Why Are Some Americans Moving Out of the U.S.?

[@La-yt1wr]

I wouldn’t blame them. The overall politics and violence has been a huge issue in the US.

[@trevenchristensen585]

Yeah same I’d do it to I just can’t afford it

[@JudgeDredd_]

@@trevenchristensen585 same

[@jjhrkel]

Immigration too

[@infini.tesimo]

It's not as bad as they're making it out to be. This is what happens when you're connected to technology 24/7. Before the internet was what it is today, you lived life stress free. The other part of this is people don't realize that Europe had even greater lockdown restrictions than the blue states they came from. Florida never had this problem as you were free to do whatever you pleased so I don't think it's about "politics" lol.

[@kamalyandluri4298]

@@infini.tesimo in less than 10 years things will only get worse for US. The movement Brics+ dumps dollar inflation will get higher

[@serenesista]

Definitely if your life is in danger, for example if you’re a young college student trying to afford rent or insulin for your diabetes, please move to anywhere with free healthcare. I’ll never forget watching the news and hearing about a young college student dead in his apartment because he was rationing his insulin. Broke my heart.

[@spiritualelement757]

That’s so sad 😢

[@sabyasachisuman2060]

research to make him alive back

[@sabyasachisuman2060]

@@spiritualelement757 research to make him alive back

[@sabyasachisuman2060]

@@alexastorm97 you should talk to politicians of the US.

[@DGLeo482]

Isn't it also sad how college students need insulin? Diabetes and cholestrol rates in the USA need to be reduced as well. FDA should do something about it.

[@uwu-fm2kj]

The USA has so much potential it’s very upsetting that politics, violence, costs and cultural issues like terrible work life balance is making people move.

[@juanagosto3428]

hell I rather move to the uk lol 😅

[@tjmartin8516]

There’s less crime now than there was 30 years ago

[@uwu-fm2kj]

@@tjmartin8516 I’m aware- but it’s still upsetting.

[@jakecrackerbarrel8348]

@@juanagosto3428 USA has a higher quality of life index than uk

[@thejoeyexperience420]

@@juanagosto3428 then move there, we dont care, have fun getting arrested for posting offensive comments on twitter lol

[@idontknowwhoiamyet631]

I’ve actually considered doing this exact thing for 3 years after I had toured Europe and was actually unhappy when I landed back in the US. Maybe I’ll be able to make it a reality at some point.

[@messigoals13]

Can you we swap... you can take my British passport? The US is better than Europe in so many ways.

[@idontknowwhoiamyet631]

@@messigoals13 If only it worked that way, then yeah absolutely! Wouldn’t mind living near London!

[@morgandouglas6014]

I’ve been floating possibly moving to Canada.

[@carlosm6199]

@@messigoals13 how is the US better?

[@mimii694]

Europe isn't all it seems, and don't forget each country has different political and governmental issues. I live in the UK, but I'm planning to move to Sweden or Finland because of how awful this country has become post-brexit. I don't blame you for wanting to move from the US, though. It's practically becoming a third-world country with poverty rates and gun violence. I used to be fascinated by the idea of living in New York, but now I wouldn't move there if someone paid me £1,000,000.

[@Jami.e.]

Moving somewhere new is scary, but so is feeling trapped in a country that no longer feels safe and beneficial. I’m giving myself a 3 year time span to go somewhere better.

[@KdKoala]

Given the current 'climate' you may not be able to do that waiting for so long.

[@Jami.e.]

@@KdKoala Sadly, I’m aware. I’m quite young and don’t have money or means to leave immediately like I want to. If I make enough before that point, I’ll probably leave sooner. But I have to stay at least another year and a half.

[@KdKoala]

@@Jami.e. Good luck to ya🤞🏻

[@captainlarrynosleepfishing5350]

Wish you the best! Move now before it all hits the fan! 😢

[@jackchadwick645]

Honestly, when I can become an airline pilot (dream job), I want to be stationed somewhere in Europe. Hopefully but if not then I’ll just stick with living in the states.

[@Shayla_MOON]

I moved to Japan 4 years ago. Not because of anything, initially for fun. But constantly seeing all the news and everything that’s been going on…it really makes it hard to move back. I’m considering moving to Europe afterwards… Edit: sorry I worded my initial comment wrong. I first moved here 6 years ago, been living here for over 4 years in total

[@gwendolynhinson4496]

How does taxes affect your returns in both places?

[@guytansbariva2295]

I don't blame you Shayla. I live in the US, but have family in Spain, France, and Norway. My family has been thinking about moving away for several years.

[@bryanflake6858]

Everything that happening in America is happening all over the world right now. Yea some places it might not happen as much but it still happens.

[@Ianbrad65]

I lived in Japan when I was stationed overseas and I had a few friends who stayed for work, granted they had Japanese SO. How was the process for an American citizen?

[@neoneherefrom5836]

Gaijin

[@natedog4872]

This just shows how horrible pricing and living can be in the US. And as an architecture student, I want to change that, having convenient homes with low prices, and giving free homes to the homeless, especially tiny homes which could be very beneficial.

[@hashiramasenju6058]

Unfortunately, most U.S. cities have strict zoning laws that don't allow tiny homes. These laws only allow huge single family homes that make housing costs expensive.

Then let us create many lands for those in need. Land is everywhere you just have to look.

[@thiccchungo1041]

We need to change the legislature first, vote out these dinosaurs from the late homophobic era and put actual professionals trained in the field during this century in their place and suddenly the US might be livable

[@hashiramasenju6058]

@ We don't need more land, we need taller buildings and less land between those buildings.

[@JG-kc3py]

Tell that to the government. There is a lots of zoning laws and even contractors don’t want to give their land for other people so I guess everyone in the Us is screwed unless everyone come together

[@andrew.alonzo]

Since Biden took office, there seem to have been more unfavorable results in America. These results include effects on the markets, such as price declines and sharp increases in inflation, as well as bank failures. I wonder if the sudden increase in interest rates will help value investors or if it would be wiser to stay away from the stock and financial markets for the time being.

[@james.atkins88]

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[@Americaninparis2012]

It's not easy to live in another country as an American. You need to adapt to the lax culture, especially in France. Years ago, to get internet hook up to my new house, I had to wait 2 months. But if you can calm yourself through the frustration of slow bureaucracy, It's definitely a more peaceful life. My wife and I moved to France in 2012 because even with health insurance, we were worried that one major health problem could deplete our savings.

[@ryana8349]

Nothing good is easy at first, then everything gradually comes to place.

[@Americaninparis2012]

@@P.90.603 I've spoken to few French people that have worked in the US for few months/years. They loved US because of how quickly things got done and how efficient things were. What they don't realize is that their lives were much better than Americans because they had French vacation schedule and healthcare.

[@cupidok2768]

How do u move to euro. They dont like immigration

[@Yo-ItsYo]

@@P.90.603 That's definitely wrong. Higher quality of living in Europe and people have longer life expectancy.

[@Lazarus-p8l]

@@Americaninparis2012 How long did it take you to speak french fluently, I have been living in France for over 2 years but am still struggling with the language, Did you experience any problems due to the language when you first got here.?

[@iPLAYtheSTATION]

I don't blame them at all. The US is going down the toilet because of how insane violence and politics have become. It's like the government is actively trying to make it as miserable as possible to live here.

[@notme1728]

Of course they’re trying to turn this into a communist country or new world order they’re purposely ruining the country

[@msanthoshgowda]

Well said 👍🏼

[@braeden816]

Violence is actually much lower than it was 10+ years ago. In fact, violence is dropping every year in the US. It's just that the media now reports these violent crimes more than they did in the past;.

[@TheMegatuz]

More like a country where weak ones dies and strong ones survives. By "strong" being lucky to be born in a happy and wealthy white family with no diseases makes you strong. Even being black turns hardmode on you in USA - worse handicap than having only 1 functioning leg.

[@basednoamchomsky]

half the country is a death cult.

[@plyric]

I'm born, raised and have lived my entire life in America. Due to the toxic oligarchy and ever-impending civil war that's coming in the USA, I'm also leaving permanently in two weeks. Good luck and God-speed to the rest of you. I'll be praying for you from abroad.

[@mikeoxmaul837]

Thank you, good luck!

[@DialloMoore503]

Thanks! All the best.

[@roxiethecockapoo1138]

Good look, enjoy your travel!!!

[@candice44441]

Congrats May you find peace and happiness wherever you go. We will sadly stay here living in this nightmare lol

[@Moreorlesss996]

Adios, I’ll stay here in the US

[@jocelynejean9911]

I am happy for these people. I wish more people would consider this instead of stressing in the U.S.

[@CDHfilms]

I wish I could do this. But I doubt my family would let me.

