiana USA for as long as I want, but because of a recent D.V thrombosis. I'm still medically unable to fly. Bummer eh? 😉😂

[@l4zrh4wk]

I’d love to move to Oregon from the UK but I’m a single child and my parents are elderly, I just can’t bring myself to leave them until they pass. Until then Oregon will remain my dream, one day I’ll make it a reality ❤️

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Oregon is beautiful! We did the entire coat last year and loved it. I completely understand. It’s so hard being away from family. It kills me everyday. Keep us posted on your journey. We will be sending positive vibes your way!

[@GhostSubstitute]

You know. I’m in the same boat. My advice is rethink your position. It sucks. But you weren’t born to support them. It hurts. But you’ll die with regret if you don’t enjoy your best years where you want to be. (Probably)

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@GhostSubstitute that’s a great way to think about it!

[@GhostSubstitute]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily what’s the top 3 things of the move uk->usa?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@GhostSubstitute as in the top three steps?

[@bettergo18818]

Being an expat for 15 years overseas this is so spot on. It's the intangibles that often get ignored when we relocate and then halfway through once the tasks stop flooding in you realize you've changed and the people back home have too. That was a huge mindset shift. Thanks for articulating this so well!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thanks so much! It’s definitely challenging. Do you live in the states now?

[@bettergo18818]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily yeah, we are in Texas after living in China since '05.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

We love Texas! I hope it feels like home for you now!

[@petermizon4344]

ALSO MAKE SURE YOU KEEP BRITISH CITIZENSHIP SO YOU CAN GET TREATED ON NHS AND NOT GO BANKRUPT

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

It’s crazy over here! America makes you denounce any of your previous citizenships now, but I’m sure there are loopholes. I couldn’t believe how expensive it was to have children 🙃

[@petermizon4344]

YES BEEN TO STATES AT LEAST 12 TIMES FOR LONG HOLIDAYS BUT ONE THING I DONT WANT IS WASTING MY HARD EARNED CASH ON MY ILNESSES, WHEN I CANT GET THE MOST IMPORTANT ONES DONE FOR FREE LIKE CANCER AND HEART PROBS TO WHICH I HAD ONE, USA PRIVATE AND BUPA IN IK IS LIKE BUYING CAR INSURANCE LOL

[@wisdomasculture3173]

​@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily wow, I thought you can have a dual citizenship?

[@tulanebs]

Or you can be like most Americans and have private insurance. If your income is low enough, you get free insurance. Out of pocket will be higher but taxes lower so it evens out. Of course the care in the US is dramatically better.

[@petermizon4344]

@@tulanebs YES ITS BETTER IF YOU GOT THE CASH AT LEAST IN UK IF I GET CANCER OR HEART PROBS I DONT HAVE TO WORRY IN UK, A WOMÀ WAS ON JOHN OLIVER SHOW ON HBO AND HER HUBBY HAD 80000 COVER , HE GOT CANCER AND HIS COVER WAS ABOUT TO RUN OUT, POOR BUGGER

[@wildzenventures]

What a heartfelt message! Good advice, Merry Christmas to your family, hope you all get to go back soon and visit.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thank you so much. Merry Christmas to you all! I really appreciate that and hope we can too!

[@rafsworldtravel]

Love this look back after 10 years. Quite emotional really. And I can really relate to the sadness of leaving things and people behind in UK. Thanks for sharing! Hope to catch up with you in England one day :)

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thanks so much, Mart! I really hope so too! Let’s plan on it. We hope to finish the 27 states next year and then head over to England. We are also happy to visit in the Philippines too! ❤️

[@stitchie_play8260]

I left to move to Australia from the UK 13 years ago. Thanks for shedding light on a lot of the untold truths of moving your life. The guild, the excitement and the extra layers you need to go through in life.

[@JeremiahFulbright]

This is amazing. Thank y’all for sharing this ❤️

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thanks so much, Jeremiah! Do you have big plans for Christmas?

[@JeremiahFulbright]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily headed to Missouri this week to spend time with my nieces and great nieces/nephews and family. ❤️.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@JeremiahFulbright that will be lovely! We look forward to checking in to hear all about it. Happy holidays my friend!

[@janisparr8592]

Merry Christmas! You are so right about life happening - it’s sometimes difficult even living in the same country to take the time/effort/expense to make visits happen.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

It really is! I know your dad doesn’t live really close by- it’s so nice you get to see him from time to time though. I hope you two have a wonderful Christmas Janis

[@dannybartlett4225]

bro i spent years in the military and coming home was hard nothing was the same and don't feel like home anymore. That inner voice of lets go to the US is screaming in my ear but means leaving home again and going to live my life im an adventurer at heart and the pull is hard to hide lol well done to you guys

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I appreciate that- I’m going back in May for the first time in over a decade - it makes me really nervous that it will be so different. Even seeing my parents. We are wanderers too- on state 32, living in our RV. Are you from England as well?

