Overseas Retirement Mistakes You Will Regret Forever

[@VagabondAwake]

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[@dovoso5685]

Great advices , each and every one of them. If I may add one of my own - Expating is not for everyone , you need to have the right personality and attitude for it.

[@VagabondAwake]

Well said. I couldn't agree more.

[@StevenGrahamHypnotherapist]

I found that the extremely low cost of “pay-as-you-go” for medical was wonderful and so cheap in the Philippines. I could see an English-speaking doctor for a very, very, low cost per visit. I could get my blood-pressure medication with NO prescription at any pharmacy as if I was just buying aspirin. I had one hospital visit for a simple follow-up to a procedure I had done in the US before I left. Again, very, very low cost. I didn’t have ANY health insurance from the US or from the Philippines while I lived there for 3 years, and NEVER ONCE needed it or regretted not having it, so why pay monthly for something you rarely use… unless you’re unhealthy. I saved a LOT of money each month by not having it. Of course being very healthy at 60 really makes a difference.

[@zorbalight3933]

Its all in the last sentence doesn't apply to the many horror stories we hear of friends who fall ill overseas and thought they would save money by skimping on insurance. You don't need house insurance either until it burns down. horses for courses as we say.

[@StevenGrahamHypnotherapist]

@@zorbalight3933 - You are absolutely right about what others have gone through. Then again, I was sharing what I found as a result of not having any insurance. I would never recommend it is what others should do. Everyone should take into account their own health and past history and then choose wisely for themselves.

[@VagabondAwake]

Great points both of you are making. Everyone should think carefully about how to handle this. Here is how I came up with a decision: vagabondbuddha.com/two-biggest-risks-of-retiring-early-overseas/

[@chadtabgroup]

This was SOLID advice. Great work on this video!

[@RobPittman]

I always appreciate it when people actually take the other side of a discussion....in this case your thorough analysis of things everyone should consider before moving overseas. Your presentation stimulated a good deal of thought it would appear. Thanks Dan!

[@stateofmind4341]

The thing is all the advice goes out the window when we land wherever we going lol. Im a screwball no matter how old or how far i go. 😁✌🏼

[@VagabondAwake]

Well said!

[@ericmosher6969]

I've been tot he Cameron highlands! I was super excited to see that!

[@VagabondAwake]

Yes, that is a beautiful part of the world.

[@bryantlong6522]

He’s speaking truth, fellas…DO NOT GET MARRIED EVER. I lost half a million by the time I was 32. Never again will I ever lose another penny through the family court.

[@VagabondAwake]

Bryant Long, thank you for being part of our community :-) Dan Do you get my free eBook yet? vagabondbuddha.com/fire-your-boss-travel-world/

[@hybrid711]

Good stuff Dan.

[@philipjanek3864]

Imigrations gave me a hard time in Mexico City the woman said I need a return ticket which is not true. Another guy came up to me and said come with him to another desk and the lady there stamped me good for 180 days 👌

[@VagabondAwake]

Wew. You dodged a bullet. That happened to us when we were flying from Colombia to Mexico City once. I have never been asked for an onward flight entering Mexico before.

[@onedirection3510]

Great content! I am in total agreement about health and fitness. It’s extremely important to stay flexible,aerobically fit and to do resistance training to strengthen muscles and joints. Whether people have money or not it’s really important to contemplate the future in regards to one’s state of health. It wouldn’t be much fun to reach so-called retirement only to discover you’re spending all your time visiting doctors and physical therapy sessions. I’d like to see a video on your thoughts about slow traveling and keeping it moving versus really loving it somewhere and staying. I’m thinking if you park yourself somewhere and after six or eight or 10 months you really like that people know you at the local restaurants and maybe you’ve met some people that you meet up with on a semi regular basis and maybe you’ve made your apartment a little more like home with small decorations. It would be kind of sad to pack up and leave for no other reason other than you are committed to keeping it moving. Suddenly David Carradine in Kung Fu comes to mind lol.

[@francoiswilliams]

I do kung fu

[@VagabondAwake]

One Direction, That is a great question. Is slow travel or parking your life in one place better? I think everybody is different. But I don't think you can knowingly answer the question until you have tried both for enough time to know the real differences. When I first left the USA I was in India for about 3 years. I enjoyed getting to know people and having routines in a place I knew well. That was great. I also lived in one place, the USA, for my entire life, before I left the USA in 2007. For me, slow traveling just feels better overall. But I can't speak for everyone. Great idea for a video though! Thanks, Dan

[@VagabondAwake]

I studied the martial arts for a few years and it is amazing. It is the thinking man's exercise. Picking your teacher, like all of life, is the most important part. :-)

[@onedirection3510]

@@VagabondAwake That’s cool! You know what I meant though with David Carradine character at the end he would always pick up his satchel and hit the road. 🏃

[@jasondyer9057]

The Health is Wealth saying has hit home for me at 56. Great clip thanks. 😊

[@VagabondAwake]

So true.