[@alderlopezcastro4928]

It is not easy though

[@esihleklaas6794]

US according to the UN is the number 1 most moved to country in the world ☺☺☺

[@sakutaro3musik486]

@@esihleklaas6794 because it is a huge country and has a Lot of Propaganda claiming it's amazing but many People Change their mind after learning the truth about the US

[@fromrighttoleft8328]

​@@esihleklaas6794 ...but more people move to the EU zone than to the US. Canada, Aussie, NZ, and most of Europe have more foreign-born residents per 100,000 population than the US. Sure, the US is a popular country, but not as popular as you think it is.

[@starxar6594]

I wish I could afford to do this. It’s a scary time to live in the states. History is repeating itself.

[@yeshua7560]

💯👍🏾

[@ChristopherMHeaps]

Try Latin America. Entry visa in Ecuador and Peru is only about $20k.

[@grandmasfavorite1104]

america is the best place to live on earth lmao

[@sherifnabil9663]

@@ChristopherMHeaps $20 k is not cheap. You mean for permanent residency?

[@mattpike7268]

@@ChristopherMHeaps too many decapitations. Latin America is crime ridden and corrupt.

[@michaelwarzinski5078]

I can totally relate to these people who made the move. I myself am strongly considering the next year or so moving out of the United States as it is becoming more and more politically extreme and unsafe. The U.S. is not a great country to raise children in and the healthcare system sucks.

[@SAAN27]

Homeschooling seems to be the best choice right now, anywhere with a good school system, the mortgage is so high, and anywhere with a reasonable mortgage is a dangerous crime dump, but there is no fixing or screwed up healthcare system that can bankrupt somebody at any given time

[@johnstibal2131]

The public school system is a filthy toilet.

[@carlrav5660]

I agree, the defund the police movement has definitely increased crime and a feeling of danger

[@thatdamncrow9197]

@@carlrav5660 not really Because that movement never really went anywhere Like basically any place that did lower the budget either was a small change or it was reversed later

[@greeneyedbandit7079]

@@carlrav5660 the police that let that shooter kill all of those kids wasn't defund.. They were pussies!

[@epiphany55]

UK citizen here. It would be a more meaningful report if it didn't feature a couple moving from a ridiculously expensive city/State in the first place. Many people in the US would have to majorly downsize in terms of housing in Europe. Sure, housing isn't everything, but you have to compare it with the cost of living in various States and regions (not just big cities). Given the vastness and economic diversity of the US, using the "US as a whole" as a point of comparison, rather than individual States and even regions within States, doesn't really tell us much.

[@marciawade9101]

True. A few of those people were from New York; 'nuff said there. And Atlanta, they're expensive, I had heard, as well. However, if they have money like that and can get more for less, so be it. 🤷

[@andromedamessier3176]

I can tell you that there is more moving out of states (mostly in LA and NY) to other states in the Midwest or cheapest living states compare to moving out of the country to Europe or other countries. But yes, the moving out part is still true. I guess no one wants to live in these cities anymore for understandable reasons.

[@feartheghostinme675]

Yep the city of Chicago Is expensive and DANGEROuS still many people still live here SMH!!!!

[@mohammedabdullah9245]

@@feartheghostinme675 thought Chicago was cheap?

[@orangemanisbad7663]

@@mohammedabdullah9245 Chicago is the 3rd largest city in America its expensive especially the north shore with the gated communities and HUGE mansions

[@itsJarJarr]

I live in a high crime area, tons of gun violence. I'm thinking about running away, somewhere overseas or just out of the US because I feel unsafe. It's definitely a hard choice to make, but I can't keep fearing that I might get injured by doing something simple like walking down the street or going shopping.

[@michelledryden4378]

God your so right. Can't feel safe even going to get milk at Walmart!

[@frankdrevinpolicesquad2930]

Thank the Democrat DAs who have turned the prison doors into revolving doors

[@dominicbrogsdale3348]

get out the hood sista not worth your life my cousin got murder 4-25-22 over mistaken identity! They shot her house like 30-40 times with 3 children and her blind boyfriend! GET OUT NOT WORTH IT!

[@John-fg1xg]

Where you live?

[@letsalllovelein]

so. true. :(

[@bavery6957]

An important aspect to keep in mind about moving overseas is language. If you live in the larger cities, you'll often find English-speakers enough - the further out you go, the less you're going to find. If you're considering a foreign country, try to start learning the language before you go, it'll carry you a long way...

[@12ajenson94]

I just assume the country will cater to my inability to speak the language. The United States does it 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@noonebutme]

@@12ajenson94 Not a great mindset to be traveling with but hey you do you

[@miguelmendoza566]

Io sono Americano ma pero l'italiano molto bene

[@miguelmendoza566]

Sto pensando di trasferirmi in Italia perché il costo della vita in America è troppo caro e sono stanco di questo paese di merda. Già non mi piace Stati Uniti di più.

[@limmiedee7405]

@@noonebutme woosh

[@leylamohamed7950]

The first time I went to the US, I felt like I was in a never-ending loop because everything looked the same !!...same topography, architecture, color etc. Something that surprised and caused me to feel trapped was that the fast food restaurants and Walmart/ target/ Ross etc, they "repeated" themselves like every 100m. It was insane... America is a beautiful place but please just make the cities people friendly..I can't remember the amount of time I was almost run over by a Giant truck.

[@gb5007]

Just came back from a year in NYC. Rudest people ever and almost impossible to find employment due to their strict immigration policies.

[@armaggon5920]

@@gb5007 Don't blame the people blame the system (Trump). Also I lived half my life in NY its not that rude.

[@badasspenguin8072]

@@gb5007 Why do people go to New York lmao

[@uncleruckus935]

@@gb5007 there's A HOLES in every major city n small towns you'll have you're good n bad everywhere you go

[@maniac50ae14]

Were you in Texas?

[@michellehabachi1863]

I've been living in Tunisia (North Africa) since August 2009 and I can't imagine moving back to the states. It takes getting used to and it's not for everyone, but it has its advantages too.

[@FOXMAN09]

Lol come on, eastern europe is way more advantageous.

[@michellehabachi1863]

@@FOXMAN09 Well.....yeah. For sure.

[@nawal7658]

​@@FOXMAN09 you don't know anything about the world. Tunisia is a beautiful and amazing country. I lived there for almost a year and the quality of life was amazing. Not all of the arab world looks like the garbage you guys advertise about the region on TV.

[@absolutefoot4594]

Quite unique

[@Lol-ry5sh]

@@FOXMAN09 not even Eastern Euros wanna live in easterner Europe Lmao

[@Eric-Marsh]

My wife and I moved to Spain five years ago when I retired. No regrets. It's been fantastic.

[@nikoid3631]

Where? Madrid or Barcelona? Im in madrid.

[@Eric-Marsh]

@@nikoid3631 we live out side of Gandia which is an hour south of Valencia.

[@zarz3049]

do you recommend it? is it expensive

[@kenfern2259]

@@zarz3049 one of my old coworkers move to madrid couple months ago , Spain is definitely cheaper than us

[@spiderprime]

I've been trying to talk to my family about this a lot, we do have citizenship in Greece, so I want to move there cause it's a lot cheaper to live there than over here. To buy a house in my area, it's impossible unless you're rich, banks want 20% down payment and almost every house worth buying is at least 500k to 3 million dollars. Even a house that is falling part was listed at 229k, back just 3 years ago, I could have bought this house for 10,000 dollars, not 229000..

[@NickolaySheitanov]

What you gonna work lmao you also get Greek salaries

[@Someone-by6jm]

@@NickolaySheitanov fr,he thinks he'll live in greece with the strong american dollar lmao

[@felisasininus1784]

@@NickolaySheitanov Americans can easily work for American companies remotely earning good salaries while living comfortably in countries with lower living costs. No need to flaunt your ignorance everywhere you go.

[@quandaledingle8960]

@@felisasininus1784 but why is the cost of living so low in Greece.. here's a hint, it's not because of a strong economy and a uncorrupt government (even more corrupt than the us)

[@felisasininus1784]

@@quandaledingle8960 I wonder if you could back your claim up with any actual evidence.

[@Priinsu]

I lived in Japan for some years for military service and didn't realize how bummy the US really was until I came back.

[@mrbojangles9841]

This country went downhill the moment we elected a bum.

[@dominicbrogsdale3348]

@@mrbojangles9841 lol right!

[@shay5839]

@@mrbojangles9841 Yeah and his name is Obama.

[@AFGsultanZ]

@@mrbojangles9841 it even went downhill before that too. Like you can say Trump, Obama, Bush, maybe even back to Reagan probably.

