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What’s your primary criteria for choosing a new home base abroad? The question usually begins with something about beaches, mountains, or both. Or perhaps your preferred climate. But the reality is that healthcare access becomes increasingly important as we move through our 50s and beyond. That’s especially true for those of us building location-independent businesses …
Costa Rica’s Central Valley presents the perfect backdrop for location-independent entrepreneurs looking to reinvent midlife. The climate and lifestyle of this coveted region make it ideal for expats and nomads seeking both productivity and quality of life. I’ve spent a lot of time in Costa Rica, and despite the beauty of the beaches, the coastal …
The world is evolving, and so are the opportunities for those of us looking to reinvent ourselves at midlife. Case in point: Traveling abroad in conjunction with working for yourself. It’s a chance to experience a higher quality of life and protect yourself from the whims of an ageist employer who wants to shed your …
When you think of Costa Rica, you may first think of the beaches. Maybe the lush resorts along the Gold Coast. Or the surfing hot spots like Tamarindo and Nosara. You may have even ventured further down the Pacific coast, to enjoy the wonders of Dominical, Uvita, and Ojochal. Or enjoyed the party atmosphere of …
My decade-long romance with Baja Sur, Mexico began with an industry event that I spoke at year-after-year in Cabo San Lucas. The event usually coincided with my birthday, so I would often arrive early or stay after to enjoy some “me” time. That led to venturing beyond the familiar tourist environment of Los Cabos to …
I see ads for financial advisors saying “It’s not too late!” to catch up on your retirement savings over the next ten years. And they often point to current the bull market as a means to make it happen. Unfortunately, the market doesn’t share that sentiment. Not only is it a dangerous risk, it may …
So far, we’ve explored the main components of Unretirement Planning, and why it’s a smarter move than playing the increasingly unattainable retirement game. Generation X continues its lifelong run as the middle children of history. Every advantage enjoyed by those who came before us, ranging from stay-at-home moms to corporate pensions, has been unceremoniously yanked …
The conventional wisdom says tariffs hurt everyone. Higher prices. Supply chain disruptions. Economic uncertainty. And that will be the reality for U.S. citizens who stay put. It’s going to be painful, to say the least. But for location-independent entrepreneurs and digital professionals, the latest wave of Trump tariffs might offer an unexpected opportunity. The Dollar’s …
So you’re putting together your own unretirement plan. But where should you go to start living your best life at midlife? The digital revolution has created unprecedented opportunities for freelancers, consultants, and digital entrepreneurs in their 50s to run thriving remote businesses while experiencing the world. A big motivator is a higher quality of life …
The political situation and outrageous cost of living in the United States have plenty of people wanting to leave. But then the naysayers pop up, ignorantly asserting that: “You can’t just move to another country.” Of course you can, and often you don’t even need a visa, residency permit, or citizenship to spend year-round outside …
At the heart of “Unretirement Planning” is developing a location-independent business that allows you to work and live anywhere in the world you want. The toughest part of freelancing, consulting, or any other client services business is getting the clients. It’s not enough to excel at your craft; you have to market your services in …
You can’t escape the hype about the creator economy. Build an audience, gain influence, get paid. The creator economy dates back at least 20 years, however, beginning with “pro” or commercial blogging that emerged around 2005. And most of those who succeeded back then had cut their teeth as freelancers or some other client service …