[@bh1567]

When I was away from family for years at a time the ol saying "holidays are the hardest" is a real thing. Felt that.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

They really are. Thank you so much for watching! I hope you are back with your family now!

[@dennisdaniels2992]

Hi Chris, I hope you and your family enjoy your Holiday Season!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thank you so much! I hope your Holidays are wonderful!

[@Jbaldw1n]

I’m from London! I’ve always wanted to move to the US and this video has really made me think a bit more into it! I appreciate how genuine you guys seem ❤stay positive xx

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I hope your dream comes true! Thank you so much! We are on our way to London next month for a visit, can’t wait! Please keep us updated and let us know if you have any questions!

[@freddiemedley5580]

Genuine my arse... This is what living in that hell whole is actually like. Okay so you like using your feet? Well say good bye to those as your going to have to drive everywhere. Do you like just being able to be ill and take time off? Well you can only do that a few times a year. Do you like being able to go on holiday? Well you only get two weeks off a year so count in family problems and you'll be lucky if you can go off once a year. Also they don't have college/sixth form so hope your kids don't resent you for life by making them do two extra years of Secondary school. And how could I forget let's say you brake a leg "well that'll be 17-35 grand partner". Yeah do yourself a d your family a favor and make sure NEVER to move to that hell whole

[@Obatala_Vibez]

@@freddiemedley5580UK or USA? lol

[@coaldust01]

​@@freddiemedley5580interesting perspective, You are from the US?

[@kelliallbones1795]

Merry Christmas to you all. ❤️ Hugs to you guys. Chris, I get the feels you are going through. I hope all the pieces come together and you all (y'all I'm in Texas again... lol) get to go visit very soon!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thanks so much, Kelli! You and Larry probably get that same feeling. Merry Christmas! I hope we see you in the new year!

[@kelliallbones1795]

I really hope to see you guys too!!! 😃

[@kathyhall9410]

Love this video can’t wait till we all meet up and you come to England for visit love you all mum xxxx

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

We can’t wait either! ❤️❤️❤️

[@chasingadeline]

Thanks for sharing!!! It’s always tough when the other half of the family is on the other side of the world

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thanks so much! It’s so great to have friends that understand! How are you all?

[@keeks.please]

​@@TheLiveOutLoudFamilymy family is Houston I just returned thinking of moving but my heart is so torn 💔

[@dorseybell]

Tuning in from South Texas! We'll be at South Padre Island in a couple weeks!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Oh my gosh! Please keep us posted! We have always wanted to go there!

[@nunziawright6442]

yep. This is me. I left Italy moved to Florida and I did not think of the cost of traveling after you have kids its been impossible. And life has changed over there too. nothing is the same.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

How do you like life in Florida? I’m sorry! I completely feel your pain. It is crazy expensive! Side note: Italy is at the very top of Morgan’s bucket list. Morgan and Jude are learning to speak Italian in preparation. If you the any tips or must go places we would appreciate them!

[@connor3015]

I move this saturday to be with my partner who is American. I have always lived in Wales with my family, never moved from the same town as them, so to now be moving across the pond is frightening yet thrilling with this bitter sweetness left behind. I dont have any kids, but i leave behind my niece who is more like my little sister and my nephew who has just turned one. The thought of missing out on their life hurts deep to the core. But i cannot wait to be with my soul mate again, it just sucks that I cannot fly the family over to live in the US haha.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I can completely relate- it’s soo hard. It still eats at me. We haven’t had the chance to get over in years and it makes me feel horrible, but like you mentioned I would be miserable without the family I have created here. Such a hard spot to be in. Where in the states are you moving to? It be great to meet up! I have met so many expats here (2 good friends) and it helps to have that little slice of home. Keep us posted!

[@nathancharlesworth1666]

hows it going man

[@Ru-lf7lk]

How did you do it is it a long process cause I've met a girl and she's in Boston and I wanna live with her I have no family and I'm googling stuff and I'm not sure where to start

[@theovertons3185]

Your mum is very proud of you 😁 and Sophia and Zara talk to me about u every day. They told me today that I had to come on and see the video that they are on 😊 x

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Oh wow! Hi Shelley, hope you are doing well. That was nice of the girls to tell you all about our KZbin channel, haha. We are hoping to fly over soon and they will be in a few more videos😊 Very cool that you work at their school too!

[@marypettyfer4640]

I'm so sorry the things that have changed 😔 🙏❤

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thank you so much! I guess that’s life - just didn’t anticipate it being so hard! We appreciate your friendship, Mary!

[@arethamunroe2543]

Is it worth moving kitchen appliances with an adapter?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I don’t think so- I didn’t take any big items

[@MrK8095]

Hello, I enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing. I'm wondering if you or anyone here has any advice for me .. I'm 32 single male from Ireland I work as a delivery driver throughout Ireland. Price of living to quality of life here is not for me anymore . Since a kid I dreamt of going to America and iv recently decided I have nothing to lose leaving here . But do I have a chance of securing a visa when Im 32 and with no real qualifications??