[@draco_1876]

@@mrbojangles9841 Imagine thinking voting works

[@Nextraker]

Europe seems cool and all but I could never adjust to those little streets. I’d either move to Mexico or Canada

[@frankmurillo422]

Canada is to cold, mexico to hot and humid lol

[@krashd]

Little streets? Clearly you've never heard of Germany.

[@AudieHolland]

Maybe you'll get used to little streets if you manage to get out of your car and start walking to the nearby shop (which is a few hundred meters away at most, unlike US cities where you have to drive half an hour to the edge of the city.

[@justincoleman7856]

No offense, but Canada is just as bad as the US is right now, if not worse. Now the only issue with Mexico is their drug cartel, so if you can move to an area away from that & learn Spanish, then you're set.

[@onesaucynougat7471]

Most places in Mexico that I’ve been in don’t seem good to live in, they all give me LA vibes with all the ghetto and crime, I’d rather move to Canada unless you got a lot of money to spend on going to some fancy area in Mexico.

[@CerealKiller5150]

I left the states 6 years ago and not planning on coming back with all the crazy politics, daily random mass shootings, over priced rent, unemployment, racism/discrimination. Now I'm in a foreign country making decent salary, have my own place and at peace. If I would've stayed any longer I'd probably lose my sanity just like everyone else! Best of luck to you brave souls for putting up with all the political nonsense while trying to make ends meet and survive this never ending struggle. I'm sorry but America is just not the greatest and safest country anymore 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Melbester9]

Where did you go Don? I'm trying to do the same. Been in US my whole life and I feel stuck because my family lives here, but they deal with the stuff in America. I just can't be here. I don't like the system of life, the work life balance here isnt great, the politics and violence here is a joke while the economy is always random and don't know the worse when it comes. It's not worth it. I lost my job before the pandemic and then a job offer after that because the economy is so bad. I'm Hispanic and so tired of what the US is doing. If it wasn't for Trump, I would have left a long time ago. Trying to get a visa to go to Australia to work and live there for better opportunities. I just can't be here anymore. I really loved Australia. I finished my Associate's Degree before I was working as well. I do have my degree. Worked in a restaurant called Cosi for a couple years because of my Assistant Manager giving me the job. I have some customer service and work experience already. Just need a new opportunity somewhere else.

[@nikoid3631]

@@Melbester9 Good for u. Im asian american, move to spain.

[@momorganem0672]

It never was

[@randymillhouse791]

@@Melbester9 Don't reply Don. Americans should stay in the USA and suffer the daily mass shootings and Donald Trump's 2024 election. They deserve it! Never let an American know where a safe place is because they will bring their craziness there.

[@TravelinRosy2025]

I agree

[@beastmodelebron2017]

I came here in the US in 2013 hoping to fulfill my American dream. First week of living here me and my brother was chased by a homeless man with knife. I was a little bit traumatized and culture shocked. I lived in a third world country and coming here is a dream of mine. When I was a kid watching movies made from Hollywood makes you wanna visit US coz how beautiful and cleaned they depict US is. But living here is now is like 50/50 thankful and a nightmare at the same time

[@alderlopezcastro4928]

Oh God. I've been lucky not to expirance anything bad and been chased. The only bad thing I expirence is Arizonas heat

[@dreia2405]

US is a horrible place to live, leave it

[@pamspencer5733]

I'm sorry but this made me 😂

[@ssekabirageoffry7577]

@@pamspencer5733 it's hilarious and disappointing at the same time

[@aishabintpaul9737]

Hollywood is fake.

[@WhatIsThis-zq4hk]

For me, it’s for one reason: I hate driving. US city design is horrifically depressing and I absolutely hate driving for everything.

[@AllthingsFoodieTX]

Simple move to a small town in USA there’s thousands of them 👍

[@TheNotoriousNemo]

I love to drive lol

[@louie2747]

You can't use your home town to represent all of America smh

[@KatsukiBakugooo]

@@louie2747 It happens everywhere though.

[@masond7573]

Car centric city planning makes everyone more poor

[@star-stonelegend]

I can’t blame anyone who wants to leave America. I was planning to to move to New Zealand when I retire because New Zealand is one of the few countries that has free education and free healthcare. Now I am starting to think about moving there sooner than planned…

[@kiemagen]

I'm with you bro

[@i.03983]

so ur a free loader lol

[@spire107]

How is it free? the government ultimately pays for these services via your tax dollars. So am I to assume you don't pay any tax, which would make it free for you at the cost of everyone else?

[@TandaSandaBanda]

@@i.03983 No, would you call the people who immigrated to America 100 years ago “freeloaders”? People have the right to move where they please when they see the benefits.

[@star-stonelegend]

@@i.03983 maybe, but at least I don’t have to pay for an ambulance if I got myself hurt & my future family could have all the knowledge they need so that they can make a better future for themself without burning a hole in their wallets. And I don’t have to waste any of my retirement money so quickly…

[@robbyrob8349]

To everybody moving to another country. Please, respect the country you’re moving to, learn the language.

[@randymillhouse791]

Sorry, Americans WON'T DO THAT. This is the reason why I am choosing a city in South America with NO GRINGOS! If I see another American, I will not speak English with them. Only Spanish.

[@eagle25311]

Yeah tell that to all the Mexicans in the US that say "No ingles" when you try to talk to them lol.

[@CaioFran]

@@eagle25311 The US has no official language.

[@eagle25311]

@@CaioFran The most common language in the United States is English, do you speak it?

[@CaioFran]

@@eagle25311 No comprendo, senor.

[@mannyparranda8891]

If too many Americans move to one area, they'll pump up the prices and make it unaccessible to locals. It's happened in many parts of Mexico. It's gonna happen in Europe too.

[@kpnrxogxhyt]

Same as immigrants moving here. Except here we pay for your schooling and everything.

[@cloudybee3653]

@@kpnrxogxhyt youre so ignorant im not even gonna argue immagrants do pay taxes .

[@elielsreaction4892]

@@kpnrxogxhyt which is not true since immigrants pay taxes as well but you wouldn’t know that would you.

[@kpnrxogxhyt]

@@elielsreaction4892 not if they don’t have a job lol. You don’t know how the system works at all.

[@NickG123]

@@elielsreaction4892 Not the illegal ones! They get more breaks than me, a Native-New Yorker!

[@flipndip4479]

“Our house is 3 bedrooms, 3 baths…” Me: And a hassle to clean? “And half the price we paid for our apartment in Brooklyn.” Me: Sign me up

[@charlolel]

Yeah but thats not the whole story ... Utility is more expensive, higher taxes, foreign language, foreign culture yeah they speak Portuguese in Portugal not English.

[@mc_st0ner792]

@@charlolel utility is not more expensive, higher taxes? Yeah sure, but not a lot and at the end of the day, it’s worth it when u realize u dont have to pay €20k for a broken hand or something

[@charlolel]

@F. A. what propaganda lol? Im not even American Im just stating the facts

[@crazyguy30048]

America has no culture so a "foreign culture" would be an upgrade.

[@zeldris478]

@@charlolel Yes, higher taxes for YOUR OWN BENEFIT (healthcare, free education, child support, and so many things...). In the USA, you basically give your government money in form of taxes for them to go and spend it on the military to kill people somewhere out there.

[@DanProducesVids]

I remember being younger and wishing to live in the states, but now that I'm here, I feel like returning to my actual home.

[@Fatima_amazighen]

Same

[@acamiln8354]

Same.

[@spicyykels2416]

The only reason why I’ve decided to stay is because I’m dedicating my career to the care and research of American grey wolves, as well as attending college in the states. If I was doing literally anything else, I would move out of the country. This is why I’m so thankful that I don’t have any health conditions besides unmedicated anxiety- which I can cope with. I would be screwed otherwise, this country’s healthcare is outrageously bad. I can’t wait to move out into a more rural area where I’m far away from all the insane political folk.

[@N.Narwhal]

Ok liberal

[@Xxxkska]

Bruh

[@AoifeCiste]

Good call. But you better get out of there before you develop any medical conditions. Everyone does at some point.

[@jonasbaine3538]

You gonna have anxiety attack when that wolf chase you.

[@venzores]

@@N.Narwhal Nice job proving his point.

[@squidtrader7973]

The answer is simple rent is too damn high. Nobody want to hand over 50 percent of their earnings to a landlord or worry about their children or child being shot to death inside their school’s classroom. There’s safer countries!

[@martinezantonio4061]

They should have listened to Jimmy McMillan

[@rociomartines916]

This is top 3 my reasons, 50% of income to landlord, Gun and drug Violance, And homosexuality being taughy in pre-K

[@kpnrxogxhyt]

You do know there is cheaper areas to live in right? I live in the Midwest and own my own house that mortgage is 500 a month on. A nice house with finished basement garage and everything.