[@edwardmoran1739]

Worth watching just for the beautiful slides !!! Excellent advice, thanks.

[@rmcmurphy7905]

Agreed!! Thanks!@

[@VagabondAwake]

You are welcome Edward. :-)

[@30AndAWakeUp]

As always, great insight and advice.

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you enjoyed it Kevin. I enjoyed seeing your new apartment and motorcycle in Thailand. Sweet life you are living brother!

[@panama-canada]

Very good advice.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks!

[@ftkinsella]

Great video Dan and a little scary. Cheers!!!

[@VagabondAwake]

True. And the truth is very few of us are doing all of this right. But it is good to think about what we are willing to plan for and what we are unwilling to plan for. :-)

[@pameladeleone135]

Great advice! Thank you so much!

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TheBeyounder]

Thanks for the information Dan!

[@VegasNegus]

More great info here. Thx Dan and Qiang ‼️👍💯

[@maxflight777]

Not bad advice, actually excellent. But the frequency of image changes was incongruous with the steady narration.

[@VagabondAwake]

Too fast, too slow? Thanks for your thoughts.

[@scottjohnson921]

@@VagabondAwake maybe a little bit too fast

[@chadbothern7255]

I liked it.

[@deldee4547]

Dan, excellent advice. Many thanks

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jonb3189]

You mentioned high costs of medical in the USA. Read an article that stated if you include taxes plus add costs of healthcare, insurance, highest college costs on the planet (many countries college is either free or literally a tenth the costs of the US), Americans pay far more than any other country on the planet. I do not see it sustainable for much longer.

[@francoiswilliams]

Wow

[@therocknrollcook]

Agree. .

[@VagabondAwake]

I couldn't agree more Jon B. I get the hebe jeebees every time my plane lands in the USA now. Just not into it anymore. Thanks for commenting. KZbin grows our channel faster when people comment! So we really appreciate it! Best, Dan

[@YouGotOptions2]

"The older you get, the harder it is to recover from bad decisions"... BARZZZZ

[@VagabondAwake]

I couldn't agree more Todd Maek. Thanks for commenting. KZbin grows our channel faster when people comment! So we really appreciate it! Best, Dan

[@vhoy7899]

Health care in the US is ridiculous. I just learned that for a person to qualify for Medicare you must spend down your money to $2000 to qualify though you invest your tax money to medicare...That's crazy!!!-. I have health insurance and pays over 700 a month...I got a bill for $900 for my kiddo. According to the insurance, I have a deductible of 1500$. What pissed me off, I not only paid a co pay to the specialist, I then got that bill for a doctor we spent less than 2 mins with who said, this kid has no issue and didn't need a referral. The US needs to review their Healthcare system

[@vickiladu6755]

That’s why we live in Mexico! None of the BS. Inexpensive quality care!

[@VagabondAwake]

You have identified the problem. My solution is to leave the USA. Try it out. You may like it. :-)

[@vhoy7899]

@@urbanart7325 put it on the ballot.

[@vhoy7899]

@@VagabondAwake that will happen

[@maxkelter3561]

Those are good tips. Thanks.

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad it was helpful!

[@hammerjack9335]

once again..a voice of reason...thanks

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for listening/ You are making my dreams come true by listening.

[@k.g.m.254]

This is excellent advice in general. 💯👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you think so!

[@LifeinLao]

Fantastic video. thanks a lot man. tnx. Have to listen to this video several times. tnx

[@VagabondAwake]

Hello bb, thank you for your personal note of encouragement. It really does make a difference for us when we know people appreciate what we are doing. Your comments also cause KZbin to show our video to more people so your note is like paying us a small tip $$ for our time. Thank you, Dan

[@IrishPhotoArchive1952]

Very logical advice.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Sean Walsh! Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan

[@mikemikie8312]

Hi Dan ,Great video and valuable advice .