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I think you work in hospitality, so that is experience! I would try looking for seasonal positions at hotels or even check out CCUSA! Please keep us posted! Wishing you tons of luck! Thank you so much for watching

[@ImMamba]

Hi, very nice family you have. I am looking to move across the pond as an engineer and wondered. Can i start applying to jobs before i come over on linked in??

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thank you so much! Without a business to sponsor you I’m not sure you can just take a job that’s available. I ran into that when I first moved here. There are different ways to obtain visas though! There’s a social media lawyer called Shamayev Law that has a lot of free resources. We went on his show a few months ago 😀 Best of luck. Please keep us posted!

[@1822design]

hi. im looking at wanting to move to Tennessee, I have a bespoke kitchen company but I've been told for a company to be able to hire me I would need a degree for the visa. is this correct ?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

We love Tennessee! I’m not sure on that one. We were on a podcast a while ago with an immigration lawyer called Shamayev Law. he has a lot of free resources online and he’s an immigrant himself. He might be a great person to connect with. Please keep us updated on your journey. What part of Tennessee are you thinking? We love pigeon Forge in Gatlinburg!

[@JoeT.1960]

Merry Christmas am glad you are here, you look like my stepson 🏝🏝

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thank you so much, Joe! We hope your Christmas is full of fun and sun!

[@JoeT.1960]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily ❤❤

[@SantosChronicles]

Such a great story Chris. Your story is so unique. 10 years just flies by! Will be so exciting to see your UK trip. Merry Christmas!!!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thank you so much Carl. Yes!! It will be an emotional video for sure! Merry Christmas to you guys too and thank you for your continuous support. 🥹

[@Atlas1198]

I’m a paramedic in the UK , what’s it like for the paramedics (EMTS) in the USA? Thanks

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

You know, I’m not sure, but those in the medical field seem to make more money here. Are you thinking of moving here?

[@Atlas1198]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily I am thinking about it as properties are much better over there for value . I have a 3 year old so it most likely won’t be possible .

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@Atlas1198 you never know! Check out Shamayev Business Law - we were on his podcast a few months ago and he offers a lot of free resources to help people move to the states! There might be a visa available!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@Atlas1198 also, 3 is such a fun age! I miss those days! Good luck and please keep us posted!

[@Atlas1198]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily thank you ! I’l have to educate myself further with this and il check the podcast thank you for the support ! Have a great day

[@deezy88888]

My wife is from the US, we live in the UK and we're thinking about moving closer to her family. However we're unsure about the process. Any tips on going through the process of getting a spousal visa?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Hello, sorry for the delay in responding. YES! When I was going through the process I used visajourney.com I highly recommend it. There are really great forums on there, processing times, tips and the community is generally good at getting back and answering questions.

[@frontier_conflict-qh1vj]

Really makes sense mate, I moved to the US 3 years ago during covid and didn't think id be moving when i did. I find when i go back home im out of step with life back home. Its not quite as glorified as it seems. Saying that I do love my life here and I'm having a real experience with a lot of opportunities. I think i you just make of it what you do.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

That’s a great way to look at it! I’m going back to visit in May for the first time in 11 years. Thanks for preparing me for what to expect. Where did you end up living in the states?

[@IdkIdk-tb9pf]

Is it possible to find plumbing job there, and if they can sponsor me for the uk?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I’m not sure! Morgan’s brother is a plumber - I’ll have to ask him! Usually they have to go through a big process proving it’s hard/ impossible to find workers here- but I know there is a shortage in the trades.

[@aprilruledearth]

I know that this is an older video and probably won't get a response, but. I've been living in-between LA and Liverpool throughout the last few years. But in the last two or three years, living in Liverpool has felt like a chore, like something I need to suffer through to keep peace with my family. However, my girlfriend of 12 years (American citizen) is wanting to settle. Start a family, buy a home and potentially have kids. And while I am super down to live in LA and would love to live there, it feels selfish to leave my family behind. I think I would prefer to be in the US and am wondering how I should inform my parents. Have you got any advice as to how to break the news in a way that will preserve my family's relationship with me? (I should note that when my uncle moved to Finland, he and my family had a strenuous relationship for a few years before they got used to it. (He didnt visit often)) I hope I'm not oversharing lol ❤

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Definitely not over sharing! I can definitely relate! LA is amazing and can see why you would be so torn. We are actually visiting England right now and it’s the first time we’ve been back in 10 years! Thankfully my family was supportive but it is so hard. It’s expensive to go back and forth (as I’m sure you are finding) and even more difficult with kids, but hopefully if you budgeted and planned right you could take an annual trip - and If your family is able to visit I couldn’t imagine a cooler place than LA! Hopefully if they know your heart and how much it means to you they will understand - especially if you do go back once in a while and they can come visit!