[@avarice5071]

@@rociomartines916 The homosexuality one was dumb, but everything else yeah. Not every school even teaches such just change schools...

[@avarice5071]

@@kpnrxogxhyt Why buy a house when you can own apartments, I honestly don't understand the mindset of buying a house that nets you no real money until you sell it to an asset that nets you actual income every month which you can also sell as well. Doesn't logically make any sense in my mind when you're clearly lower to middle class.

[@kennedy4257]

The privilege to afford a move to a completely different country is amazing.

[@fatonyalmitchell3281]

I don't like change so I'm out ‼️🤷😭

[@SDayle]

They were selling houses for 1 euro in Italy in the last couple of years (to increase the population of some cities, so it's conditional to you living there). Plus, it's obvious that these people sold everything that they had. Moving is easy and isn't a "privilege". It's finding a job once you get there that is the issue.

[@kennedy4257]

@@SDayle the cost it takes to move is still significantly higher especially when you've sold all your sh** because now you gotta buy everything brand new. And not to mention traveling cost. It is a privilege only rich people have Allen.

[@zackhawn5944]

@@fatonyalmitchell3281 We don't like rent/food/gas/healthcare becoming unaffordable. I haven't been to the doctor in 5 years and a dentist in almost 10 because I can't afford it. America used to be such a great country

[@fatonyalmitchell3281]

@@zackhawn5944 I understand your view point ☝️ but what is your plan ⁉️

[@StLouis-yu9iz]

The good urban planning of having mixed use walkable cities with good rail transit is a huge draw for most as well.

[@LS-Moto]

That's the cherry on top. But more importantly than that, its things like social and health insurance, cheaper housing (US is way crazier than Europe with prices), better employee rights and of course, public safety.

[@Ryan-cb1ei]

That’s why people like NYC and DC, but of course they have their own problems

[@jayh3283]

I agree. I have to walk over a mile in my neighborhood just to reach the nearest bus stop and the walk on the way there is mostly without a sidewalk.

[@ahmedzakikhan7639]

None of these Americans moved to Paris or Rome - as you could see from the video, they settled in cheap random places.

[@daviddobarganes9115]

I dont know why Americans let big oil turn their entire countryside into a parking lot

[@Winterborn5]

I've been thinking about doing the same thing. Germany and Italy both look good to me. I'm a retired veteran so my pension isnt going anywhere unless the US completely collapses. This country has just become so insane, it feels like it's on the verge of being a Fallout game.

[@suitman1308]

The problem with moving to Greece 🇬🇷 Italy 🇮🇹 or France 🇫🇷 is that Americans would need to learn some of their language to find most jobs and overall communicate

[@jc7453]

Arr, yes, but whata great challenge! However, many people don't bother and manage anyway, by teaching English or whatever.

[@mstt3530]

Remote work is booming.

[@markoz673bajen8]

Nah better off to UAE or Bahrain. GCC for life.

[@sachahector5674]

@@markoz673bajen8 UAE does not feel good to live. Too goddam hot and artificial. It’s more like holiday paradise and living hell

[@fajarkurniawan9434]

European : mastering 2 languages Asian : mastering 3+ languages American : still struggling in English

[@wolvesrfun]

Part of why I hope more jobs stay remote is so I can leave to another country. One where I don’t NEED a car to travel everywhere, where I am relatively safe, and where I can actually afford to live. Learning the language and culture of another country is a fair exchange for a less stressful existence.

[@switch12345678]

Check out the failed cases too. Half will go back, either because of financial problems or because of the idyll, which can quickly become boring.

[@diemmemory]

Multiple countries have just rolled out digital nomad visas. If your job is remote this visas may work out for you.

[@wolvesrfun]

@@diemmemory Oh wow, thank you for letting me know! I’ll definitely be looking into that next spring after I graduate.

[@switch12345678]

@Jessica Smith I wrote 'half', Jessica. It's just not everyone.

[@randymillhouse791]

En serio?

[@gregap8282]

We need to start fixing our countries instead of running away

[@Digital_Arachnid]

Would you call moving to another probably better country running away? Or making a better life for yourself.

[@princeofthestars5558]

Is NOT your country, humans and animals emigrate all the time, to a better land! Some leaders already sold their country to the devil!

[@theyeening]

The only thing that can fix America at this point is a straight up revolution.

[@andriod8014]

And people still wonder why we have global warming. Instead of fixing it, they leave.

[@gregap8282]

@@princeofthestars5558 I said ours. Learn to read

[@Thatsh1tsdingo]

America is experiencing high divisiveness across racial, gender, political, socioeconomic, and more demographic, psychographic lines. The sheer amount of division between individuals and others in society makes it feel like not living in the same country. - typing this from abroad (6 year expat)

[@memnem3787]

That's good

[@marquisewrld]

I lived in Japan for a while and when I got back I realized this country is not what it thinks it is. Cops harassing you, people threatening you, high cost of living and etc. I can say that Personally when the option presents itself to leave I’ll move to another country. I’ll stay American because I love America but I gotta dip

[@nightowl7261]

Loves America but needs to dip 🤣

[@futureanimator522]

I understand the cost of living but lots of places in America is good. It just depends

[@salvinsam]

Sounds like you still wouldn’t renounce your US citizenship.

[@salvinsam]

@@futureanimator522 many people think America is all about New York California or Texas….

[@_shotsbyjay]

You do realize Americs doesnt revolve around New York or California right?

[@SamPashmi]

America is country of opportunity and dreams, it’s not the country where you’d wanna have a family (especially right now)

[@feartheghostinme675]

Yep a LOT LOT of immigrants say American 🇺🇸 is just a place to work and make money after a few years of saving money they move back to their country of orgin

[@SamPashmi]

@@feartheghostinme675 not me

[@nunyabiznes33]

"It's called the American Dream because you have to be asleep to believe it."

[@SamPashmi]

@@nunyabiznes33 no, it's because you can make dreams a reality there

[@AntonioRivera28]

@@SamPashmi most people in America have a very entitled mindset where they think they deserve something for minimal effort. It's like talking to a brick wall when trying to explain to them that they have to actually earn it

[@martin4452]

The US is not perfect, still it has many opportunities and an overall good palce to live in. I am from Europe and I have to say Europe is good but it has problems too (for example: low income, high taxes, corruption, not getting decent education).You can live where you want, but dont expect a place to be from a fairy tail. Every place has its pros and cons.

[@Slizzyreps]

Europe has great education system

[@martin4452]

@@Slizzyreps Yeah in big cities maybe (but even there its hard to get into a good school) but many people lack proper education on the countryside or smaller towns.

[@Slizzyreps]

Yeah

[@jasontaylor2251]

@@martin4452 Opportunities haha! The US ranks poor in Inaquality, equality and social mobility compared to other developed countries. Like i said the US ranks poorly compared to other developed countries in Inaquality, equality and social mobility.

[@fovo8470]

@@jasontaylor2251 racism in europe is sadly horrible

[@erickdaza5020]

I’ve been traveling for almost 2 months now, currently in the Republic of Georgia .I was supposed to leave 2 weeks ago, I’ve extended my travels until October and actively looking for a way to not have to return to the US.Whether it’s going back to school in Western Europe or getting a job and living frugally here or even getting a holiday work visa to Australia or New Zealand, the point is not to go back to America.I am an immigrant to the US, I am an American and I am proud to be one, but the United States has turned into something you have to love from a distance

[@user-yr4vp1jk7j]

Atlanta?

[@feartheghostinme675]

​@@user-yr4vp1jk7j georgia a country in Europe

[@acamiln8354]

I am an immigrant and US citizen. My wife has private practice here and we will move out of the US, back to our home country. We started there to build a house, here we do not want anything to have. This is wrong country in many ways. Evry year worse then a year before. There is no sense to stay here.

[@confusioned2249]

Gee I wonder why people would rather go to europe, where they have free heatlh care, they don't have an active gun problem, better wages, paid maternity leave, actual good public infrastructure, better air quality, better city planning, lower obesity rate, lower noise pollution, etc. etc. I'm really scratching my head here guys, I just can't figure it out.

[@jackiehammerton]

Yeah, as a US immigrant living permanently in Spain I was shocked to find that both women and men get 4 months each of paid maternity/paternity leave with job security upon return, that women get paid time-off each month for painful menstrual cramps AND if your kid is sick and needs to stay home from school or daycare, you get paid time off work to be with them. Of course, you need written proof from a doctor or hospital for these benefits, which is easy to obtain. That’s what happens when you have a government that takes care of its people.

[@ichbineinebiene6234]

no free healthcare in Europe.

[@xterry32]

and more taxes.

[@confusioned2249]

@@ichbineinebiene6234 I'm sorry but just like, what ?

[@sleeperboi8701]

Better air quality? Okay. Slow the hell down, rat.

