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Me and my husband retired 5years age and pay taxes on our retirement!So we decided to move somewhere overseas. We moved to Puglia Italy and,we still pay taxes after our retirements to usa. But we together have over $4.000 a month and live our best life. Everything is 10×cheaper RENT OR OWNING A PROPERTY, HEALTH CARE ,HEALTHY FOOD, SOCIAL LIFE ITC.❤❤❤

@user-dk3jf5gm5e

25 күн бұрын

5 yrs ago, retired, sorry for miss spell it is my cellphone. 😂

@lucialuciferion6720

25 күн бұрын

Cancel your US citizenship. I would NEVER pay taxes to the US after moving to another country. That's insane!

@alefortune

9 күн бұрын

@@lucialuciferion6720 my thoughts exactly!

I live in Viterbo. Best decision ever!! Affordable and wonderful to live.

@priscillarichardson7612

19 күн бұрын

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Yes I couldn't agree more with the lady. Italy is still quite affordable. I visited Italy many times and travelled extensively there last year. Coffee and cornetto with cream is extremely cheap in any cafeteria. Pizza or spaghetti in almost any restaurant will cost you between 7-10 euro and that's even without trying to find an affordable eatery. Great selection of bread, veggies, cheese, ham in supermarkets.. And the wine is extremely cheap and fab. All very affordable.

Mary, get an e-bike to get around in the village. You don't need a drivers license for it. They also come with 3 wheels (for seniors) and a nice basket where you can put all your grocery in. 😊

@ireneuszpyc6684

14 күн бұрын

she’s American: she needs an SUV

Dang, one of the best interviews for someone who is starting to look at retiring in Italy! Very well done and nice to get an idea on the Tax side that most people overlook

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

Great podcast. My husband and I bought a house in Puglia 4 years ago as retirees. Our town doesn’t have English speakers but it has been fun and challenging to learn phrases and people are so friendly and helpful that it hasn’t been a problem. However, Google translate is a must! Also, trains in Puglia are extremely slow. From our town to Lecce by car is 45 min, by train 2 hrs. The train is out of the 1960’s But we have electric bikes and you can put them on the trains for a couple euros. We can walk everywhere but the bikes are helpful if the groceries are heavy. Prices here are exactly half the price of the U.S. on almost everything. Downside (as in even France), we hate that it is almost nonexistent to find anyone who picks up their dog’s poo😬

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Thank you for this addition and viewing:)

@mantralife6620

9 күн бұрын

Oh man , 💩 Is one of my pet peeves. I’d hate that. Maybe you can order some cute little signs and bags and put them around town to start a trend lol

Mary was fantastic! Great, well articulated into

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Mary is an awesome lady. They are very savvy and well traveled!

Mary - THANK YOU SOOOO much!! What a great, thorough, realistic view of life in a small town in Puglia. I am in the process of moving to Southern Italy/Sicily/Puglia. Great interview!! Super helpful. Thanks again!

Excellent ! Mary and her husband are certainly living the dream 😍

Excellent interview! The host asked great questions! Finally, I found this youtuber asked practical questions. Thank you! My husband and I moved to Portugal in 2023. I learned a lot from this video. Just subscribed.

Mary explained the situation very well.

Here's the problem: Americans, Brits, etc. have to make at least $3300 a month in "passive income" in order to get a resident permit. AND, there's a hefty tax on that! In the USA, I'm not taxed on my retirement income, and can continue making (semi-passive) income without tax up to a certain ceiling every year. Makes the argument for retiring in Italy a tough one (and, I've lived in Italy before for 3 months...it has many pros but just as many...if not more...cons).

@carlosv8119

Ай бұрын

as a resident you would qualify for world class medical insurance, In-patient care and primary care are free, specialists and diagnostics have a copay but at a fraction of US costs and Medicare A+B+Medigap+D, cost of living is approx 30-40% lower, quality of life is subjective but should be at least on par at a minimum with your current resident, and the list continues...

