Retire Early, Do Not Wait Because Life Is Short| Moving to Portugal |

[@ItllBeFun]

Bom dia! New and Improved! Join our Patreon community! Click the link www.patreon.com/itllbefun As always we would like to thank you for watching and for being our subscribers. Each and every one of you mean the world to us! And if you are not already, we invite you to subscribe and become part of our KZbin community. We would love for you to join us on our journey! Enjoy your journey, Alan and Leslie

[@jodiehebert8285]

It is so beautiful there, but wondering if you considered anywhere on mainland Portugal. For me, I want options to use train system to travel Europe as well.

[@ItllBeFun]

Boa tarde Jodie, Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. We did and found areas we would be very happy in all along the coast. We encourage you to explore all of Portugal it is a wonderful country with lots of opportunities. Enjoy your journey Leslie and Alan

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

I personally like Lisbon, Porto and Aveiro but then again those are the only three Portuguese cities I've been to. I love Portugal. Spain is great too

[@feihonggao5531]

Thanks for your sharing ❤️my sister has been here So wonderful 👍

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá Feihong, Thanks for watching and supporting our channel Obrigado Alan and Leslie

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

My why is I want to live to the fullest and not being retired is no way of living. I want to be financially independent living in either Spain or Portugal. I would definitely spend a lot of time both countries if I hit the lottery (or come in to money somehow)

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Mongoose 18, Thanks for watching and your continued support for our channel. Your 'why' is perfect. It will happen. We encourage you to put your plan together to make it happen. Have a wonderful day Leslie and Alan

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

@@ItllBeFun God bless you dear sir and God bless your family. Thank you for your kind words of encouragement

[@desertdweller8520]

Hi Alan and Leslie. Check, Check, and Check! I just found an apartment in Funchal and, although I will be paying a bit more than planned, I can find something cheaper or buy something when I get there. Yes, I agree that one should plan a wiggle room of 10-15% because of increasing/fluctuating prices and exchange rates. I'm in that weird position of having to pay rent when I am not there for the D7 and completing plans to retire in December. My budget for moving is $13,000 because I knew the rental issue was going to be a big one. I am looking at various medical options at this point but can wait to make my decision in the fall. Thanks for this video, very important. There are so many details that people don't realize must be done. Some actually think it's a snap to get the visa and move because some videos present it that way. You speak the truth!

[@ItllBeFun]

Boa tarde DesertDweller, Nice to hear from you again. Sounds like the plans are all coming together nicely. Don't worry about having to pay the extra for the apartment, it is just part of the process. December will be here before you know it. Enjoy your journey Leslie and Alan

[@europeon2wheels89]

I didn't stay in a big city when I lived in Portugal. I don't like big cities but want to live close enough where every few weeks I can go get a hotel for a couple of days, shop and enjoy the restaurants and night life. I lived off IP3 mid way between Coimbra and Viseu. If you're into fitness there is a 50 km Ecopista that starts across the highway from Santa Comba Dao and goes all the way to Viseu. Well kept and no motorized vehicles only walking/running and bicycles. I lived in the city of Mortagua. €300 for a new 3-bdrm apt (probably €350 by now) and small town life.

[@ItllBeFun]

@@europeon2wheels89 Thank you for helping to let people know other ways they can build there dreams!!!!!! It'll be fun!

[@luisrivas3509]

Awesome video Alan. My wife and I are so excited about our move to Madeira. Can't wait for our first trip to Monte gardens.

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá Luís, Thanks for the continued support for our channel. Definitely need to visit there. Obrigado Alan and Leslie

[@calfraiseking]

Yes team! Another belter of a video! Hope you're all well

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola James, Thanks! We went for a sunset tour with Jeff yesterday. We missed you guys!

[@juliejordan3090]

That place is gorgeous!

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá Julie, Thanks for watching and supporting our channel 😀 Obrigado Alan and Leslie

[@desertdweller8520]

I'd emphasize having NO debt (Except mortgage) if you're planning to be financially sound. Otherwise you have to add 5-10% more and that can make all the difference between living and struggling.

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá DesertDweller, Thanks for the continued support for our channel. Agree about no debt. Start off with a fighting chance to succeed. Obrigado Alan and Leslie

[@madeirauntold]

Great video guys! We love Monte Palace! We filmed there a couple of times for our channel too! The little bird in the coffee shop is the cutest!