[@nellileppert2946]

All the states? Have you been to Alaska?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Not yet! We have been to 29 in just under a year. We can’t wait for Alaska! Have you been?

[@OliHickton]

I’m thinking of moving to America once i turn 18, do you reckon this would be possible ?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

It all depends on what you want to do. What I did when I was 18 was get a job through CCUSA- I worked as a camp counselor and it was amazing. They provided the visa and it allowed me to travel after. That might be a place to start! Keep us posted!

[@OliHickton]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily Thanks mate! I want to be a musician with my partner, it’s been our dream since we were 12 to live there. Will keep posted! Thank you so much 🫶

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@OliHickton follow your dreams! You only get one life! I’m excited to hear your story about making them a reality!

[@marypettyfer4640]

Happy Anniversary ❤❤

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thanks so much, Mary! It’s crazy how quickly time has flown by!

[@joshuafirby4361]

Hi I’m Josh I watched your videos. I have questions Im hopefully moving to USA in a year or two hopefully to be with my fiancé what is the Visa process like?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Hi, Josh! Congratulations! Where in the states? We travel full-time and always love meeting other expats. As far as visas go, we went with the fiancé visa. We used visajourney.com, a free resource to connect with others in similar situations for questions and ideas on wait times. I’m happy for you, Josh!

[@joshuafirby4361]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily Thank you I will be going to Virgina where my fiancé lives I visited her in may I will going back in January for her birthday an then I will hopefully spend the whole summer with July August till early September

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@joshuafirby4361 that reminds me of my own long distance story. We love Virginia! A few weeks ago we were in Deltaville, and Gwynn’s Island. One of our favorite states! Best of luck!

[@joshuafirby4361]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily I will be around Gloucester and Williamsburg

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@joshuafirby4361 oh wow! How cool! We’ve heard Williamsburg is beautiful.

[@rd3262]

My wife is a qualified Midwife in the UK. I have no formal quals but I have been in senior management now for over ten years, 4 of them running the Ambulance Service special operations division as a head of service. We’ve got three kids. Desperately trying to move from the UK to the US. What route would you recommend we take?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

So great to connect with you! I hope that you’re all able to make it over here! I wish I had some great advice for you, but I at least know who you can turn to. We connected with a lawyer in Florida who seems really great and I don’t believe that he charges unless you actually get the visa. I could be wrong on that. Check out Shaymaev Law on social media- I think he has free resources too! Please keep us posted!

[@rd3262]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily thank you!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@rd3262 absolutely! I wish I could be more help- I went with CCUSA, but not sure what they have to offer and if you could bring a family over.

[@freddiemedley5580]

Please do not do that to your kids! I went to both American and English schools as my mum dated an American 🤮 for a bit. I helped make sure they broke up so I could get out of that hell hole. So unless you want your kids to resent you for the rest of your life move to New Zealand, Gibraltar, Australia or any other English speaking country/territory.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Where do you live now?

[@gromhub]

I'm in the UK wanting to move but wonder how hard it is to get setup at 30 should I have gone years ago instead lol 😆 I have friends there and visit but I'd love to go permanently

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

That’s a loaded question, but a good question. A lot of factors to think about. Cost of living can vary state to state, if you were to settle what state are you looking at? It’s never too late to make a change in my opinion, you would probably want to have some savings before a move. What line of work are you in? You could look to secure a job before moving, that would help. (Don’t forget no NHS over here)

[@gromhub]

@The Live Out Loud Family I work in construction and have site management qualifications etc for here not sure if there globally recognised as US work to OSHA standards I believe and we work to the HASAWA standard. Have experience with landscaping and alsoets of building etc.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I would look into immigration lawyers on social media! I was on a livestream with one from Florida and he offers a ton of free resources. His firm is Shaymaev. He could probably put you in the right direction! There is also visajourney.com that’s really helpful!

[@gmdhargreaves]

Chin up matey ❤❤you’re a good man

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thank you- I really appreciate that!

[@nateryan7041]

hi mate its such a heart filled explanation I have traveled before and returned after years and nothing was the same for me but alot was and its for that reason that i was never able to settle down in my home country its my dream to be able to move to the states and live there and be able to travel around the same way you are with your family which i think is amazing and well done because its no easy feat !! can you tell me if theres an options for me to move too the united states ??

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thank you so much for watching him for your very kind response! For me, the easiest way to explore the states and work here for a while was to go through a company that was hiring. I picked CCUSA because they also paid for travel expenses and allowed me to explore after I was done working. There are lots of different visa options though if that doesn’t work for you. I know there are vas for talent fiancé, tons of them. Please keep us posted on your journey!

[@nateryan7041]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily is there a way to talk to you via WhatsApp or email I would like to get some more information about the ccusa I'm struggling to find any companies too hire as I don't know where to start looking !!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@nateryan7041 absolutely! Or IG!