@futurekron

Ай бұрын

@@carlosv8119 What happens if you're perfectly healthy, and just need vision and dental? I could get that on a visit, and pay out of pocket or with international travel insurance. Trust me, I agree with the idea of quality of life being better in some cases, but I'm an earner, and plan to continue doing so even with collecting my pension. Italy's rules and taxes are extremely problematic for people like me! I've researched this for years (and, even own land in Italy which I won't develop because of the infamous "Italian way."

@futurekron

Ай бұрын

@@carlosv8119 I agree with the argument, but have researched this for years (I've lived there, and even own land there...which is problematic in terms of dealing with Italian bureacracy which cannot be understated!) However, I'm healthy, and get so many tax benefits with USA system (as explained), so that rules out many "benefits" as you describe..at least for now. I plan to continue to earn money doing what I do, even while collecting a pension, so the Italian visa issue (and high taxes) is extremely problematic! For folks in that middle area who do not intend to continue working, the 5% thing is GREAT (although in America, they'd pay 0% in most cases).

@lynm1789

Ай бұрын

Exactly! What is the point of the video title bragging about 'Retire in Italy Under $1000' when the Italy government requires your income to be at least $3,300 per month to get residency?. The video is pointless.

@futurekron

Ай бұрын

@@PORSCHE_COUNTRY. Actually, if you make more than around $2,000/month, your SS is taxed.

This was really enjoyable, I watched the whole video. I as well want to end up in Puglia!

Thank you so much for doing this video! I first researched Puglia (nothing in depth) about 10 years ago. To actually listen to someone talk about the cost of living was very enjoyable and educational. Thank you! 🙂

Thank you for the wonderful interview and information on Puglia. I was stationed in Aviano (northern Italy) and lived in Pordenone for two years. I miss everything about Italy so much, the delicious food, the wine, the slower paced lifestyle, friendships, the sandy beaches. My ancestors are from Naples, so I'm looking into obtaining an ancestor dual citizenship. Like Mary Hanson, I'm from the Phoenix, AZ area. I'm really ready for a calmer lifestyle. I'm not even 60 years old yet, but I'm setting a goal to make a move within the next two years. This interview provided so much valuable information. Thank you so much!

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Thank you @tmneaves!

Great interview, very enlightening, thanks Mary!

Great interview. I can't wait to check it out in June.

Hell, Mary needs to get on the tube and help us out. She’s very informative & pleasant.

Extremely helpful information! You went through all the important questions! Thank you!

Thank you for this video, Mary is fascinating!

Thank you Mary! Parts of this interview brought me to tears. It sounds too good to be true. Will be visiting Italy in 2025.

This is fabulous, thank you ❤

GREAT information, Mary!!

VERY helpful! Please keep making these. However, it is amazing to hear what topics you all cover, like higher quality of life, of food and of medical care. Things that everyone outside the US have been pointing to since forever.

Couldnt you find someone to interview that was prepared? 😂 She is awesome! Adorable and brilliant!

Very informative. Thank you.

Mary is delightful!!! ❤❤❤❤

I would think, if you are retiring to pretty much any foreign country and you only have a very basic grasp of the language, that it would be helpful to live in a larger town/city first, that has an immersion program for non-native speakers. Then start branching out to the smaller towns/villages for longer term residence.

Fantastic and Mary was great 😂

I lived in Carovigno 32 years ago when the US has a base close by. I have such fond memories of the town and miss the weekly markets. Lived on via Foggia.

Woman can talk global taxes, and spinach at the market costs in the same breath. Cool!

I was one of those stationed at that airbase. I am coming back, but to Abruzzon

@RoseBornagain

Ай бұрын

Very hard to get a visa.

It it not easy or fun to go grocery store shopping and carry your bags home in the cold, rain and heat. It looks great on video with romantic music playing in the background. Really look at what you are being shown. 😊 Learn and understand the laws of any country you travel to.

Also, remember that in the 7% tax regime, you don't pay any regional tax in Italy and you don't pay any wealth tax on foreign (U.S.) owned properties or financial assets. Which you normally do. Though the rates are pretty low. 0.40% for investments in the US, and 1.06% for real estate.

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Thank you @traveltirement!!

@traveltirement

Ай бұрын

@@adventurefreaksss My pleasure!

