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When we asked people why foreigners move to United States, they responded...

"With a population of close to 40,000, Annapolis, Maryland is a bustling city on the Chesapeake Bay that is conveniently located about an hour west of D.C. and an hour south of Baltimore. Annapolis is home to the U.S. Naval Academy and St. John's College. Downtown Annapolis is filled with restaurants, shops, old inns, a maritime museum and historical sites. The city has numerous marinas and yacht clubs. For families, Annapolis' Public Schools are well ranked plus there are a number of private schools in town," wrote a member who made the move to Annapolis, US.

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"The United States offers expats a number of advantages that make it an attractive country to call home. Expats can benefit from the United States' strong economy, excellent job opportunities and world-class educational institutions. American culture is widely celebrated, offering a diverse range of experiences and activities to newcomers. Additionally, the U.S. is home to many beautiful areas, cities and landscapes, some of which are widely known around the world. Finally, expats benefit from the support and resources available to them through the U.S.'s numerous networking and support groups as well as its globally recognized healthcare system," explained one expat living in United States.

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Joshua Wood Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.

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