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá guys, Thanks for the continued support for our channel. Yeah, though little birds are fearless. Obrigado Alan and Leslie

[@seanburchill5373]

Another video you guy's hit out of the park. Lots of great advice on how to prepare and enjoy retirement. Hope to see you soon! Sean & Lynda.

[@ItllBeFun]

Thanks for watching! We hope to see you soon. How's the dog? Leslie

[@seanburchill5373]

@@ItllBeFun Still recovering but getting better by the day. Off to see the vet this Wednesday. Thanks.

[@carlosdelagarza8983]

Thank you!

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá Carlos, Thanks for supporting and watching our channel. Obrigado Alan and Leslie

[@cleaningtime8156]

Great Vlog as always thanks for sharing.

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá Cleaning Time, Thanks for the continued support for our channel. Obrigado Alan and Leslie

[@John_McFadden]

Hi Alan and Leslie! Thanks for a really nice video tour of the Monte Palace Gardens filled with great information and advice for preparing and moving into retirement. Your advice is very relevant to myself and my wife, so we appreciate to taking the time to create these excellent videos. Cheers!

[@ItllBeFun]

Boa tarde John, Nice to hear from you again. We appreciate it. Monte Gardens is pretty wonderful. We truly enjoy it there. We hoped they would have season passes so we could go often. We are glad you find the content useful. Have a wonderful day Leslie and Alan

[@desertdweller8520]

I am really enjoying Greer. Big personality.

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá DesertDweller, Thanks for the continued support for our channel. Greer is a great companion. And has lots of quirkiness, which we enjoy. All dogs are different. We love her. Obrigado Alan and Leslie

[@LivingWalks]

Hi there Leslie and Alan, just dropping by to say thank you for taking the time to create your excellent and helpful videos. We visit Madeira as often as we can, and are considering retiring there someday. Incidentally we'll be in Funchal from 7th July for a few weeks and we'd love to say hello and buy you a coffee to say thank you! So just drop us a private message if you fancy that?

[@ItllBeFun]

Hi there, We'd love to meet up with you for coffee. Send an email when you arrive and we'll sort out a plan. Our email is is video description. Thanks, Alan and Leslie

[@LivingWalks]

Hi Alan and Leslie, will do! look forward to meeting you both.

[@rachelcronin916]

I cannot find a clip on shipping a vehicle to Portugal. Does anyone have any insight? I am in Missouri USA. Best I can come up with googling is find and pick ACME to come pick up at my home, they drive it across country to port for container shipment and have to pick up on the other side within xyz amount of time I think it was 30 days or less. Has anyone here shipped a vehicle? How's gasoline prices there? Thank you.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Rachel Cronin, Take a look at our video 'Cost of Importing a Car'. Then let us know what other questions you have. Obrigado Alan and Leslie

[@alanandsuegrimshaw4629]

Another interesting video thank you 🙏 we’re looking forward to the next one😊

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá Alan Sue, Thanks for supporting and watching our channel. Keep watching. Lots more to come. Obrigado Alan and Leslie

[@williamdigiacomo8900]

how is the public transportation system out there?

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola William Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. The system is easy to access and simple to use. Enjoy your journey Leslie and Alan

[@christobar]

Hi Alan! I'm 40 and have a plan to retire by 50 off of passive real estate income. We'll also be on Madeira for a month starting 7/19! I've been reading and watching about Portugal for several years, and want to scout it out. The US is becoming an increasingly hazardous place to raise a family, and I don't know if we want to stay much longer sadly.

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá c-money, Thanks for supporting and watching our channel. I understand your concerns. Madeira is a lovely place. Enjoy your journey Alan and Leslie

[@HandyDandy4u]

"What is your why?"...I love that. You shared yours. Thank you. We'll share ours. I'm 53, my wife is 52. We moved from Pennsylvania to Virginia Beach to be in a place we fell in love with. It has given us the motivation now to move on in retirement in several years to a place where we can stretch our retirement money, live a healthier life in a coastal area with good climate, be free of skyrocketing health care and cost of living, and get away from the political divide and predatory consumerism that is becoming too common in the US. In short, a simpler, easier pace. Portugal is, so far, that place. I just hope its still an option in 8 to 10 years.