@carlosv8119

Ай бұрын

thank you Tommy

@mrsm6182

Ай бұрын

Thank you. Just to clarify, is the 7% on income from €1 to infinity? For example, in the UK, we have a tax-free allowance of £12,570 per person before the 20% tax rate is applied.

@traveltirement

Ай бұрын

@@mrsm6182 Yes the 7% is a flat tax on all reportable income. Italy does not have a 0% tax bracket unlike the US, UK, and France. But the cost of living can be much lower. Thanks for the question!

In the 90s ib was stationed at a base down there several times. Loved Lecce and all the little towns around there. Beautiful in the boothill. Lecce is not cheap now though. Very expensive. So hopefully other areas near there are cheap like she says.

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Yea, as more and more people consider living or retiring abroad, these areas are going to continue to rise. The great news is that there are so many beautiful areas around Italy that you can be the first to make the next place take off:)

I would love to retire in either Italy or Spain! Love the video!

Bellissima la Puglia ❤

Great interview 👍🏻

@adventurefreaksss

22 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@tedg.8026

22 күн бұрын

@@adventurefreaksss I’m hoping the Digital Nomad Visa will be approved soon in Italy 🇮🇹

Thank you. Just what I needed to watch. My wife and I are directors of our farm business and own property, plus small pensions. I am nearly 55, wife is 52. We have started to save to retire from the farm, and possibly live on rental income, I'd really appreciate you go LIVE and talk about how to earn passive income online and retire comfortably, let’s say $820K.

@KarlyNoorda

9 күн бұрын

you should consider financial planning.

@fadhshf

9 күн бұрын

It isn’t about how much you save, it’s about how you manage your money. Whether you work to earn income or invest, it still boils down to income vs expenses, so yeah you may look into financial advisors for a strategy that suits your timing.

@LucasBenjamin-hv7sk

9 күн бұрын

Even if you’re not skilled, it is still possible to hire one. I was a project manager and my personal portfolio of approximately $850k of my retirement pension took a big hit in April due to the crash. I quickly got in touch with a financial-planner that devised a defensive strategy to protect and profit from my portfolio this red season. I’ve made over $250k since then.

@LucasBenjamin-hv7sk

9 күн бұрын

I won't pretend to know everything, though. Her name is Sharon Ann Menys but I won't say anything more. Most likely, you can find her basic information online; you are welcome to do further study.

@leojack9090

9 күн бұрын

Thanks a lot for this recommendation. I just looked her website up, and I have sent her an email. I hope she gets back to me soon.

Thanks this was very useful. I lived in Italy for several years, and now approaching retirement i am considering Southern Italy. I've spent some time in Puglia and i like it. A criticism of the summary at the end would be that you should remind people that, while $945 is possible, it does not quite track with the normal monthly reality. And applicants are not going to qualify for the ERV visa without proof of $2,802/month in proven passive income in any case. "Experts" go further to say that you should have more money showing to be on the safe side, since the visa is at discretion of each consular office.

@adventurefreaksss

11 күн бұрын

Thank you for viewing!

I can't wait to leave Canada and move to Italy one day, hopefully soon.

@adventurefreaksss

3 күн бұрын

Have you narrowed down your areas of Italy?

Interesting that this came up in my KZread feed. I’m an American that’s been living in Puglia for over 20 years now. I don’t understand how people can retire here so far from their families. My Italian wife’s parents need a lot of help now that they are in their 90s. Sooner or later you’re going to need help that you can trust which is usually family.

@nataliakakos4752

7 күн бұрын

Unfortunately, not all have the luxury of having close or nearby younger family members. My husband and I are the youngest in our families and both our children live abroad. So, to us any country could be a home to us as long we are together happy and well connected to the community.

Retirement in Italy for many is so 20 years ago .. Thinking people would choose many other countries including Albania etc... Think outside the box and avoid the tax problem countries like Italy ..

Where is Puglia is this lady, lovely conversation you both had..that wind sport is called windsurf..and I am planing a vacation there in June, I d like to know where is she

Thanks for the great information. Just wondering if the car issue is easier in France, Albania, or somewhere else?

I would not rent long time in puglia. Houses and flats are cheap to buy. But that might work different for others.