[@Bjix]

We’re going to see a surge of young Brits (hopefully including myself someday) moving to the US and Australia due to the current state of the country (low wages, high tax, the inefficiency of the NHS ect.) and it’s kinda sad because we’re in a situation where the best option is to jump ship rather than work to improve the current state of the uk

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

That is really sad. We will be back visiting in a few weeks for the first time in a decade, so I’m eager to see all the changes!

[@Lia_punpkin069]

Where do u apply for green card????

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Hello 👋 My first step was to apply for a fiancé visa and then a green card once we wed. All forms can be found in the USCIS.gov site. 😊

[@lauramarchant8167]

Thanks for sharing!. I’m watching in Beverley, East Yorkshire in England. I love America but I don’t think I could live there…no NHS for a start!. Having to pay to give birth there etc too!.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Oh it’s crazy for sure! The insurance we had through work at the time only kicked in after you spent $20,000 out of pocket 😳 so to have our two boys it was $30,000 - a huge shock! We talk about living in England from time to time. I hope you can visit the states or maybe get a seasonal job. It it is beautiful here, but there are definitely drawbacks. Thanks so much for connecting, Laura!

[@marksmith4892]

It occurs to me that not long ago, if somebody emigrated from the UK to the US, their lives would be upended because communication and travel would have been quite limited. But today?? You can stay in touch on the daily if you want to, share video and photos, interact live over Skype or other similar platforms, visit each other in both directions, etc. So instead of your interactions with family becoming limited, today, they are almost expanded because now you can go anywhere in UK or US on vacations because you have homes (free room & board) in either spot.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

That’s a great way to look at it! And most so true. I wish we had free room and board 😂 we are going back in May and it’s a major expense for us - for a family of 4 plan tickets are just under 5k, Airbnb 2k, rental car, transportation, etc. we are budgeting 10k and how it’s enough 🤞. But for some that’s not very much, so it’s all a matter of perseverance! 😀

[@marksmith4892]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily airbnb? can't you just stay with your folks? i guess houses are much tinier there than in the us? also is it really 5k for plane tickets?? damn when i go from cleveland to charleston, south carolina i pay like a little over $250 for ROUND TRIP tickets, but that is for one person only. still, multiply that by 4 and only 1k, which is WAY cheaper than quintuple that amount.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@marksmith4892 that would be nice. Yeah, spaces are much smaller over there. When we owned a home in Lansing, Michigan it was just a little 1800 sq. Ft house for American standards, but that would be a very big house over there. 😂 felt big to me! Airfare definitely adds up. It’s cheaper to fly from the east coast, but then you have to spend the time and money getting to the east coast so it adds up. That’s awesome you are traveling in the states! We have been to 32 states together so far. It’s been a blast!

[@marksmith4892]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily i'm single and looking for houses in the 2500 sq. ft. range with fireplace and 2 bathroom LOOOOOL i had actually found one in a great neighborhood, built 1976 with fully updated bathrooms and kitchen, new driveway and roof, new HVAC, whole house was in great condition. it was 2500 sq ft and JUST the bedroom was so big it was like 2.5 master bedrooms put together. it was so fking long you could probably have fit about 5-6 king size beds end to end. just for me hahahaha. we really do have so much space in the US. had a nice big yard, too!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@marksmith4892 oh my gosh- that sounds so spacious! I’ve definitely never seen anything like that in the UK 😂

[@retrooreo9244]

I’m from England and been with my girlfriend(American) for almost 7 months, I’ve known her since 2020. One day I would like to move to the US to properly build our relationship. I turn 21 in October. What are some of the best ways on how to be able to move to the US?. And how hard is it truly ?, I know everyone says it’s hard or you just have super smart or to be super amazing at something to be able to move out there, unfortunately I lack in both departments 😂, so is that truly the case or is there still hope for me to be able to move out there in the future and hopefully start a new cool chapter with my girlfriend?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Aww I can totally relate! It’s doable, but it is a lot of work. Are you thinking about marriage? A fiancé visa is nice but you have to fly out after approved and can’t work for a while. Shaymaev Law in Florida has a great social media presence and a lot of free information. Feel free to reach out anytime and keep us posted! Eat of luck!

[@retrooreo9244]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily haven’t thought of marriage yet, will wait a few years and see how the relationship develops and grows, hopefully for the best. Thanks for the tips, I’m sure they will come in handy 👍🏻. I’ll try and keep you guys posted even tho it may be in many years to come 🤣(you just got a new subscriber)

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@retrooreo9244 thanks so much! I completely understand that too- we did long distance for 4 years! It was fun and worth it - the goodbyes sucked, but made us stronger in the end. Best of luck! I look forward to hearing your updates!