[@ItllBeFun]

Bom dia Mark Thanks for watching and supporting our. You 'Why' is lovely. We appreciate your sharing and hope you have the opportunity to make Portugal your new home. Enjoy your journey Leslie and Alan

[@seraphimsanctuary]

I have been thinking about this for years, and I started a spread sheet with my goals and todo's to get started. I have been thinking the US is no longer the place for me to speand most of my time.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Sean Claffey, Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. You have to love spreadsheets. We hope you get to start your next adventure soon. Enjoy your journey Leslie and Alan

[@admindesk2760]

I never miss a video! And you already have nearly 4,000 subscribers! Congrats! Your quality content keeps us coming back. Soon, the big bucks will be rolling in, so keep it up! Now a question, if you please... As beautiful as Madeira is, has "Island Fever" set in yet? And if/when it does, where do you think you'll venture off to? And the most pertinent reason for my question is this... I understand that the government subsidizes the airfare for Madeira residents to return to the mainland. Is that true? I know that would be a real incentive for me. Thanks Alan, great job as always.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola AdminDesk, Thanks for your support. We look forward to your comments. No island fever yet!!!! But we have been talking about where too next. When we came on our journey we had planned travel for once a quarter. So far we went to Lisbon and on the Big Walk. We have Porto Santo scheduled for fall. And need to pick a December trip to the mainland. Any suggestions? As for the airfare reimbursements, we have to learn more about that program and how we qualify. That would be a good video subject. Challenge taken! Have a wonderful day Leslie and Alan

[@lauras8674]

If you want to go to the mainland how much does it cost for a plane flight?

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá Laura, Thanks for supporting and watching our channel. Flights to Lisboa start about 80 euros. Cheaper if you look for deals. Obrigado Alan and Leslie Obrigado

[@lauras8674]

@@ItllBeFunObrigada! Your videos are fantastic! I will be traveling to Portugal this September! Hopefully someday to the beautiful island of Madeira!

[@tomg1247]

We just starting watching your videos this weekend, and we are really enjoying them. After years of talking about a trip to Portugal, we are going with two other friends (our ages 65-78) this October spending just over two weeks--Lisbon/Porto/Douro Valley. Then we fly to Barcelona for a trans Atlantic cruise (on Virgin) back to Miami. One port of call is Funchal, and we've already booked to go to the Monte Palace Gardens (via the gondola). So, on Oct 21, we will be on your wonderful island, and are grateful for you making it all the richer experience even before we set foot on the island. Peace to you!

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá Tom, Thanks for supporting and watching our channel. Keep watching our channel; more to come. Enjoy your journey Obrigado Alan and Leslie

[@aurielsmith8753]

I love your videos. ..so practical and to the point...I noticed you have a lovely young son...and hence the question ...we are planning an exit strategy in 2.5 years from Toronto Canada ....our son is 22 years old today so how would this effect our residency permit as a file or does our son have to apply separately? ....we will most likely engage a lawyer but wanted some info to do our thinking

[@ItllBeFun]

Boa tarde Auriel, Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. We are so happy you are making your exit plans! How fun! From our experience your son would need to be in college here in Portugal and could then apply for reunification. Or could show his own income and apply for a D7. Or one of the work visas if he is hired by a Português company that would support his VISA. Yes. We recommend you hire an attorney or speak with one of the relocation companies that have on staff attorneys. Our is listed in the description of our videos. Hope this helps. Enjoy your journey Leslie and Alan

[@aurielsmith8753]

@@ItllBeFun thanks so much ....appreciate your response

[@europeon2wheels89]

I couldn't imagine having a job for years that you disliked so much you couldn't wait to retire. My job required razor sharp reflexes and senses. As soon as I felt them tapering off it was time to retire but I'd have worked until I died if I'd felt safe.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola EuropeOn2W, Nice to hear from you again. We both always did what we loved best. And were able to do them as hobbies. It is nice to get to work with things you love. Both as a living and during retirement. We are sorry you don't get to do that. Have a wonderful day Leslie and Alan

[@ItllBeFun]

Boa Tarde! Better late than never. Lets play where's Waldo. Tell us where you see the issues. Don't worry we already know the answer to this question. 😃

[@Mongoose-ct6us]

I was born to retire and live life by my terms. Unfortunately I wasn't born wealthy otherwise I'd be retired already and living in the Ibero Peninsula

[@ItllBeFun]

@@Mongoose-ct6us We were too! Amazing! We wish you the best of luck!

[@offgridwanabe]

Ya start a Utube channel and get rich ....lol

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola OffGrid, Love it!!! Wouldn't that be fabulous! Thanks for watching. We appreciate it. Have a wonderful day Leslie and Alan