Not Your Average Globetrotter

Last time I spoke about what you SHOULD NOT move to Italy, but in this expat podcast, episode of Not Your Average Globetrotter, I want to balance things out and talk about why you SHOULD in fact consider moving to Italy and only some of the reasons why I love living in Italy and in a small city. I wanted to share 9 of my favorite things about living life abroad as a dual citizen American expat in Italy. Regardless of where you are from, life as a foreigner in Italy presents so many wonderful moments that present a person with so many eye-opening experiences. As I've said so many times, even with all of the drawbacks, complications and dare I say problems that expat life in italy may present, these things are only part of the reason why I feel blessed to be able to call this country home.

To move to Italy or not to move to Italy.. that is the question. Whether you want to live in Italy or simply move abroad somewhere else, there are a multitude of factors to consider. In this episode, I wanted to speak about some of the "breaks" of the ‘make it or break it’ factors that people often overlook when they consider living abroad in Italy or just simply expat life in general. In this expat podcast episode of Not Your Average Globetrotter, I wanted to focus on 9 points to think about that I have seen make a massive difference when deciding what some people may think might actually be the best place for them to live in another country. It's worthwhile to understand the realities of expat life and both the wonderful and not so wonderful things that come along with living in Italy as an American expat.

Chapters:

1:18 - Part 1/ If you are an impatient person...

2:08 - Part 2 / A delicious risk...

2:28 - Part 3 / Thing have to be done this way...

5:53 - Part 4 / "It's Italy, that's just how things are done here"

8:17 - Part 5 / Does the allure last?

9:22 - Part 6 / What you call home changes your expierence...

14:47 - Part 7 / Time to solve all your problems!

16:52 - Part 8 / BUGS

18:23 - Part 9 / Starting over from zero

Recently we've gone over why NOT to move to Italy as well as why you SHOULD move to Italy... In this expat podcast episode of Not Your Average Globetrotter, I wanted to expand the discussion and zoom out to the rest of Europe. Regardless of where you would like to live your expat life, there is plenty to think about. Moving to Europe can present a person with plenty of wonderful things that life may have to offer but living in Europe also comes along with a few "caveat emptors" that may be worth taking into consideration. Some of these factors may not have a direct effect on an individual expat living abroad, although for those expats moving internationally long term may see the direct and or indirect effects of some of these topics.

0:00 - Intro

1:41 - "The grass is always greener...."

2:27 - "There's no such thing as a free lunch"

5:28 - Just do it!

6:46 - All about the Benjamins.

14:56 - Bricks and Bureaucracy

17:36 - Directly Inidrect

21:12 - Let's generalize....

24:09 - The "holier than thou" expat...

Embracing expat life by living abroad, especially when moving to Europe, offers an enriching tapestry of experiences that can transform one's perspective on life in Europe. From the scenic landscapes of Portugal to the rich cultural heritage of Italy, living in Portugal or moving to Italy presents unique challenges and opportunities that define the essence of life abroad. Whether you're navigating the complexities of the healthcare system, exploring the diverse linguistic landscape, or adapting to the local customs, the journey of living in Europe is a fulfilling adventure. The close proximity of countries within Europe enriches the expat experience, making every day a new opportunity for discovery and growth. For those considering moving to Europe, the stories of expats who have made their home in places like Italy and Portugal offer invaluable insights into the realities of life in Europe, highlighting the joys and hurdles of making a new country your home. In this expat podcast episode of Not Your Average Globetrotter hosted by dual citizen expat podcaster Rafael Di Furia, we'll continue on from last week's episode talking about the nuanced experiences of living across different European countries through American eyes, highlighting the blend of cultures, languages, and the unique lifestyle adjustments that come with making Europe your home. If you find my videos helpful, entertaining and/or if you feel as if I've helped you save time, headaches, or legal fees, please consider making a monthly pledge on Patreon and becoming a monthly patron to help make more videos like this possible: 👉🏽 http://RafaelDiFuria.com/patreon Or, if you would like to help in a different way and make a one-time donation you can visit: 👉🏽 http://RafaelDiFuria.com/support NYAG Gear - http://store.rafaeldifuria.com http://RafaelDiFuria.com/nyaggear If you would be interested in dedicating a video to a loved one and/or sponsoring a video, feel free to send a message through the following link: http://www.RafaelDiFuria.com/contact/ 📬 Let's connect 🔵Instagram: http://www.RafaelDiFuria.com/instagram 🔵Facebook: http://www.RafaelDiFuria.com/facebook 🔵Twitter: http://www.RafaelDiFuria.com/twitter 🔵Email: http://www.RafaelDiFuria.com/contact/ 💰 Save on your first stay with AirBNB http://www.RafaelDiFuria.com/airbnbsave (referral link) 📦Recommended Products: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rafaeldifuria 💸Transfer money around the world with Wise (Formerly Transferwise) (referral link) : http://www.rafaeldifuria.com/transferwise 📩 Business Inquiries and Collaborations: http://www.RafaelDiFuria.com/contact/ 🎙Want me to be the voice of your business? http://www.RafaelDiFuria.com/contact #movingabroad #expatlife #livingabroad

Richard & Kathleen Lo had traveled the world as digital nomads before moving to Portugal. After their experience making the move to Portugal and going through the legal processes to enjoy expat life in Portugal, this nomadic entrepreneurial couple saw a gap in the market that they could fill. They decided to open up Bordr.io, a company that assists expats from around the world who want to live in Portugal by helping them with getting their NIF (the Portuguese tax number) and opening a bank account. In this expat living abroad podcast episode of Not Your Average Globetrotter, we’ll get to know Kathleen and Richard better by learning more about them and what they do as well as about how to take care of things when making Portugal your home. I've been hearing from many of you who wanted to learn more about how different people have come to enjoy expat life in Portugal and I think that Kathleen and Richard have a great story that represents what many people would like to do... Move to Portugal, work from Portugal and enjoy life in this wonderful country.

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00:00 - About this episode
01:16 - An Introduction to Kathleen and Ricard from Bordr.io and their digital nomad journey to Portugal
03:15 - Settling into expat life in Portugal
08:17 - Seeing a need to create Bordr to help people moving to Portugal
10:28 - Tangible accomplishments and making new friends along the way
10:50 - What Services does Bordr.io offer?
11:15 - Obtaining a NIF (Portuguese tax number) with Bordr.io
11:43 - How to get a Portuguese Bank Account with Bordr.io
13:00 - Signing a rental contract in Portugal
13:26 - Online Banking in Portugal/ Opening a Bank Account in Portugal with Bordr
16:21 - The competitive Portuguese rental market
17:02 - How trustworthy is Bordr? How does Bordr keep your information/documents secure?
19:33 - Does Bordr work with all nationalities?
20:30 - Getting a NIF for a minor in Portugal. Do minors need a NIF in Portugal?
21:01 - How to get a mortgage in Portugal
22:53 - Staying updated during the process...
24:22 - Bordr’s Current Team & Customer Service
25:52 - Final Thoughts/Outro