What Will It Cost? Accessing and paying for quality healthcare is a major concern for most people in the United States because the U.S. system is, by far, the most expensive in the world. In the United States, 18% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is spent on healthcare, far greater than any other country. Outside […]
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3 Costly Medicare Assumptions 1. Medicare is free. 2. Medicare covers Everything. 3. Medicare covers you anywhere in the world. Let’s be Clear! 1. Medicare is not free. There are premiums and/or deductibles for each Part of Medicare. 2. Medicare does not cover everything. Most major medical services require you pay 20% in coinsurance, and […]
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Where will you live when you Retire? Do you dream of moving away from the snow and ice to a warmer, sunnier climate? Are there budget friendly places here in the U.S.? You bet there are! Kiplinger, May 2014: “10 Cheapest U.S. Cities To Live In” This information comes directly from Kiplinger and shows the […]
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Belize – White sandy beaches. Tax-friendly too. Located on the Caribbean Sea between Mexico and Guatemala, Belize is a hidden gem. Activities The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the second largest in the world, makes this country a paradise for diving, snorkeling, fishing and boating. You’ll find mountains, jungle and Mayan ruins too. Residency Requirements Many retirees […]
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Nicaragua As you walk down the street, you are surrounded by brightly painted buildings adorned with festive flowering plants and trees. Founded in 1529, Granada is a colonial city like no other. Its unique Moorish flavor and baroque architecture make for a stylish, laid back atmosphere. The city, though quaint, has the modern conveniences of […]
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Ecuador-#1 Retirement Destination in the World It’s a beautiful spring day, 65 degrees and sunny, and you think to yourself, “If only it could always be like this.” Welcome to Quito, the highest capital city in the world. It’s location on the equator and elevation of 9,350 above sea level, create the city […]
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Panama wants you! With its stunning beaches, artistic mountain communities and dazzling cities, Panama has something for everyone and at a price that can’t be ignored. You walk along a sundrenched beach. Warm water gently tickles the soles of your feet while the scent of sea and surf envelope you. You sigh and feel the […]
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“Aruba, Jamaica ooh I wanna take ya to Bermuda, Bahama come on pretty mama”-The Beach Boys In conversations about retirement, moving overseas is always a hot topic. The ocean is always bluer on the other side of the equator. We all know or have heard of the wonderful places, the low cost of living, and […]
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