[@astonishingpatch]

I am Irish and I have lived in Ireland all my life. My friend Jack is originally from Chicago, but his family moved to Ireland when he was 6 for a better life. His family still own a house in Chicago and they visit Chicago every year on holiday. Jack and his family love Ireland. I am a self-proclaimed Anglophile, so I might buy a house in London or Birmingham when I grow up.

[@shrek_1130]

Jack loves potatoes

[@LilyThePittie]

I’m also Irish!!!

[@astonishingpatch]

@@LilyThePittie So am I, although I am a self-proclaimed Anglophile and I’ve been to England and Wales on holiday. I think I might’ve been English in a past life, as growing up I related to England more then Ireland. However, I do like Ireland as it is where I live.

[@laneferal6756]

@@astonishingpatch woah calm down my guy

[@LilyThePittie]

@@astonishingpatch I’m like 40% Irish because of my grandma but I live in Illinois

[@jpc0309]

It’s interesting to think about 100+ years ago it was the other way around and people were immigrating to America for a new life

[@hellobruh4209]

What changed? Progressives took hold that's what changed Civil rights Second wave feminism Sexual revolution This trio of movements completely destroyed us and we're seeing the effects now

[@alicecoker5229]

Still now, Europe is a disaster.

[@dithereddonkey2894]

More like still now

[@iBeFloe]

It’s still like that. This is a small subset of people who can 1) work remotely for an American company 2) afford to move 3) ALLOWED by their company to move out of the country

[@fbyi2940]

@@dithereddonkey2894 nope Even if they do, they would go to somewhere else after within 5 years or less

[@nancydigiovanni8517]

I just sold my home on Long Island, NY to buy a home in central Italy in my grandparents home town. Next year I’ll be living there permanently.

[@nikoid3631]

Good for you, im live in madrid spain.

[@youareyourwords]

Congratulations

[@chadnguyen6332]

Shame that such a great country with a strong economy, military and arguably the best geography in the world can discourage so many to move out. But this just proves that no country is perfect, each of them have their own problems, we only move to the places that suit our lifestyles and feeling of comfort and safety.

[@chadnguyen6332]

No thanks. I'm happy here.

[@nightowl7261]

I'm moving to Vietnam 🇻🇳 next year.

[@chadnguyen6332]

I live in the US btw

[@jaredespinosa1567]

The economy isn’t very good right now, things can’t be done due to political tension, you can’t go anywhere without a car unless you live in a big city, gun violence is at an all time high. Perhaps it used to be great country to live but it most definitely isn’t now. Otherwise so many people wouldn’t be moving out in the first place.

[@zxth]

And the “freedom” isn’t freedom anymore like it used to be

[@ManBMX]

Same feeling for every immigrants that comes to the US, escaping a difficult and oppressing lifes from developing countries.

[@Lovely_1One]

Exactly!

[@Omnihilo]

And then they get here and regret it. At least all the ones that I've met.

[@TheMegatuz]

@@Omnihilo true and it's so ironic when natives praises USA the best country in the world.

[@regaliaretailfashionmerch4314]

@@Omnihilo untrue, SOCIALLY MOBILE , EDUCATED immigrants (established skilled professionals) from undeveloped countries have a better quality of life in the States. This ain't a question of your personal encounters but statistical studies

[@Omnihilo]

@@regaliaretailfashionmerch4314 I mean, the African med student I met working fast food to send money back to his family would highly disagree with you and that skewed, cherry-picked data, but alright. He’s only one out of literally dozens and dozens and dozens of immigrants I’ve met, worked with, and befriended with similar stories. But he’s the first one that came to mind, because he’s the epitome of your example. And even at the time I couldn’t believe how messed up his situation was and how horribly he was being treated here, despite clearly being the smartest person in every room he entered. But, I’m sure these studies you mention reflect reality far more accurately than half a hundred real life experiences. Have a great day.

[@tjr-007tt]

America is good for you if you have money, otherwise your life can be a living hell. As in a capitalistic society, everything is geared towards profit. Healthcare is about profit (there will never be universal healthcare in America), education is about profit, politics is about money and who has the biggest influence lobbying those in Washington DC. Even the judicial system is for profit( bail and prison industrial complex). America is just such a toxic society, aside from the rampant gun violence and weekly mass shootings, there’s also the opioid epidemic and high suicide rates that’s not often spoken about. Practically nothing can get done in Washington DC without it turning into a partisan slugfest. The so called richest country in the world is failing its citizens. I don’t blame anyone for wanting to leave. I’m still young but as I age, I won’t rule out leaving as well.

[@longbeach225]

This post should be pinned ad have 5k likes. This is 1000% facts. Its the reason I want to leave. America is good you got the dollars other than that its not if you don't.

[@HandlesDontMatter]

Everywhere is good if you have money lol

[@longbeach225]

@@HandlesDontMatter Depends. If you live in a country where communities build farms together and maintain infrastructure then money is not importance. Look at how humanity survived before we even had money.

[@ikawba00]

Imagine growing up with no money to afford education and sufficient food, until a rare school ad showed up and ended up saving your future. Being born in America sucks. Not as terrible as other countries out there, but still sucks.

[@acamiln8354]

I have money and US is not good for me and my wife. Even not good for our child. We work here and spednd2 months in Greece and home country. We even do not have a hose here, only 2 cars, 2012 and 1998. NOTHING here. Money, money....what to buy for money? Ugly houises, bad food, average cars, even the cable internet is not available in small cities. What to do with money?

[@angelabooker7]

I am so over the division in this country! I hope to make my move soon.

[@memnem3787]

Bye get out

[@47thronin98]

I'm Native American and Mexican. I actually want to leave the country and live somewhere else but I don't know where. It's difficult for me to learn languages unfortunately although I really would like to. This place just isn't my home anymore. Too much negativity and violence.

[@Laura-Yu]

Then make the effort to learn a language or move to an English friendly country

[@khristianortega3790]

Bro you speak Spanish take those American earnings and live en the homeland

[@mangoesfly1594]

America isn't as negative and dangerous as the media portrays. You want to live a happier life? Get off of social media, I'm serious.

[@iammai802]

I completely understand, I left 4 years ago to the NL for some of the same reasons. And though I do miss a lot of stuff, like mountains and outdoors, it was 100% worth the move for peace of mind and less violence and racism. The Netherlands is pretty English speaking friendly, most people speak English and as long as you just put some effort into learning Dutch, they will appreciate it. But it is hard to get here, either you have to find a company that will sponsor you, marry a Dutch person or go to a university here and then find a job after. FAFSA will cover some Dutch universities if you need financial assistance. 👍

[@YoungBasedChefBeezy]

@@mangoesfly1594 Americans have no real benefit living here anymore. America isn’t a country, it’s a serious of corporations dead set on nickle and diming all citizens into poverty

[@anukjayawardana8113]

It has been a nightmarish time in USA with the Ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Extreme tax and price inflation, Political and Economic Crisis, No work life balance and high rates of Crimes and Gun Violence. In order to ensure Safety, Anti-theft, Great work life balance and a happy Living, it's a wise decision to move out from the country, and I am happy for these people.

[@SAAN27]

It's sad as a black man I have to say this, but if you want to safer environment in the US, just live 10 to 20 miles outside of any major metro area that's majority black, if it's not a upper class area. Problem with middle class areas, is that it's always a select few with housing vouchers in Hood/projects mentality that ruins it for all. Again sad to say, but it is what it is. I say this is someone who recently had their father murdered in a violent senseless car jacking.

[@mangoesfly1594]

@@SAAN27 Sorry for your senseless loss, wishing you a happy life.

[@TheMegatuz]

Don't forget Karens and bankrupt healthcare.

[@anythinggoes5574]

@Nemusis 999 uh no thank you. I want to keep Europe European.

[@JDintheDMV]

You know what your problem is? You know why the usa is nightmarish and you can't ensure your safety? You didn't purchase Liberty Mutual insurance, install ADT Home Alarm and AmeriGlide to give you a lift up the stairs. That's why it's hard. I'm being silly.

[@christopherrobinson4098]

I’m a Greek born and raised in South Africa and I hope to move to Greece soon because South Africa has been doomed for about atleast 15 years now and America is slowly following the same road as South Africa especially in terms of crime . Hope the situation gets better there in the US .

[@areyouoffended6616]

Interesting

[@christinechapotokamoo2367]

Good riddance

[@kizi429]

I wonder why you moved in the first place. Enjoy austerity back in Greece.

[@christopherrobinson4098]

@@kizi429 well my great grandparents were living in Smyrna which is now Izmir in turkey . They fled when the Turks took over in about 1922 .My great grandfather knew someone here in South Africa so they came here and the rest is history .