[@NJGTV]

yeah your best bet would be a marraige visa or a fiance visa @@retrooreo9244

[@davidsingh8515]

Thank you for the video, heart-warming and it really put this move into perspective in regards to moving away from family. 😪 I leaving my birth town, Newcastle up North in UK to Seattle USA in 6 months with partner and 2 teenage boys. We have received our Green cards 6 months ago. My hardest obstacle is leaving family behind but want to give USA a try. I have great support from my In-Laws who live in Seattle in USA. I be grateful If I could send you correspondence on a few issue's that we may have.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I appreciate that so much! It’s a big move and I completely understand how you feel. It can be so hard leaving things behind but if you have a solid plan to get back and visit I bet you’ll love it here. Seattle is amazing! We just exploded a couple months ago and really love the whole energy of the city. Feel free to message us on any of our social platforms or shoot us an email. We’d love to connect! Best of luck to you. I look forward to staying connected!

[@davidsingh8515]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily thank you for the reply. I see on your video you have a Newcastle United Jersey on, my birth town. Boy's are at that stage they going to miss there soccer her in UK! 👍

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@davidsingh8515 that’s my team! I’ve supported them all my life. I would love to take them to a game when we go back! Just like when I was a kid! Is that your team too?

[@xphynxy2455]

Hey how has it gone for you so far

[@harryf17]

did you go back?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Not yet, but we will be in May! Can’t wait!

[@DayHser7264]

My bf wants to come to live with me but it really difficult for us 😢 How we should do? 😞

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I can complete understand! Are you ready for marriage? It’s an “easier,” process if so. There are seasonal jobs - he could check out CCUSA to see if there’s anything if your area. Keep us posted!

[@DayHser7264]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily we are not married yet! He will come and married in USA. Thanks for reply me 😊

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@DayHser7264 congratulations! That’s exciting! I would check out visajourney.com. That helped me a lot and it’s a great free resource!

[@Dreakimsworld]

Hi Chris so I am a British citizen and my bf is American we want to get married and have me over there with him are there any steps or advice also we’ll be getting married in the states if possible. Thank u love ur beautiful family

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Congratulations! That’s so exciting! I would look into a Fiancé Visa to get the ball rolling. Visajourney.com is a great resource - I used it a lot and managed to not need a lawyer, which saved us a lot of money- it was stressful though. Please keep us posted! What state are you moving to?

[@Dreakimsworld]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily okay thank u so much I’ll look into it. He lives in Alabama then we’re looking to move to either Florida or Houston

[@NJGTV]

my wife is american we currently live in the uk but she wants to move back so that will be the plan eventually. You made me realise how different life will be i didnt really think about all the stuff you mentioned lol but i guess thats life make the most of every day because time really does fly. I have been thinking oh well its only one plane ride away no big deal lol.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Hey 👋 thanks for watching. I think it’s one of those grass is always greener on the other side situations. I have a great life here in the states with the little family my wife and I have made, we are currently enjoying traveling to all 50 States in our RV! You’re right though, just a plane ride away! You can always visit, gets harder when your family grows though :) I’m sure you will enjoy your time here in the US, where will you be moving to?

[@NJGTV]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamilythat’s honestly sounds so fun what’s your favourite state so far and we will most likely move to Dallas because that’s where she’s from but have also been looking at other places too like Chicago, Vegas etc guess I’ll have to visit them all first and see what feels like home

[@dennisdaniels2992]

Chris, one day I like to visit your home in Detroit!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Detroit is amazing 😀

[@JarmanGaming]

How is everyone managing to move there? I have zero options since I have no family there, I suffer from autism and severe social anxiety so I doubt anyone would hire me, and I don’t have a relationship of any sort with an american

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Have you ever looked into CCUSA? They offer seasonal positions you could apply for. Keep us posted!

[@JarmanGaming]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamilyjust had a quick peak and unfortunately they only have a volunteering position for San Diego or New Orleans

[@user-qk1el8vu9d]

Anyone who leaves their home country will feel conflicted in some ways. Americans sometimes have a hard time moving to different states.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thank you! That’s a really great reminder!

[@thn5587]

As a European citizen how can someone move to stay in USA permanently?

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Employment would be a good option for anyone in a field where American’s need workers. There are lots of different visa options too - Talent, Fiancé, etc, I hope that helps! Where are you from?

[@thn5587]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily thank you for your kind response.

[@zainkhalid3670]

I'm a skilled professional and will move to the UK or the US. But I can't decide where exactly. I like the work life balance the UK offers but the freedom & the career opportunities of the US are appealing to me.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I couldn’t agree with you more! Those are the major pros and cons we consider as well! We are going back to the UK this May, so it will be interesting to see what has changed!

[@krazyexploitz4048]

Hi, I'm trying to move to the US from the UK, to see my Girlfriend, but I don't mean much money at all and It's extremely difficult to move, could you help me please!

[@Webzgaming20]

I’m an 20 year old that wants to move to the USA but I don’t know where to start

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I would check out CCUSA and look for seasonal work- they provide visas and you can travel after!

[@jordanmarazzi3548]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamilydamn I got to search that up!!

