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...
"I have answered so many questions im tired of telling people, if you don't like it you can go back !," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Odessa, Ukraine.
"The Ukrainian people are great. The women dress and behave like real women and are fiercely proud of their feminity, my wife is awesome," commented one expat who made the move to Kharkov, Ukraine.

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Other Questions:
- What do I need to know before retiring in Ukraine?
- How do I meet people in Ukraine?
- What is life like in Ukraine?
- Is there a lot of crime in Ukraine?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Ukraine accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Ukraine like?
- Is the cost of living in Ukraine high?
- What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Ukraine?
- What are healthcare services like in Ukraine?
- Is the cost of living in Ukraine high?
- What type of recreational facilities are in Ukraine?
- What is the weather like in Ukraine?
- Are there good restaurants in Ukraine?
- Where will I buy groceries and do other shopping in Ukraine?
- What are the visa & residency requirements in Ukraine?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Ukraine?
- What do I need to know when buying property in Ukraine?
- Are foreigners allowed to own property in Ukraine?
- What appliances are typically included in a rental?
What advice do overseas retirees have for others considering retiring abroad?
If you live in Ukraine, newcomers to Ukraine would love to hear your answer to this question.
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