[@colindemar8322]

Thank you, Christopher! The defund the police movement here and releasing of criminals is causing our crime rate to explode.

[@GabrielLopez-zh7ck]

I’m 26…. My goal is to be living in either Europe or Canada by 35.

[@weirdnomad8868]

I moved to the Philippines and I'm so happy. A McDonald's meal costs $4 and my rent for a nice condo is only $360 a month. Best decision I've ever made

[@naturelover6588]

I wanna move to Philippines now 🤣🤣

[@TheAlchemist1089]

But you're still pulling US salary I assume.... This is why USA is best... If i can get a work from anywhere ij the world job obviously I'll also choose a Dirt poor country like Phillipines or Colombia or something.

[@cruzmalibu4361]

@@TheAlchemist1089 …..”Philippines”

[@TheAlchemist1089]

@@cruzmalibu4361 you can still pull a US salary anywhere in the world for remote jobs

[@cruzmalibu4361]

@@TheAlchemist1089 ….yeah, but you need to know how to spell the name of the country 😳

[@orbeezeater]

Living my dream. I was literally planning how I would leave the US with a French visa at 14--if that doesn't emphasize how bad it's gotten, I don't know what does.

[@toxicskull5991]

Lol I feel you. I am 18 and I'm permanently leaving back to my home country

[@DerrickCartercosmostravels]

@@yeahbuddy3258 they said “was” meaning something that happened in the past

[@lildad559]

@@DerrickCartercosmostravels yea at 14 i dont think any sane adult is gonna listen to someone under 13 telling them where they live is bad they probably hate their parents cuz they had to do chores lmao

[@orbeezeater]

@@lildad559 Not every 14 y/o is as stupid as you think. I constantly face the risk of getting shot going to school, and if I make it past that I may not have a world that doesn’t reach record temperature highs every week. And we fix that somehow, statistics tell me I will most likely live the rest of my life under crippling debt. Some of us don’t get to be as carefree as you were anymore.

[@andrusaaliiy9267]

@@orbeezeater really? If you remove the 5 biggest major city's in the u.s. crime rates go from around 2nd most to 170th comparing to other countries and the crime rate has been the same since the 80s and what part of the u.s. do you live in cause I haven't seen any record highs in months

[@shivamrpatelofficial]

People can move wherever they want as long as it's legal and they have enough money too. Most people don't have this luxury to leave so easily. FYI, do not move unless you have already lived their experimentally cause people find out yhe true lifestyle of living in another country the hard way.

[@babybearshorts]

That is really good advice. We had to move again because the first place was just too small and isolated!

[@Cacowninja]

In a way it doesn't matter if it's legal or not. I mean why should we have to appeal to the men and women in suits of whether or not to into the land they rule over? As long as you get your own stuff and don't harm anyone it should be fine to come even illegally. Now I know you can't exactly do that in practice right now but people should be able to. It's about freedom of movement which isn't trespassing as long as you aren't invading private property.

[@shivamrpatelofficial]

@@Cacowninja Income tax, respecting the host countries laws, and for identity association for crimes towards others.

[@Cacowninja]

@@shivamrpatelofficial 1. Taxation is theft. 2. Politicians aren't entitled to you checking in with them. 3. This can be done with ways other than government.

[@phase_1471]

@@Cacowninja look at you living in the world of make believe 🤣

[@Pierre-so7xu]

I went to france, portugal, and spain for 22 days, everything all the way down to the food is different, like orange juice actually tastes like orange juice, same with apple, it genuinely has no added sugars OR high fructose corn syrup. Just look at almost any food label in the US and it has high fructose corn syrup, compared to the EU, none, zero zip nada. I miss Europe so much, being able to go to paris by train when we stayed more 40 mins away is so nice, whereas in the US, people stay in frederick md to go to DC, but there is no train whatsoever, you have to go from frederick to MoCo, BY CAR just to take the train.

[@abbyc.4215]

I studied in Spain for a full year during grad school and again as an undergrad. I'm giving myself this year to save as much as possible before heading back for good. The quality of life is soooo much better there! The US simply doesn't do it for me anymore.

[@KimsLantern]

Rock on!!!! Cheers to you!

[@bfree4830]

Same here, where in Spain did you study? I studied in Barcelona

[@abbyc.4215]

@@bfree4830 Nice! I studied in Madrid.

[@abbyc.4215]

@@bfree4830 I studied once in Madrid and the other time in Asturias. Great times!

[@avas1wingedangel]

I just wanna say it's a good move for these people and I don't blame them because of the huge situation in the US is falling apart due gun violence, government corruption, poor environment in economic and death rates rising, it's a huge mess and a good choice for these people moving out of the US to move on in their lives for a better future.

[@PUBLICnoose]

Europe Is far worse off

[@meahdahlgren6537]

@@PUBLICnoose right

[@not0mrh]

@@PUBLICnoose I dunno where in Europe you're talking about, but here where I live I feel socially and financially secure 🤷‍♂️

[@mamax7169]

@@PUBLICnoose 😂

[@Wolf_Gaming-o4l]

@@PUBLICnoose canadas where it’s at

[@roxiethecockapoo1138]

I'm also planning on moving to Europe, having a part time home in the U.S. and another in either France or Wales. I don't dislike the U.S., but it's just another place with the same stores and events. I'd like to appreciate the cultures and beauty of other locations.

[@jkn5039]

Damn you must be loaded lol

[@marciawade9101]

Me too!

[@feartheghostinme675]

As an American 🇺🇸 thank you!! and take all your family with you 🙏

[@justincoleman7856]

Must be nice to have all that extra cash on hand to really enjoy life! Unfortunately the video has nothing to do with your topic.

[@Jess1234]

safe travels Roxie

[@robbyrob8349]

I just bought a home in central Italy in the same town where my grandparents came from. I go there 3 times a year. In another 2 years, I’ll be living there permanently.

[@sivan1127]

1600's - Europeans move to Americas' 2000's - Americans move to Europe

[@Embargoman]

And other places!

[@someonejunior4564]

That's what happens when our culture gets displaced by ghetto thug culture

[@ekop1778]

YEA I JUST WROTE THAT GO FIGURE! HUH!

[@Chill_guy_done_being_chill]

That's how it works

[@Breh3543]

They drop off their offsprings and later in the future their offsprings leave but anyways I guess this is a win for the natives !

[@peteralmeida8321]

I came to Europe with 18 to take my degree and since then i have been living between Portugal and England. I'm half English and half Portuguese, and i can i speak fluent Portuguese so the adaption was quite easy. I returned to the US for a while but the culture shock was just too big compared to what i've got used to in Europe. One thing is to experience America as a teen, another as an adult: healthcare, housing, the exploitative work culture, the superficial and vapid attitude many people have towards life, lack consumer rights, lack of transparency, lack of regulations... now don't get me wrong, European countries have lots of problems but they pale in comparison. I love America but i can't see myself raising a family there.

[@blancavelasquez9859]

wrdgaf

[@michaelmashayahanya6281]

@@blancavelasquez9859 lol

[@sarkaniemi]

This is perhaps the only good thing that came out of Covid-19; remote working from home, meaning you can relocate and settle wherever you want.

[@kpnrxogxhyt]

I hope lots of unhappy Americans move so the ones who do love it can enjoy it!

[@mikewhocheeseharry5292]

Is that really a good thing though?

[@genoric4094]

@@mikewhocheeseharry5292 it’s an amazing thing, less need for gas and more productivity. The thing that you lose is the social aspect of it but otherwise it is a good thing.

[@Angel-tw3ko]

Not really some jobs you telework and still go in

[@kpnrxogxhyt]

@@Angel-tw3ko it’s his fantasy let him think what he wants.

[@britbrat1127]

Everybody is coming over here to have the “American Dream” when we’re in a nightmare due to gun violence, racism, human rights/healthcare and politics. I know a lot of people who get fed up with it and just left the whole country. I was born in Los Angeles and nowhere is this issue more prevalent than here. Everyone comes to this country and it honestly doesn’t feel like home anymore plus the whole world is desperately overpopulated. Our economy is in the trash and we can’t get OUR homeless natives off the streets, yet we have resources for others. It’s just so tiring and sad. Another planet would suffice. I’m sick of everything.

[@tjmartin8516]

America has less crime now than it did 30 years ago in the US isn’t even a racist country if you’re escaping the US for racism then you’re delusional because it’s way worse in Europe

[@jakecrackerbarrel8348]

Los Angeles needs to get it together

[@CleverCheetah]

Another anti gun liberal

[@jinjysbro]

Racism is worse in Europe.

[@apepsienthusiast1168]

Of course you’re hating on America you’re from LA lol

[@wanderlustpilgrim]

We moved to a medieval Norman-Era village in Campania, Italy (also in our late fifties). We left 'crazy' and arrived in calmness. Thanks for your videos & good luck.

