Discover the best destinations for retiring outside the U.S. Explore affordability, quality of life, and where Social Security goes furthest.
Summary: An increasing number of American retirees are choosing to spend their post-work years abroad, driven by lower costs of living, better access to healthcare, and a desire for a more relaxed lifestyle. According to a CNN Travel article published on March 20, 2025, this trend reflects broader shifts in both (i) affordability concerns and […]
Summary:A Financial Times article published on March 24, 2025, reports a notable surge in wealthy Americans transferring assets to Switzerland in response to rising uncertainty around the potential return of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency. Private banks, wealth managers, and family offices in Switzerland are seeing increased demand from U.S. clients seeking to diversify […]
Summary: A Semafor article published on March 23, 2025, reports that a growing number of Americans are actively pursuing second passports, motivated by political instability. While many Americans are not yet moving, affluent Americans are seeking the option. Half the world’s countries offer visas or passport pathways based on investments or financial contributions so many affluent Americans […]
Summary: A growing number of Americans are choosing to leave the United States in what some are calling the “Great American Exodus.” According to the March 20, 2025 article from UnHerd, this trend is no longer limited to retirees or temporary digital nomads. Increasingly, middle-class professionals, young families, and politically disillusioned citizens are moving abroad […]
Summary: In 2024, a record-breaking number of over 6,100 Americans applied for British citizenship, marking the highest figure since records began in 2004. This surge represents a 26% increase compared to 2023, which saw fewer than 5,000 applications. Notably, the final quarter of 2024 experienced a 40% rise, with over 1,700 applications submitted, the largest […]
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