[@VagabondAwake]

You are welcome Mike Mikie. Thanks for commenting. You are helping our channel grow. Dan

[@vhoy7899]

Agree with you about other countries not really having facilities for the disabled. I have seen places with no access for the disable on public transportation and they don't take into consideration hearing impaired or the visually impaired.

[@VagabondAwake]

That is almost universally true until you get to the higher per capita income countries.

[@koufax174]

Thank you for your effort. Excellent heads up for everyone.

[@VagabondAwake]

Our pleasure!

[@sr9253]

Good points. When one sees their parents age you can see how important it is to plan finances and healthcare for your retirement.

[@scotttea2048]

Good life lessons, Dan. 🌴

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Scott Tea! Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan

[@BBJoe007]

Nicely Done! I enjoy the information and seeing the sites you share. I try to watch your videos couple times a week. Be safe & MGBYA!

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for subscribing Bobby Joe Clowers. And thanks for taking the time to comment. Both of your actions cause KZbin to show our videos to more people so we make more $$. In a way, it is like you are paying us to make more videos. We really appreciate it! Dan

[@up2u162]

Great tips!

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks Up2U. :-) Dan

[@Roadglide59]

Your videos are like a expat Bible. I've been watching as much as possible to prepare for my move to the Philippines. Hopefully in April or May. I'd like to say that I've got good plans, but the reality is that I'm learning more on KZbin than any other source. In the process of selling my property and getting my pension started as well as my Social Security. Still trying to figure out where to bank my money. The US is getting weird, thinking about taking it with me.

[@VagabondAwake]

Here is my international banking report: vagabondbuddha.com/top-banking-mistakes-i-learned-living-internationally/

[@remymxo]

Great information Thank you

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ebonieriley8309]

REALLY INFORMATIVE

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Ebonie.

[@StevenGrahamHypnotherapist]

Always great advice Dan!

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Steven Graham CHt! Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan

[@StevenGrahamHypnotherapist]

@@VagabondAwake It’s always a pleasure and a joy to do so Dan. Thanks for all you do. 😊 🌎 🌈

[@MR-zy9ff]

You have it made guys!

[@jackhayden4138]

Some great advise, thanks

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad it was helpful!

[@spellerlittlewing]

Am a minimalist been since I was a child I’ve traveled with only a 30l backpack and all my belongings fit’s in a 60L backpack I love simple province living

[@VagabondAwake]

Great story Gee Speller. Thank you for sharing it with us. Your interaction with our channel helps us get subscribers and views, so we really appreciate it. Best, Dan

[@mansuralibhai]

Very realistic..good stuff…..Thanks….

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@philipjanek3864]

Correct I threw out my back running for my connection in Dallas now I'm back up to at least walking to El Centro but I'm doing it slowly as to not injure it again 😆

[@VagabondAwake]

I know the pain. My back has a little trouble about once every 2 or 3 years. Yoga is a great way to strengthen your back by working on your core.

[@PapaDougsAdventures01]

Good Job Dan

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Doug.

[@paynalward6921]

Another great one Dan! All true.... Although I'm loving San Miguel de Allende way too much, I am going to be disciplined and see at least 4 more countries-then I will know for sure! I have noticed that we have many pics taken in the same places.....I'm a great photographer, but somehow your shots end up looking better and it took me awhile to figure out the one thing (or person) you have in most of those pics that I don't have in mine...need I say more?

[@VagabondAwake]

Yes, the world is a beautiful place Paynal. Especially when Qiang is between the lense and the world. ;-) Dan

[@Digitalbossqueen1]

I'm new subscriber here. Nice video and advice.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for subscribing Pinay Simple lifestyle. And thanks for taking the time to comment. Both of your actions cause KZbin to show our videos to more people so we make more $$. In a way, it is like you are paying us to make more videos. We really appreciate it! Dan

[@ΠολύχρωμηΑλεπού-δ4ι]

Another aspect to consider for women and LGBTQ people is how they are treated in different countries as for men generally that ain't an issue but women or queer men can face discrimination or even feel cast out

[@VagabondAwake]

Hard for me to speak to that since I have not suffered that kind of prejudice. Are there any other channels that focus on this topic?

[@royroy1685]

Another informative video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us rookies.

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you like them!

[@johnsranchlife8634]

Good advice! Sadly a lot of people won’t take it.

[@VagabondAwake]

True. But hopefully they will at least think about it before they act. :-)

[@erniemccracken5509]

Dan--do you ever share what it was like as a solo traveler BEFORE you met Qiang? I still have insecurities as a person in my 40's traveling alone...just curious how you handled it? Thank you.

