Ever notice how everyone loves to talk about the “freedom” of moving abroad – until you see them crash into a brick wall of bureaucracy, taxes, or one bad decision? Many come right back home when this happens.
And here at the Freedom Files, we've seen these costly mistakes made over and over (not by our clients!).
To help you avoid these same pitfalls, we break down in this video the ten traps that most Americans abroad fall into.
So to your question of "how to move abroad" – There are many correct ways. But here, we'll cover the lessons learned the hard way by thousands of US expats overseas that cost them years of regret, thousands of dollars, and sometimes their entire shot at a better, healthier, wealthier, and new life.
"How to Move Abroad Without Losing Your Money, Time or Hair" Timestamps
- 00:00 – Start
- 00:30 – Language
- 01:49 – Stability
- 02:46 – Property
- 03:54 – Residency
- 04:44 – Bank Account
- 05:54 – Healthcare
- 07:10 – Cost of Living
- 08:43 – Taxes
- 09:48 – Visa Requirements
- 11:05 – Immigration Path
This is not financial, tax, or legal advice and should not be considered so. Do not take any action without consulting the relevant professionals.