What advice do overseas retirees have for others considering retiring abroad?
When we asked what advice they have for others considering retiring abroad, they advised...
"Research your chosen destination thoroughly and validate it meets your needs and expectations; understand the local laws and be sure to establish your legal rights in the chosen country; consult with a local financial and legal advisor to ensure that your investments, banking, taxes and healthcare are all in order; establish a relationship with a local contact and become familiar with the local culture and customs; budget accordingly and save money to cover unexpected costs and to protect your financial security; learn the language if possible to make the transition smoother; visit the location before making a commitment; and create a linear plan and developing strategies to help ensure that you make the very most of your new life in a new country," remarked another expat who made the move to Izmir, Turkey.
Other Questions:
- What do I need to know before retiring in Izmir?
- What do I need to know before moving to Izmir?
- How do I find a place to live in Izmir?
- What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Izmir?
- What is the average cost of housing in Izmir?
- How do I meet people in Izmir?
- What should I pack when moving to Izmir?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Izmir?
- Will I be able to find a job in Izmir?
- What is life like in Izmir?
- What do people like (and dislike) about Izmir?
- What type of social life can someone expect in Izmir?
- What is the social scene like in Izmir?
- What advice to expats in Izmir have about housing?
- What are medical services in Izmir like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Izmir?
- Is the cost of living in Izmir high?
- What are the visa & residency requirements in Izmir?
- Why do people move to Izmir?
What advice do overseas retirees have for others considering retiring abroad?
If you live in Izmir, newcomers to Izmir would love to hear your answer to this question.