[@Felipe-fn7fp]

It’s fine to experience insecurities. Take action, get your passport. Make the appoint today. Get your ticket. Just go. You can always move to the next country if you don’t like the first. I recommend Asia over Latin America. You’re more likely to find her in your journey than staying inside all day.

[@billyjohnson9166]

It’s lonely being alone. In the short time it’s ok but after a week or two it’s lonely

[@dovoso5685]

@@billyjohnson9166 Hi billy , I am 68 and lives alone all my life , trust me - its not that bad and with a wrong relationship - it can get worse.

[@VagabondAwake]

Here are my thoughts on single travel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/foewhJ6saruricU Here is how to find love in retirement: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6qXfqShoZiDodk

[@heatherfeather9951]

Traveling alone doesn't have the stigma it once did. I've been traveling solo since my late 20s. You might feel like everyone who is traveling is coupled but once you get out there you'll see a lot of decent people traveling alone.

[@joelcooper7407]

Always appreciate Dan's well thought-out comments and suggestions. And wow, does he have the track record and experience. I'll be retiring this Sept 1, 2022 and will utilize many of the things I've learned here. I'm leaning toward beginning in the Philippines and then rotating every 4-6 months between Chiang Mai, Dalat, Luang Prabang, KL, and Fukuoka. See you around Dan!

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Joel Cooper! Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan Do you have my free eBook yet? That is here: vagabondbuddha.com/fire-your-boss-travel-world/

[@danitzm]

This is just good advice for everyone not just expat retirees

[@VagabondAwake]

I was thinking the same thing when I finally listened to the whole thing danitzm.

[@danieljohannburn1498]

Great advice Dan for less experienced expats. For people who are well off the most important questions are where to invest your money and stock options in order to be in a safe and tax-friendly place. You can buy real estate in several countries if you can afford it and in the case of total loss it should not affect your live style. So in conclusion, you have to tailor made your plan according to your preferences and assets.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Daniel.

[@ManOfAdventure2011]

Great advice Dan. Thanks.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Neil.

[@screwupkiddy]

Curious, how long does it take you to edit and prepare each video? Thanks.

[@VagabondAwake]

I spend 3 to 5 hours creating videos. Some take longer. :-)

[@danielmckinzie4857]

I used to goof off with making funny radio tapes and it is time consuming ,edditing , getting the perfect timing on everything and the perfect layout. Dan you are awsome brother!

[@aniwee17]

Thank you Dan for this very thoughtful discussion. I admire you for the courage to explore the world. I am one of those who are very comfortable living in my hometown and never seem to have the ambition to move anywhere else. Watching your program has given me the opportunity to see how life could be like as an expat. Thank you Dan.

[@VagabondAwake]

You are a good soul Mark. Life is going to be good to you no matter where you are. :-)

[@martypoll]

Similar to inflation is changes in currency exchange rates. Also maybe the costs of moving money around to where you need it.

[@VagabondAwake]

Great points Martin. For those that haven't seen it, here is my report on international banking: vagabondbuddha.com/top-banking-mistakes-i-learned-living-internationally/

[@keiscott2953]

I really appreciate your Insight and great advice thank you kindly. My suggestion might be too try to make videos a bit shorter under 18 minutes or do a couple additional shirt videos. Generally that works better and keeps people's attention or if you have time constraints. Keep up the great content !

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for the constructive criticism. :-)

[@yankeetwim5061]

20 mins is the longest I ever watch

[@carefulconsumer8682]

Vietnam is rapidly developing an excellent Dental Tourism sector. My relative had some serious dental problems while he was overseas and had major work done in Saigon. it cost a fraction what it would in USA and he said his dentists/oral surgeons did an excellent job. of course, Bangkok is very well-known for excellent dental work.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Careful Consumer! Thanks for watching and commenting. I can't even believe what people pay for dental work in the USA now. I haven't been to a US dentist in over 15 years. Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Mexico, Panama, Ecuador, just get recommendations from friends or on Facebook expat pages. :-) Dan

[@warrendarable]

Vietnam dental tourism is Ok, i did my crowns there 4 years ago after getting rave reviews on expats social media but weren’t happy with the result given the costs & workmanship & language barriers. We had much better dental & Lasik experiences in Cancun & Playa Del Carmen, MX & the savings helped pay for the whole week trip for a family of 5. And the flight is only 2-hr from Texas in the same time zone. One tip: get the free or up to $60 dental consultation quote from the US dentist & use the same work order to compare shop & verify with oversea dentists. But agrees that most medical care, rental, & college costs in US are out of control, thus smart shoppers use medical tourism, rental location arbitration, & study abroad to as a form of protest with wings & feet.