[@dkt7922]

Once I break in to the tech scene I’m genuinely thinking about moving to America after getting about a year or two experience

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

That’s awesome! I bet there’s lots of work here!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

What state do you want to move to?

[@dkt7922]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily not to sure Texas is on my list tho

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@dkt7922 Texas is amazing! The people we met were all SO welcoming! We stayed there for a month last year!

[@xXBoogzXx]

I don’t have much family I want adventure with out all the hassle so I figure America is the place to go as it’s so big

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

There’s a lot to see here!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

We are traveling to all the states- currently on state 32

[@PR1V4TE]

I woundered why you left brit. And came to watch this vidoe. After hearing your losses. I'd say try avoid recalling your past by not visiting the brit. It will emotional take you down. When you said grandma. I can understand how you are emotionally connected to your family. Hope you find some joy in us. Definately gonna watch other videos of yours. Bye for now.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thank you so much. Really means a lot and I appreciate your kind words! It is really hard and I know if I make it over it will definitely take an emotional toll on me. Thanks for being here!

[@dennisdaniels2992]

Chris, Detroit is the birthplace of Motown Music!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Absolutely! So much history!

[@Kntr111]

Hi, did you find it hard to make friends in America or was it quite easy? I'd like to move to the US one day but I was wondering how easy or hard it is to meet people and create friendships. Many thanks!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I thought it was soo easy! I flew by myself to work for a summer. I didn’t know anyone and ended marrying a co-worker and a mate I made was in my wedding. I have found American people for the most part to be really welcoming. Keep us posted!

[@miniminichunkymini-le4us]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily very nice experience

[@miniminichunkymini-le4us]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily I want to come to America. It looks much more fun.

[@twintek1099]

Is it less depressing? Cos living in the uk, especially up north, can be dull. Its grey, rainy, boring and just bland.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Haha I don’t know they both have pros and cons and there are some states that get just as much gloomy weather. California and Florida are sunny most of the year - love those states! We have considered moving back to England - there are some things I really miss.

[@awanthimuthuwa2707]

Wooooow its good 👍

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thanks so much!

[@ryanbell4952]

I have an opportunity to work for the US branch of my company. I have a wife and a daughter who is 8. Both me and her would pull in double the house hold income that what we have no. The only issue is i work offshore so for 2 weeks a month i’d be in the atlantic ocean whilst she was at home (probably tampa bay area) without any support. Its such a hard thing to chose, a sunny new exciting life with endless choices for activities and endless opportunities for my daughter growing up - or stay in northern england which has been neglected for decades and is visibly in a downward spiral to poverty, drug users and obviously our 10 months of cloud and rain we get a year.. with the upside of being able to see your family when ever you want. Im more in favour of going to the US than my wife and I understand we both have to want it for it to happen otherwise it will be a painful experience

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I’ve found Americans are so friendly, I bet you all would find friends and a community if you moved. It’s just such a big country with so much opportunity. Just last year we traveled to 23 states and are now planning the next 27. Please stay in touch!

[@ryanbell4952]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily yeah, we have both been to the US 3 times. Orlando and NYC. Just love the tropical climate and outdoor lifestyle in florida more than NYC. Americans are really open and forward compared to what we brits are like so im sure people would make effort to interact with her while im away. She owns a salon and cosmetic studio here in the UK which is literally the melting pot of girl gossip

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Morgan’s sister lives in Florida - such a beautiful state! Haha she will make friends over here in no time. Next time you make it over, please let us know. Our oldest is going on 8.

[@DemyJeremiah]

How can get a family in USA

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Haha I met my wife working at a summer camp through CCUSA - good place to start to meet great people!

[@DemyJeremiah]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily how can I get a family in USA

[@angelrose7906]

I did the opposite. If I had it to do over, would have stayed in the USA.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Really, that’s so interesting! I’d love to hear why if you don’t mind. We are in England now and the boys seem to like it a lot more! We would appreciate the inside scoop!

[@angelrose7906]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily Hi, Glad you are enjoying. I don't have children, so maybe that makes a difference. Compared to how I lived in the states, I feel everything cost so much, the health care here in UK hasn't worked well for my husband and I. The bad weather doesn't help either.

[@dennisdaniels2992]

Chris, I think the brits is taking all over the place!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Haha I could see that- we have met a few on the road!

[@teaacustardcream2868]

If I see another Remitly ad I am going to crack up

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

😂

[@perxxan5534]

Make a video of the surprise

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

That’s such a good idea! Thank you!

[@KaziShumon]

❤❤❤❤

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thanks so much for the love!

[@raalaa121]

I don't like the fact that they make you denounce your other citizenships.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

From what I read is that the UK will still recognize you - not sure how true that is- I didn’t like it either

[@marypettyfer4640]

MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎅 🎄 ❤

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Merry Christmas, Mary! Wishing you the best across the pond! 🎄

[@aarw22]

Candy.... Nooooooo. Chocolate - c'mon - don't lose your ways :L

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

😅 it’s different over here!