[@knox1044]

I went to Germany for a few years in my teens, I learned German/English growing up. I’ve decided next year to move back hopefully permanently. I already own a house here in the U.S outright but I can’t stand the political climate, divisiveness, violence, economical downturn. It makes me sad but I truly feel the American dream died after the boomer generation

[@iambatman6120]

Cant believe I’m saying this, but I feel like America itself is on its deathbed. 😔

[@youareyourwords]

I wanna move to Germany so I'm gonna learn German

[@_Rockill_]

💯 Gen X here and totally agree. I have never achieved 10% of what my parents did despite working from age 16 and getting a bachelors degree that isn’t worth the paper it’s printed on.

[@petersmith1104]

US has completely lost the plot.

[@chicagosideshows5556]

I’m done with this country I’m moving out.

[@anthonyjamesvasquez]

Right behind ya.

[@SamuelSamuelSamuel1]

Same. I found a college visa program to australia, for American’s who wanna become doctors and I’m like 👀. America has been a lovely country, But I’m growing tired of Americas uniquely tiringly American politics. It’s a beautiful country but it just isn’t for me ❤️

[@BigFella117]

“The thing about the American dream, is you need to be asleep to believe in it.”

[@sipapito]

George Carlin

[@BigFella117]

@@sipapito very good

[@Oliver1269ii]

As a dane, i understand it 100%. The terrible politicians. laws and general unsafety of living in the US is insane

[@jonnyindepth6409]

Lol the USA is big, and you don't seem to understand that there is a lot of diversity. There is way more here than NYC, LA, and the other big crapholes, but you wouldn't know because you believe the hype

[@signediaz2469]

my grandmother was from denmark, she moved to the US when she had my mother and uncle…im thinking of bringing the family back

[@fbyi2940]

@@jonnyindepth6409 well those places still needs car to get around and still, some bad politician will ruin those places

[@Lenevor]

Wdym “insane”? The us literally is declining in violence turn off that woke leftist media

[@Ryan-cb1ei]

@@fbyi2940 What??? Not NYC, it actually has good public transit, and many different options, even if not so glamorous at times.

[@Arex_00]

I moved to philippines years ago and it is the best decision I’ve ever made. Everything is cheap including owning a land you can literally live for $200 a month. Now i own mango plantation and a beach house. Great weather and beautiful sunset friendly people.

[@8803u9]

You must be white. Living in the Philippines is hard for anyone who isn't rich or white

[@ncrveteranranger4454]

$200 a month! And a Mango plantation! That's impressive

[@speakupyt4900]

Philippine is one of the highest crime rate country. See the news how many peoples get killed.

[@Arex_00]

@@speakupyt4900 i have european couple neighbor and some americans living in our area. Nope we got to live peacefully in this beautiful paradise near the beach.

[@samsam-lee4022]

@speakup yt false!! I moved here in the Philippines where my first child was born and we never experienced any trouble. Everyone is just very kind and helpful. I even walk at 2 am in the morning to go to work and i never experienced someone following me unlike there in the US.

[@richardspillers6282]

Our culture is toxic. Most everything here sucks. While you might be "free" to a few small degrees, that's temporary. You can make 6 figures here and still not be able to afford a place to live.

[@manhattan_maria]

I am an American living in Italy for three years now…never going back!

[@nicollekalivoda9454]

Quite a few things conveniently not mentioned: you will need insurance to cover any health expenses until you can opt in to the local health care, often you need to provide proof of funds that you have to support yourself until you get a job there, also sometimes even a return ticket is required. Customer service ain’t what it is in North America so be prepared for inflexible codified laws in contracts, tedious and frustrating bureaucracy and inconvenient office hours for various services. As a Canadian who went to live abroad for nearly 4 years, I could never get used to the overcrowded streets and air pollution and I learned to appreciate Canada, so I came back and I love home so much more.

[@rociomartines916]

You mean the suburbs??🤢🤮

[@gb5007]

Just came back from a year in the USA. Worst customer service ever of all countries on planet Earth...and then they expect a tip afterwards...

[@goodgrief888]

They’ll treat you for major medical issues basically for free in every European country.

[@latazra]

Health insurance or even the cost of a doctor visit is less than most prescriptions in the US. You can’t compare living in Canada to any major US city.

[@erinjoy5625]

@Lovely_Day hey, nova Scotian here 🙋lol

[@mattnichols4592]

I visited London 5 years ago and fell in love with England and culture I was considering moving there at one point. Still crosses my mind every now and then. I’m hoping to go visit there for Thanksgiving.

[@psycho3v]

Try not getting stabbed 😂

[@tiani8559]

London is nice, it has issues like knife crime and it’s expensive to live over there but overall is a nice place.

[@switch12345678]

@@tiani8559 I don't know why moving to megacities is still such a hype. It is only worthwhile for poor migrants with few demands and for the super-rich.

[@tiani8559]

@@switch12345678 I’m not trying to make it a hype. I do believe London has major problems as do the UK as a whole. It’s a nice place in certain areas if you have the money to go over there and rent a house that is well maintained/furnished. Sorry for the misrepresentation lol

[@modernskyn]

@@psycho3v It’s not as bad as you think. It’s actually safer in the UK than the US. People don’t just gets stabbed in the UK. It’s usually because of revenge or gang related. You’re more likely to get robbed in the US than the UK.

[@agquaproductions9361]

I am DYING to move. So difficult. It's almost impossible to get out of here.

[@jackiecordova1079]

I have seen on KZbin that alot of Americans want to move to a other country this is very sad I always thought the U S the richest country in the world is going downhill I pray for Americans who wants to move to a other country that they can live a good life my prayers for you all from Switzerland where I live 🙏🇺🇲🇨🇭

[@ruttolomeo1987]

I’m very happy this is happening! I love Americans and I hope to see many more of them here around in Italy

[@terriolancer5783]

And I wanna some more Italians and French here in Jamaica 🇯🇲

[@someoneOFearth]

We aren't that great 😂 especially the younger ones

[@emilie8356]

They’ll block your streets just to take a picture of the sunset and dance in green lights for their social media, there’s a clip of it happening at New York

[@james.9831]

@@terriolancer5783 LOOOL GOODLUCK I don't think French or Italians moving there despite having a huge crime rate.

[@_shotsbyjay]

Moving to Europe isnt any better to be honest, only thing i can come up with is because of how bad the health care is here.

[@net2dev]

I'm on the same boat. Grinding and working hard to leave. Fed up with taxes and the cost of living ratio to the quality of life. My goal is to relocate to UAE. I'm recovering from a very unfair divorce in California. Lost everything due to it. I'm starting over somewhere else.

[@nightowl7261]

You do know the IRS will still chase you to wherever you end up going?

[@my_creator3116]

If your rich the IRS will chase you down . Better move to a third world country bro then they’ll leave you alone

[@jks3849]

Only two countries engage in citizenship based taxation, Eritrea and USA

[@jks3849]

One can commit an act that can result in loss of US citizenship, to get out of paying $2350 to renounce one's US citizenship

[@brybryguy6314]

What they don't tell you is moving to an EU nation is actually really really difficult non the less getting citizenship is extremely hard. You can buy property yes to an extent but when it comes to your actual status, that's a different story. Depending on what nation the best you can get is just renewing your visas over and over. But again it does depend on the country and also the EU laws and guidelines on immigration

[@whydoiexistrnwhy]

Why must they make it difficult?

[@kennedy4257]

@@whydoiexistrnwhy because they actually respect boundaries and don't just let everyone in. America should actually try it some time.

[@wuwei2680]

@@kennedy4257 US is also pretty hard actually the hardest in visa

[@oliveryt7168]

Not really. You can move to Germany anytime. If you find a job, you can stay here with no problem..

[@oliveryt7168]

@@kennedy4257 good joke... read about the "migrant crisis".. millions of illegal migrants flooded Europe for years now.. only thanks to Greece we weren't overrun.

[@sillycaelo]

I am incredibly sorry for the people suffering in U.S. I hope everyone will get out of the suffering and be happy in their new homes in any country.

[@Clintsessentials]

Thank you. Most of us can't afford a home...

[@vallendior]

I moved abroad years ago and never looked back. I couldn’t imagine moving back to the US permanently at this point.

[@sleeperboi8701]

Hope it was Africa

[@salvinsam]

Did you renounce your US citizenship?

[@vickimore5954]

I came to this country almost 20 years ago LEGALLY. This country has given me nothing but opportunities. I have worked hard and earned my share of the American pie. I will not leave this place simply because the time is tough. I will defend this place and fight for it like the founding fathers. This is the land that I will rest my soul.