[@michelledubuc6676]

@@VagabondAwake hi you mentioned Panama above, and I have been in Panama for a very short time and need some unexpected major Dental work done. Do you know any good Dentist that does great work, or know anyone who does that has had work done there themselves? I

[@timisaac8121]

buying a home is key to my life outside USA. I had some very good breaks and it took careful search for a year to find the right property. I went through four lawyers until I found my current one. Having a great lawyer, not only that you trust, but really accomplishes your objectives, is worth paying a fair price. Legal services are NOT a good place to conserve. Best-

[@carlosarevalo8189]

What's banks you recommend 🤔 for traveling

[@VagabondAwake]

Here is my banking international report: vagabondbuddha.com/top-banking-mistakes-i-learned-living-internationally/

[@alfredenewman795]

as a expat, I agree strongly with you. Cudo’s

[@VagabondAwake]

Love the photo. I used to read that rag when I was a kid. :-)

[@alfredenewman795]

I think I am still that kid @ 80

[@bananapatch9118]

I am guessing that we will travel for a few years and eventually but seems likely we will eventually retire in Mexico. I am not sure if the smart decision is to keep paying fir medicare part B and a supplement ( maybe as much as $800 for us as a couple ) or buy private insurance in Mexico. We will retire way before 65 so private insurance or self funding will be our only options for a while. Great video Dan !

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you for sharing your preliminary thinking Banana Patch. :-) Let us know what you finally decide. Dan

[@warrendarable]

Is a tough decision, i would based it on family histories on cancer & mental health, which are more accessible in the US. Keeps in mind medicare premiums will be higher (to catchup) if one don’t starts at the initial qualifying age. Also, technically, one must be residing in the US > 180 days/yr to tap Medicare insurance.

[@robinclarke9978]

Good advice for everyone and almost everywhere in general. But the most important condition for change would be your own motivation. Going with doubts is almost a ticket home.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you for the wise thought Robin Clarke. I couldn't have said it better myself. And thanks for taking the time to help our business grow by commenting. When you comment, like, share, or subscribe, KZbin shows our videos to more people. So it is like you are paying me for my creative energy. So, thank you, :-) Dan

[@PalaminoHills]

BOUGHT a house in Mexico. BEST DECISION. Rent inflation is a killer!

[@VagabondAwake]

No offense intended. I agree that buying is a good idea. But I would rather buy in America (or any other more legally property-rights predictable country) and rent in Mexico. I rent out the American house and use the income to rent wherever I want to live in the world. That takes care of the rent inflation problem without taking the risk of owning in a country where property rights are less predictable.

[@PalaminoHills]

@@VagabondAwake The thought of RENTING my home in USA terrifies me! (Are property rights less predictable? I have not heard that. Many Americans buy property here in Mexico)

[@stephendunn2860]

Great video. Good advice. One comment: while buying real estate abroad can be a bad idea, it can also work out if you know where you want to retire. Real estate cost is going up faster than inflation in the third world as incomes rise. Just look at the cost of real estate in The Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, KL, etc. now versus 15 years ago. I'm glad that I bought in Manila when I did. Of course, if you are unsure of location, don't have the cash, etc., then renting is for you.

[@VagabondAwake]

Yes, and it is just my advice but in the end people need to what they think is right. :-) Here is my report explaining how I decided not to buy overseas so far. vagabondbuddha.com/why-retired-expats-should-not-buy-real-estate-overseas/

[@moresugartradercc2744]

exercise has always been a part of my life whether you travel or not exercise will make you life better good advice

[@VagabondAwake]

Hey moresugar tradercc, thanks for sharing this idea. I appreciate the ideas. The attitude adjustment of getting your heart rate up is just as important as the health benefits. :-) Thanks for commenting too. When people comment, our videos are suggested to more people. So thank you so much! Best, Dan

[@jaws2003]

I totally agree about seeing different places. I've visited the Dominican Republic and like it a lot but I always wonder if I would get bored with it. It's an island nation and not like SE Asia or South America where it's cheap to fly to other countries.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you jaws2003! That is a really good point. It is nice to have a bunch of cheap countries around you to go to when you get bored. Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan

[@internationalrelocationparner]

We love this video! We help people to retire in popular destinations like Mexico, Costa Rica, and Panama (many more) We would love to collaborate with your videos.

