Real Estate Advice
Our real estate partners and people living abroad have generously shared their experiences and expertise about buying real estate and renting homes overseas. Plus, they've contributed tips for living in their local areas.
Tips for Buying Propery in Minturno Italy, Jordan
Central historic district or the beach marina district. Continue Reading
12 Tips for Living in Playa del Carmen, Mexico
An expat who moved to Playa del Carmen several months ago talks about meeting other expats in Playa, the lower cost of living, area hospitals, shopping, restaurants in Playa, nightlife and much more. Continue Reading
12 Tips for Living in Bangkok, Thailand
An expat in Bangkok, Thailand talks about expat life in Bangkok - with its lower cost of living, warm weather, good hospitals, grocery shopping, Bangkokians love of food and more. Continue Reading
12 Tips for Living in San Jacinto, Ecuador
An expat talks about living in the small fishing village of San Jacinto in Ecuador's Manabi province. With its perfect climate and low cost of living, San Jacinto might be the perfect place for those looking for a quiet beach town. Continue Reading
12 Tips for Living in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
An expat in Guatemala talks about why expats move to Lake Atitlan - from the eternal springtime weather to the low cost of living to the laid-back lifestyle. He also covers topics such as residency in Guatemala, proximity to quality healthcare, nightlife and schools in the Lake Atitlan area. Continue Reading
Tips for Renting Property in San Ignacio, Belize
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Macarena Rose with Keller Williams Belize offers tips for expats renting homes in Belize. Expats should use a lawyer at all times, work with a vetted leasing agency and more. Continue Reading
12 Tips for Living in Pedasi, Panama
An expat in Panama talks about what it's like to retire in Pedasi. He discusses applying for the Pensionado visa, nearby hospitals in Las Tablas and Chitre, the cost of living in Panama. If you're planning to visit Pedasi stop by Smiley's on Sundays to watch football and meet expats. Continue Reading
12 Tips for Living in Dusseldorf, Germany
A glimpse at expat life in Dusseldorf, Germany - from international schools to cost of living in Dusseldorf, expat clubs to recreational activities. Continue Reading
12 Tips for Living in Epinal, France
An expat talks about life in Epinal, France, a historic city in northeastern France on the Moselle River. Epinal isn't an expat enclave, but has a lot to offer - low cost of living and lots of clubs and cultural activities. Have a pint at Epinal's Irish Pub and you'll get a feel for the local scene. Continue Reading
Tips for Renting Property in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Expats in Ho Chi Minh typically live in District 1, District 2, District 3, Binh Thanh District, Tan Binh District, Phu Nhuan District, District 5. Continue Reading
Tips for Buying Propery in Palawan, Philippines
An expat in the Philippines offers advice to newcomers about buying property there. He explains that foreigners who condo buyers are typically eligible for the Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV). Continue Reading
Tips for Buying Propery in Ecuador
An expat in Ecuador offers advice to other expats buying property in Ecuador -- from finding a local lawyer to renting before buying to the best places to buy property in Ecuador. Continue Reading
Tips for Buying Property in the Southern Pacific region of Costa Rica
By Steve Linder, Pacific Lots and Homes of Costa Rica
Steve Linder offers a wealth of information and advice about buying property in Costa Rica - from the bests places for expats to live in Costa Rica to the steps involved in buying property to property prices. Continue Reading
11 Tips for Living in Ojochal, Costa Rica
By Steve Linder, Pacific Lots and Homes of Costa Rica
Ojochal, Costa Rica is an international residential community, not a tourist town. It boasts beautiful beaches, a low crime rate, a thriving expat social scene and more. Steve Linder offers a great overview of the area. Continue Reading