[@livid7447]

Ok

[@ButterflyG673]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️

[@ricarellan]

I love your mindset

[@brianboykin4965]

May your Gods bless you. 4 thousand comments and this is one of the only occurrences of standing up and being proud of your country. Imagine what could be accomplished if the other 4k stopped being cowards and started being AMERICANS.

[@bxhxbdhdhh2278]

@@brianboykin4965 School Shootings Would Be Alot Higher

[@braddillon4311]

"Far cry from their apartment in BROOKLYN." Explains everything lol

[@ekop1778]

WHAT A DOUCE HEAD THAT SAYS IT ALL!

[@johncena-hq1ti]

Exactly compared to ny anything is cheap.🤦‍♂️

[@Blacksheep-Ba-Ba]

I know I've had enough!! I want to leave asap! I've already started the legwork. Peeling away all those things I don't need anymore and starting with becoming a minimalist is a good idea.

[@dystopian.mp4]

I'm not an American but British, I've always wanted to move to America for the education experience when younger and wanted to live in those states with big houses in the US, however the only puts that idea off is the how the media portray everything there. I haven't been to the US since childhood and now nearing mid 20s, so I wouldnt say I have a good perception there. But now I've moved to Hongkong it's the same of high priced rent for a small amount of space and the cost of living is sky high.

[@Embargoman]

Well, Hong Kong is a nice place to visit.

[@hijisfriend9030]

For reference, don't go to Singapore, Tokyo, Jakarta and etc either. These big cities have high living cost.

[@rongarcia2128]

Why not stay in Britain?

[@onemansvoice9132]

did you want American education?

[@kamrynharding8772]

America has decent education depending on where you go. The thing is, it’s extremely expensive and debt in the US will break your back here. It’s a cool place to visit if you’re not from there but I wouldn’t recommend moving here. The cost of living is more than outsiders think it is here. Of course it depends where you live here too. I live in Michigan and it costs probably half to live there compared to places like New York or in California.

[@I_Love_Puzzle_from_Arknights]

I'm not American but I want to live in a medieval looking village in Germany

[@work90]

Too bad. You'll see Muslims instead

[@tight_cleanfresh4440]

@@work90 bro wtf get your racist ass tf outta here

[@UnprofessionalProfessor]

@@work90 To be fair, that's still pretty medieval.😅 "When I said I wanted to live in a medieval village, this was _not_ what I had in mind!"

[@FinnishNationalist123]

@Karina the IT GIRL💫 Yep u heard right. Muslims. In germany.

[@someone55995]

@Karina the IT GIRL💫 Germany is sadly full of Muslim immigrants which will surpass real Germans soon. I really dislike the country's immigrant policy

[@JonnyBgooD007]

Can relate here. Prior service Navy and have been to 11 different countries. I've always said and still believe, that's there's no comparison when it comes to quality of life while living abroad. You true feel mentally, spiritually, and financially free. I finished my study abroad in New Zealand 5 years ago and with the recent things going on now, I have no ties to the US.

[@JonnyBgooD007]

@Nemusis 999 Spoken like a keyboard warrior whose never served 🍻.

[@JonnyBgooD007]

@Nemusis 999 I guess I can make the same argument. Apparently to you, I vote blue, because I have an opinion that sways outside a "strict" red narrative. One fabricated by people who I guarantee care nothing about you. Sounds like you've been nowhere outside the states. Maybe it's because you're always praying to your Satan in the basement Mr./Miss "999". Yea your religion is the foundation of America buddy. Then again...I don't know you.

[@blancavelasquez9859]

liberals leaving the sinking ship not bad

[@Nighthawk-8050]

If I had the money hell yeah I would get out of the United States in a heartbeat

[@SpidyJ92]

I'm working on that already just saving most of my money then in a few more years I'm out. 👍🏽

[@Nighthawk-8050]

@@SpidyJ92 Hey that's great Alex please go and don't look back

[@youareyourwords]

already saving money so I can get the hell out of this country when I'm 18 😍😍

[@braddillon4311]

So, they picked 3 families as examples, with 2 of them living in Brooklyn, the 4th most expensive city/place to live in the US. Nice.

[@00BeesKnees00]

$3,000 for a 3 bedroom apartment here. And it's not even the hip part of Brooklyn.

[@allaansnackbar4269]

People could move out of the city and populate the suburbs and rural areas bringing more amenities that they like

[@scottjones8406]

@@allaansnackbar4269 ya but then they would have to live in the rural areas with those racist conservatives

[@jackiehammerton]

We just bought a new penthouse in Spain with a fixed interest rate of 0.8%. My husband’s in tech for a EU company and I’m a primary school teacher, so we’re a working class couple. Living is simply cheaper here.

[@smurgerburger]

@@scottjones8406 if this is how you see rural areas your life is honestly sad. I havent met a racist once in my life.

[@Claymorw]

Healthcare, I’m in Canada, found a job easily as a bilingual, speaking French, don’t pay a penny at the hospital, and making way more money. America is also one of the most insane country when it comes to race, everything whether black or white, make their lives completely about it. The move to Canada was the best choice ever.

[@Blaze6432]

Most Canadian cities have extremely poor cost of living factors as well. Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, Calgary all have over inflated housing prices.

[@Lupis_dea]

I moved two years ago from the states to New Zealand. I was only able to do so because I met my partner online and our relationship helped me get a visa and later residency. My main reasons for moving was socialized healthcare, better quality of life, better labor laws, stricter food and prescription laws, stricter gun laws. It’s not a perfect country by any means. But i’m very thankful I has opportunities to leave. All my friends back in america dreamed of moving away as well. For alot of young people the American dream is leaving America.

[@CandyCat9462]

As a Portuguese descent, who lives in the US. I would love to live in Portugal especially in the Azores since my grandmother was born there😍💙🤍

[@peppermeat8059]

you could stil go! if you have the money and want to

[@PatriciaPageMosaicArtsCrafts]

I have been to Portugal it is fabulous, I love the old buildings and the atmosphere absolutely beautiful memories ❤

[@pandica745]

Portugal is amazing for foreigners. It's cheap for them but super expensive for Portuguese people. Minimum wage is 750€ when renting a house is 800€+

[@Musickt196]

You’re not Portuguese, you’re an American of Portuguese descent.

[@CandyCat9462]

@@Musickt196 Thank you for correcting me🙏🏼

[@MoistCrumpet]

Well, I can’t say I blame them. Living in a country that allows anyone to have a gun, and has insane medical bills along with a lack of healthcare would probably be incredibly difficult.

[@DLI002]

Felons can't have guns

[@chungusultimate]

America is the best. It's just a skill issue. Make more money

[@Ollie0602]

@@chungusultimate America might as be a third world country at this rate

[@chungusultimate]

@@Ollie0602 Continue being delusional buddy

[@unspecifiedvirusofunknownr2931]

@@Ollie0602 you clearly never live in third world country

[@candice44441]

The reason is because high cost of everything, Lack of universal healthcare, conservatives taking away women’s rights, gun violence, poor mental health among communities, the list goes on and on. If you plan to move to another country you need to know there is no easy escape from taxes abroad for US citizens you still need to pay the government and could be subjected to double taxation. Yes that is away the government keeps you tied to the US

[@krashd]

If you renounce US citizenship then you cannot be taxed but even as a European I would suggest testing the waters for at least a year or so before doing something that drastic because once citizenship is gone it can be tricky to get it back. Also it has always blown my mind that Americans can be taxed while living abroad.

[@justincoleman7856]

Conservatives have not taken away women's rights, you need to read the actual document before you make false claims. Aside from that everything else is correct.

[@ebo2715]

@@justincoleman7856 stop splitting hairs. Abortion has essentially been made illegal in many states so yes they have

[@IronicalChronical]

You’re only moving because of Biden’s(a democrat) bad economic policies, so I wouldn’t put the blame on conservatives.

[@Brandon-ch2ot]

Lol?

[@melparker8689]

Business leaders and the government need to come up with a plan to make this nation attractive for Americans to want to stay because this trend will only continue. I know the grass is not always greener on the other side but I am also one of those Americans wanting to part ways with this country.

[@chris_p_bacon886]

Crazy how in America we have to struggle so hard with money. Yet there countries like Argentina where my family resides and they living just fine and money issues is the last of all things.

[@Blaze6432]

1/3 if Argentina lives in poverty and they have one of the higher rates of people moving our of the country. It's good to know you decided to not research this before posting.

[@chris_p_bacon886]

@@Blaze6432 nope my family comes from Argentina and my mom still lives out there. You can buy houses in Argentina in the city for 100k (American money) with 3-4 bedrooms and access to a lot of stuff and there's so much things within walking distance. The currency here is $200 pesos to $1 American dollar