[@robertcrotty9000]

Good comment on inflation. Gold could be a very good hedge against a sharp decline in the purchasing power of a currency.

[@VagabondAwake]

True. Hard to travel with though. :-) Do you buy physical gold or do it another way?

[@ernstwondering899]

Great vlog Dan and really good information. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, experience and Qiang's beauty! EW :)

[@VagabondAwake]

Glad you enjoyed it EW!

[@t.d.phillips7283]

Damn Dan, Hit another Homerun with this Life Vlog Advice... You really know, and give excellent insight and advice... The medical advice could save thousands of dollars alone... Family advice too... You really are the smartest Kid in Starfleet Academy, Live Long and Prosper...

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you T.D. Phillips, I am trying to get my numbers up by creating content that helps people save time, money, and misery, whenever possible. Life is too short to make big mistakes.

[@hughjass1044]

Somewhere on that list should be - "Wasting your precious years dreaming up every excuse possible to NOT do it." There's an old saying - "It's better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all." Prepare yes. Do research, absolutely. But remember to do one thing above all else - "JUST GO!!" So what if you fail? So what if you don't like it? Simple solution - come home! Afterwards, at least you'll know. At least you won't find yourself in a care home years later, drooling on your bib and soiling your diaper and wondering "what if." "JUST..... GO!!"

[@VagabondAwake]

Love it!

[@eaubert1]

Don't chose a place based on the hype surrounding it! Always compare cost of living, access to decent health care, public safety and general standard of living! .... and don't base it on statistics or hear-say, but on your personal experience

[@VagabondAwake]

Hey Etienne Aubert, thanks for sharing this idea. You have to do an exploratory visit for sure. Thanks for commenting too. When people comment, our videos are suggested to more people. So thank you so much! Best, Dan

[@eaubert1]

@@VagabondAwake .... Thank you for your response, Dan. I really enjoyed your video and appreciated how you combine good advice for life with spectacular pictures of your travels! Keep up the good work! Sincerely, EA

[@garygibbs7683]

What’s best card debit or credit for travel

[@VagabondAwake]

Here are my international banking tips: vagabondbuddha.com/top-banking-mistakes-i-learned-living-internationally/ I also have a bunch of great money tips in my free eBook: vagabondbuddha.com/fire-your-boss-travel-world/

[@CricketWebNet]

Brand new to the channel, and this was my first video. Thanks for the interesting content. Subscribed :)

[@VagabondAwake]

Welcome aboard James. Make sure to fasten your seat belt. :-/ Dan

[@CricketWebNet]

@@VagabondAwake Haha thanks Dan :) Keep up your great content!

[@dennisgonya4500]

Fantastic info on all fronts and the pix are so beautiful. You laid it out for all to get a grip on where to land. I could not believe what I saw in Malaysia over 25 years ago and that was all it took and I landed a prize catch. Things are looking up in many countries as you well know. Looking forward to your next video and all the best from us.

[@VagabondAwake]

Hey Dennis, great to hear from you. It won't be long now before you are back in Malaysia. Best, Dan

[@martyfinver9969]

This is great advice. I follow these warnings as my way of life.This isThe way I was able to travel or live in Paradise in Hawaii for almost 40 years is by eliminating responsibilities. Most medicare advantage program s cover urgent care for a small co pay. If you are living overseas and a catastrophic event happens they will get you back to the USA ASAP and take care of you there. Madicare type premiums are about $150 a month. Most plans have no more than $5000 to $ 10000 anual Max co payment very affordable. Like you said you may have to make several trips to USA a year for medical safety and qualification.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks Marty! Great comment. I sent you an email. Dan

[@bananapatch9118]

We think moving abroad will allow us to live on our social security and savings accounts, and leave our retirement accounts alone to grow until 72…..that’s huge ! If we average 7.2% a year for 10 years, that doubles our money ( I know….no guarantees on earning 7.2% but in a moderate mix of stocks and bonds historical numbers keep us optimistic).

[@VagabondAwake]

That makes sense. Way smarter than trying to time the market. :-)

[@warrendarable]

- Depends on your retirement age & horizon & timing, at 60 & up, conservative investments don’t yield more than 5% in their best years, could even go down in the worst years.

[@bananapatch9118]

@@warrendarable That is a conservative mix and yes, if you are in the market it can go down. My father and grandfather both ran NY stock exchange firms for 40 years each. As they used to say, if you want income, buy growth. If you dont want market exposure then a spia may be more appropriate, but they do have internal rates of return that are still historically low.