I'm slowly approaching the finish line on my Dual Citizenship. Could you interview a guest like Mary, asking similar questions, for someone like me who should be getting my red passport by the end of this summer?

Love Puglia .....love Monopoli

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

So pretty there. I like the game too:)

Carovigno, near my home. 😮Is getting so expensive in Puglia time to move.

Thank you for sharing Mary! This was so interesting. I am curious about safety though is that an issue where you are? Also is this $1000. include your housing and meals? It was a bit confusing so if you can please clarify.

@adventurefreaksss

24 күн бұрын

Thank you for viewing our content!

I visit Sardinia recently and I can't get over it in my mind .. planning to move there when I retire. But I'm 47 now ..i still have years to wait. I'm Canadian. I'm visiting Italy, Spain, Greece , Portugal etc. Comparing which one is the best to retire someday.

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Love Sardinia!

Very hard to find to rent close to the sea cause the rental is super expensive a house cost 10k a week June, July, August..

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Thank you for this addition!

Residency for Canada means that even if you don't live in Canada but your financial interests are primarily in Canada then you would face taxation for Canada. Let's say you're an American with primary financial interests in Canada and live in Italy. It sounds like you could face dealing with taxation in three countries!

Boy am I disappointed. Do you remember the 60's sitcom The Honeymooners? Ralph Kramden and his wife live in a dingy 2 room tenement and all waking hours revolve around a dinky kitchen table? That depressing life is MY experience in Puglia. $1,000 + per month, no oven, no microwave, just a hot plate in a stone building wearing a jacket and hoodie inside 24 hours a day. I'm living the old saying TWICE THE PRICE AND ONLY HALF AS NICE. I made a mistake choosing Puglia. A worn down seaport city, the people look joyless. More than a few times local men seem to go out of their way to cut you off when walking, as if to exert their machismo. I'm close to saying, if you're on a budget, forget old Europe... Go to Albania or another non-Schengan country. I'm at the point where I'm no longer heartbroken by seeing Graffiti spray painted over everything. These people must deserve it or else they'd have some pride and clean it up. Can't wait to end this contract and move on. REALITY doesn't match up with wishful thinking.

@veronicarumsey6926

Ай бұрын

What? Why don’t you ever go outside? Isn’t Puglia an entire region, not just a port?

How do you find how many cars are available nationwide so that you go into the dealer know and able to negotiate?

If you'd like to connect with me, schedule a call here: calendly.com/adventurefreaksss/30min

Any way to live there if you don't make the required amount to emigrate? The limit is far above what I will get with SS but with the sale of my home and savings I would be able to go there.

How could you not like Italy!!!!! Puglia!!! Sounds fab!

I’m about to retire in Canada .The only income I have is after selling my property and that might be between $700k-$900k plus couple hundred in CPP pension . I also have EU passport so hope that helps to get the residence status . But I heard that the driver license is a pain to get . The international license is only good for a 1 year . After that you start like a new allover . Any advice ? Greatly appreciate!

@adventurefreaksss

17 күн бұрын

Thank you for viewing. If i remember correctly we touched on a drivers license in Italy in the Abruzzo video. Monica has a car there and i do believe she me tioned it is not a simple process, which is why many opt for buses and trains instead.

I like Calabrian coast of Pizzo, Tropea and Capo Vaticano. Puglia is nice but it doesnt have the beautiful coastline like Calabria does. Calabria is cheaper as well.

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

I love the Calabrian coast as well!

Would love to ask Mary if the rental prices she quoted are on annual rental leases only or could someone who wants to live there for say 1-3mths get those prices as well and how would we find them for that price ?

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

In the description of the video she provided her Facebook group you can join and connect with her. Let me know if you find it. Thank you for viewing!

Wouls it still be 7% tax in italy if your income is only social security which is not taxed in my state?

I watched a video in Albania yesterday, and they gave these high income requirements for retirement also, and they are not even in the EU. Greece also has these requirements and they are in the EU. You always hear about how cheap it is to retire over there, but it is impossible to do if you can afford the cost of living there but don't meet their minimum income requirement. Forget it!

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

You're correct. Every country is different with income requirements. I do try and cover what those requirements are in each video if the expat is aware of them. The countries you mentioned are very affordable to live or retire in but you must meet the minimum requirement to live there. Thank you for viewing!!

