When I left the US in 2022, I figured most of it out the hard way. The visa paperwork, the bureaucracy, the community-building, the body-compass work of choosing where to actually go. There was no single place that pulled it together for someone like me — a woman over 50 doing this alone — so I made the guides I wish I’d had.
Every one of these is free. No catch. They live here because they’re meant to be used.
If you’re considering a move abroad, start with whichever guide answers the question you’re sitting with right now. There’s no order. Just take the one you need.
🚀 The Over 50 Readiness Check A short self-assessment for anyone over 50 considering a move abroad. Answer honestly and you'll know where you actually stand, whether you're ready to start planning or whether there's inner work to do first.
🌍 The 6-Question Country Filter The fastest way to eliminate 80% of countries from your list. Interactive tool, answer six questions and the filter does the math.
🦋 The Body Compass A somatic guide to choosing your country. Uses physical signals: chest, breath, and shoulders to find the answer your head can’t reach.
✅ The Tuesday Test A simple exercise that simulates what an ordinary Tuesday would actually look like in the country you're considering. Beautiful vacation photos lie. Tuesdays don't.
🌟 The 90-Day Pre-Move Community Plan What to do in the three months before you land so you arrive with people already waiting on the other end.
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I also have some amazing offers from International Living that may interest you!
If you’re specifically interested in moving to Portugal, this is a great resource: Portugal Made Easy
There’s also a wonderful guide to help you Live Better Overseas
And this!!! How to Move out of the US
My Expat Toolkit (The Tools I Use & Trust)
Banking & Money:
Wise: For transferring money internationally. Use my referral code for a free transfer up to $600.
Charles Schwab: The best bank account for expats. No foreign transaction fees and unlimited ATM fee rebates worldwide plus free money wiring.
Chase Sapphire Preferred: My go-to credit card for travel hacking and earning points, with no foreign transaction fees.
Travel & Connectivity:
ExpressVPN: The VPN I use to keep my connection secure. Get three extra months with my link.
eSim Nomad: The most reliable eSIM I’ve found for staying connected on the go.
Home Exchanges:
Kindred: The home exchange platform I used to stay in a gorgeous L.A. bungalow for three weeks.
HomeExchange: The world’s leading home exchange platform, connecting over 200,000 members across 155 countries for reciprocal or points-based home swaps.
—Expat on a Budget (AKA) Living Abroad on a Budget, Expat by Design and My Unknown Adventure by Kimberly Anne
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***Disclaimer: My writing, and podcasts are based on personal experience and are for informational purposes only. Please seek professional advice before making decisions about moving abroad. I am not responsible for any outcomes resulting from the use of this information.