[@Sona77.]

You sound like you did a great job creating a life for yourself in a brand new country. I was born in the USA and I was wondering if UK would be a better fit because of the health system. But I hate the cold so I need to think lol 😂

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Thank you very much. NHS is nice, and the cold usually isn’t too bad 🤣 I miss it a lot!

[@camthesaxman3387]

Chicago, or god forbid, Canada, have worse cold than the UK.

[@Sona77.]

@@camthesaxman3387 so true!!

[@khiemle5813]

girl ! just move

[@prossiearinaitwe5719]

The health system is overwhelmed. Its not the best.

[@TypicalZain]

1:27 is that David dobrick ?!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Haha I used to get that before facial hair and a man bun 🤣

[@christopher3386]

You still pronounce "matter" that way, after 10 years in the USA?? 😆

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

This comment made my day mate! I’m always mocked for not having an accent anymore, thank you 🙏

[@yakari7983]

Britain's weather is so unbelievably depressing I am seriously planning on moving out of this shyt hole ASAP.

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Are you thinking about moving to the states?

[@yakari7983]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily I've got family in Stockton and Modesto so that would be my place to move permanently.

[@AntonioPhoenixHernandez30]

I'm the opposite, I moved to the UK from USA

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

How do you like it? Where did you settle? We been here since 2012, and we have talked about moving back. I miss my family a lot.

[@AntonioPhoenixHernandez30]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily Yeah I like it here, I moved to London in 2021, I've wanted to move here since the 1990's, so glad I finally got around to doing it

[@teaacustardcream2868]

Now you sound Australian

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Haha I get that a lot! I need to go back and get back to my roots 😂. Thanks for watching!

[@user-wh3wr1eo5w]

uk is something Boring expensive less friendly & depression friendly 😂

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Oh man, we’re going back next month. Hopefully it’s not too bad

[@user-wh3wr1eo5w]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily i live in London 🇬🇧 its really depressing

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@user-wh3wr1eo5w oh man- I haven’t been back in a decade 😭

[@marypettyfer4640]

The health thing scares me

[@marypettyfer4640]

Not having NHS

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

It’s pretty crazy! Especially being self employed. Even while Morgan had healthcares through her work we paid over $20k out of pocket to have the boys 🙄. That’s definitely a huge consideration!

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Definitely- it’s crazy!

[@marypettyfer4640]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily 😱😱😱

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

@@marypettyfer4640 it’s crazy- then Jonah had dental surgery, and we were fully covered all together it was $12,000 and we paid $6,000 out of pocket 😵‍💫 it is ridiculous

[@blindcamel6236]

like ye I get it you miss your family and don't see them as much as you expected/wished, but when are you gonna tell us what we should now before moving to america?!?!?!?!? thought you would mention something about visas or work, culture shock or something, not 5 minutes of you lamenting how much you miss your family smh 😤

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

I think it’s important to know what you’re getting yourself into. Here is a video with more details about the process I had to go through if that’s more what you are looking for: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oni8kGCum6aJa9ksi=yCnFMuJllgHTwGd2.

[@nolife7473]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamilyignore this guy. This is something most people overlook and the video is a beautiful reminder that there are sentimental things you WILL miss out on when moving abroad. Awesome video. Hope you’re doing well mate

[@petermizon4344]

WHATS DIFFRENCE BETWEEN AN IMMIGRnt and an expat, nothin

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

You’re right! I think the only difference is an expat hasn’t claimed to want to live in one place forever- we would love to travel the world after seeing all the states.

[@petermizon4344]

@@TheLiveOutLoudFamily I live on Brazil now but nit a citizen I'm here permanant , and an immigrant not expat , I think it's a bit British exeptionalism, like those idiots in Spain who voted brexit and slag the locals off for not speaking English,

[@lloydeelloyd]

Expat going to a country that you wouldn't be restricted going to normally. Immigrant is going to a country you may have difficulty entering and for sure staying in .

[@petermizon4344]

@@lloydeelloyd IVE HEARD ALL THE EXCUSES NOW, IMMIGRANT IN ALL CASES, THOSE IN SPAIN ARE IMMIGRANTS , MOST WOULD NOT GET IN NIW WITH BREXIT

[@lloydeelloyd]

@@petermizon4344 No need to write in caps , I feel you're just shouting where I'm just merely answering your question. Furthermore I actually agree with you, so you're just shouting for nothing. Anyway expats is used so ppl from the western world doesn't get associated with immigration which has a stigma, in theory it's the same thing , yes .

[@cw3728]

English candy lol

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Haha it’s the best!

[@user-xo4ju6pt8t]

What a waste of time video

[@TheLiveOutLoudFamily]

Sorry you feel that way. Thanks for watching.

[@freddiemedley5580]

​@@TheLiveOutLoudFamilyfuck off M8, your not an American so stop with all that hippy positivity crap