[@johnway9853]

I am already subscribed, I have liked, and now I shall comment to help you two with your business... Great as always. Thanks

[@VagabondAwake]

Awesome, thank you John! What part of the world are you from? Dan

[@johnway9853]

@@VagabondAwake We are in Fredericton, New Brunswick on the East Coast of Canada.

[@dianel3463]

Thank you so much for such great advices and without conflicts of interest. Could you make a video on travelling during pandemic , what would be the best vaccine to travel around the world compared to what would be life travelling without vaccine. Thank you and have a wonderful day !

[@VagabondAwake]

Interesting idea Diane. Let me give this some thought. I have a feeling that in about 3 to 5 years, most countries will drop vaccine requirements once the world reaches herd immunity. But everyone in my family (and Qiang's family) is vaccinated because we have 2 medical doctors in the family and we trust their knowledge. But even if I was ant-vaccine, I would still get the vaccine because 3 to 5 years is an eternity in my life. I would not be willing to give up travel for 3 to 5 years. Thanks for commenting! Dan

[@warrendarable]

@@VagabondAwake - or plan around those 3-5 years travel to places that don’t have vax & quarantine requirements (reasons: religious & medical & too young exemptions) until then. If is North Americans, nearby Colombia & Mexico & most Caribbean’s are open & have great deals with most hotels/planes 1/3-1/2 capacities.

[@iloiloguy]

I have 17 months, 4 days before I earn the maximum social security benefit. I’ll see for myself when the time comes. 🤗

[@VagabondAwake]

Wow. You are that close to the golden ring. :-)

[@iloiloguy]

@@VagabondAwake I’m shooting for age 70. 16 months 29 days to go. From what I understand, only 3% of US citizens wait until age 70 to pull the trigger. I need to be in that group. I will thank myself when I’m 90. ☺️

[@PalaminoHills]

Best "INFLATION STRATEGY" is to BUY a house. Avoid renting.

[@VagabondAwake]

I would rather buy in America (or any other more legally property-rights predictable country) and rent in Mexico. I rent out the American house and use the income to rent wherever I want to live in the world. That takes care of the rent inflation problem without taking the risk of owning in a country where property rights are less predictable.

[@SilverTurtle65]

Excellent advice for everyone who is considering living in foreign countries.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you SilverTurtle65! Thanks for watching and commenting. :-) Dan

[@vhoy7899]

Wow!!! Why are older people having babies and not owing their birth control?

[@VagabondAwake]

I think they are getting blinded by the beauty? I got a vasectomy.

[@danielsnook5029]

If you have a high net worth I recommend not driving a motorcycle/scooter. Hire a driver/taxi and protect yourself.

[@VagabondAwake]

True. Local transportation is not that expensive in most places.

[@dexterm7466]

Good grief the entry was longer than my retirement, get on with it

[@VagabondAwake]

I know. I turned into one of those long winded story tellers. We have a lot of them in my family. I'll try to get better. :-)

[@irvinemuscle]

I've yet to meet anyone who moved out of the country to "retire" who did not ultimately regret it. Most of these folks were dreamers slightly delusional who did not consider seriously health/medical issues, problems with taxes and other day to day issues out of country. They all come back eventually for mostly medical care. I had a family member build a house in Mexico, stupidly did not live there first before going all in, and now can't sell because no running water or electricity, has a generator, solar, and has various green water, clear water and other water systems constantly needing maintenance. Just be careful and know what you are getting into.

[@VagabondAwake]

We must travel in different circles? No offense, but I think Richard's thought are more accurate. But thanks for watching and commenting. Dan

[@irvinemuscle]

@@VagabondAwake Understood; I was just expressing my personal experiences of knowing family or friends who moved out of the country only to turn around a few years later and come back mostly because they could not get the same healthcare and/or the places where they lived were lacking in basic amenities. Also a number of folks I know went to Mexico to drink (a lot!) and play golf and eventually returned when their health deteriorated. I personally have dreamed of living in Italy or Spain even if just a limited time. I think the biggest mistake my relative made who built a house in Baja and tried to move there was she did it impulsively without first renting for a few months then going slow. As a result she is stuck with a beautiful home she'll be luck to sell, but will never get her money back . For me, I'd rent first and if I liked would buy already built and working home. Cheers.

[@irvinemuscle]

@@richardparker1338 I have a relative who was successful and happy but impulsive and jumped into it without going slow and making sure the fit was right. Yes you are correct, the folks I knew who went to Mexico just went to get drunk (already were anyway) and gold....essentially escaping something.....don't go to escape go to start a new good adventure.

[@martypoll]

I think some expats go to a foreign country expecting everything to work the same as their home country and that their lifelong learned values will translate easily. Owning land and a home is an “American dream” but may not make as much sense when the rents and cost of living is so low. The pace of life in many of these cheap locations is slow and you have to have patience. If you only buy imported western goods and east western foods then the cost of living many not be as low as you thought. As Dan said, do your research and realize that what you experienced as a vacation traveler will not tell you what you need to know as a resident in a foreign country.

[@Pukhtoon_Baba]

Malaysia is a developed country and have best infrastructure to live there and to live retired life.

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Attaullah Mian! Thanks for watching and commenting. Yes, I loved Malaysia.. I hope the new retirement visa rules don't go into effect when the country opens. :-) Dan

[@donh5794]

Great info Dan. Any good reference(s) on medical tourism locations and specialties? Especially dental which is really high in the U.S.

[@donh5794]

@@richardparker1338 I was thinking about specific facilities that used to be listed in the past but don't see it anymore. I don't think of going to Mexico for dental and medical procedures although not counting them out. I have been to most S.E. Asian countries years ago. I also heard Turkey and Portugal are other choices.

[@VagabondAwake]

There are tons of resources on Medical Tourism online. Just start Googling and reading. But once you find the right doctor and hospital for your specific disease, I suggest you go direct rather than through some third party organization that marks up their prices. Personally, I would hunt around in Thailand and Malaysia.

[@donh5794]

@@VagabondAwake Thanks, I'll continue researcing.

[@Alcom6]

Hello big fan of your vids. and also the you g lady in the bikini. I heard you say you've visited over 67 countries. Thats phenomenal however your always saying be careful how you spend your money. How did you travel so much without that travel costing many many thousands of dollars? Even a regular fare costs avg of 500 dollars. that adds up

[@prika2000]

Concept is called *Slow Traveling Around the World*. Stay in one country for 2-3 months (for example Colombia). Move to neighboring country Ecuador (cost of traveling ~100 usd max), stay there for few months, then go to another nearby country (Peru?),.... Do not travel to Thailand, then Serbia, then Argentina and stay in each country for only few weeks.

[@Alcom6]

@@prika2000 ahh. I see thats makes a Lotta sense. I'm kinda nervous to do something like that. I need to open up more. thank u

[@VagabondAwake]

Hey James Carillo, thanks for the great question. Here is a post that explains "The Slow Travel Highway." vagabondbuddha.com/top-4-reasons-cheap-world-travel-is-possible-now/ Thanks for commenting. KZbin shows our videos to more people when they get more comments. So your comment is like you are giving us a pay raise. So, thank you! Dan

[@VagabondAwake]

Thanks for sharing @prika2000 :-)

[@prika2000]

@@VagabondAwake no problem. Here is another pay raise 😁

[@mickeygarcia1876]

Depressing.

[@wanderingdoc5075]

What is?

[@wanderingdoc5075]

@@richardparker1338 what's depressing about that?

[@danishr100]

paroxetine

[@VagabondAwake]

Run joyfully through life. Just slow down and think a little more when getting into things that are harder to get out of.

[@danishr100]

@@VagabondAwake that's true

[@PascalHermans]

It all sounds very depressing. Most things can happen to you when stay in the same place.

[@VagabondAwake]

That is a good point. Less moss grows on a rolling stone.

[@herbalcollars3851]

Good video would be better without the selfies and pictures of your lady

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you for your constructive criticism Herbal Collars. That is how we get better. And thanks for commenting, Best, Dan

[@jlynnburton9718]

I've heard a few people interviewed say Ins. Actually paid them 20% of what they saved them by doing "medical tourism" & with what Ins. paid them they went ahead & vacationed in the country they were already in having their cheaper surgery for an extra month.

[@VagabondAwake]

That is a win-win for everybody, even the insurance company. It is a wonder not more insurance companies don't routinely do this. :-)

[@havasuqt]

Hi hope all is well with you and your wife. Thank you for your videos. I just retire and enjoying every minute of it. I am a US citizen and now here in the Philippines 🇵🇭 on vacation and thinking of moving here. Can you give me the atty’s phone number I can contact . Thanks

[@seanmcnamara1267]

Good report!

[@VagabondAwake]

Thank you Sean McNamara! Your interactions help our channel grow! Have a great day. :-) Dan