@cosmodoc

Ай бұрын

Thankfully I have a European passport😊

@wernerdanler2742

Ай бұрын

@@cosmodoc I was born in Germany of a German mother. I was brought here to the US when I was 7. I think I had a German passport. I wonder if I could reclaim it?

@cosmodoc

Ай бұрын

@@wernerdanler2742 Im pretty sure you can. Normally, the law is, if at least one parent was or is German and you can prove this, you can get one. Just search for your nearest German consulate on the internet and send them a mail

@lynm1789

Ай бұрын

Exactly! The video bragging "Retire in Italy Under $1000" is pointless if your retirement income is less than $3,300 per month. It's disgusting how greedy all countries are becoming requireing such high income.

Good luck trying to get citizenship so you can stay in your home in Italy full-time

Wow! We are going over to test this out! What is the best way to live there for 3 months?

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

You can stay in Italy for 90 days on a tourist visa. Have fun!!

@howtomakestuff8

Ай бұрын

Italy will slow you down and teach you to enjoy life😊 enjoy!

@KikiAndJeffreyPearl

Ай бұрын

@@adventurefreaksss we are watching your videos, we plan to stay longer, when we find the right spot. We can "work from anywhere" which makes it easy

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

@@KikiAndJeffreyPearl keep me posted on you adventure!

How about duel citizenship Italian and American you still have to pay taxes

What are the negatives of living in Puglia?

What fruits are grown in Italy?

So you are having fantastic French pastries in Italy... So they don't have Italian pastries in Italy ?

Great interview, thank you Mary, where exactly she live? Corato? Train? Anyone knows please?

@adventurefreaksss

23 күн бұрын

Carovigno. Thank you for viewing!!

I wish we could ask her about the cost of steak/beef and seafood, or fresh fish 😊

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Hopefully she'll see this and reply:)

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Are FERS pensions taxed in Italy? What about annuity income from the TSP?

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

You can check with Lexidy.com. We have a relationship with them and they can answer these questions in more detail. Good luck!

How much English is spoken in Puglia?

"for a small 3 bedroom, 1200 sqf" LOL :D ...americans. I retired in italy as a european. We never have more than a one bedroom apartment. What the hell do you need a 3-4 bedroom apartment for as a retirement? Max 1-2 berooms/700 sqf in case you wanna have a visitor to drop by, but 3-4 bedrooms? nobody does that in Europe it is a waste of money to rent/buy or even to maintain.

Why not just spend you 90days there as an American then wait 180days and go back

@stevenbrady440

Ай бұрын

Certainly people should do that before they even consider relocating.

Why did you decide to leave Thailand?

Do not be seduced by the flat tax rate of 7%. Many of the 7% communities may not be to your liking - lack of shops, doctors, dentists, transport, life ... . Calculate your after tax income on the standard tax rates and add a 'contingency' for unforeseen expenses. Can you live on this sum, and also put some aside? Remember, happiness is more than a tax rate. Also, the EU is in a financial mess. Do you want to be a tax resident and face a 'solidarity tax' etc - remember Greece - when TSHTF?

@adventurefreaksss

5 күн бұрын

Thanks for this James. Do you live in Greece?

@jamesbarr2357

5 күн бұрын

@@adventurefreaksss No, I live in Asia. I have investigated Greece and Italy as they both have flat tax regimes. The reality of EU countries is that the tax burden is high. I have lived in France and Spain. I may still move to Italy but the ERV is challenging, and according to people who deal with immigration, it is probably going to become tougher. A final point to consider is care in later life. Italy has the oldest population in Europe and finding a room in a care home could be difficult. In the UK, a good care home costs £100,000/€116,000 pa! And, the cost rises every year. I have been told by an insurance agent in Italy that a typical cost is 2,000 to 3,000 per month, but I would want to verify this on the ground and also check availability. In short, you need to do a lot of homework.

@adventurefreaksss

5 күн бұрын

@@jamesbarr2357 thank you for this info. What part of asia. Always looking for guests for the podcast!

I don't understand why Italy will not let ex pats get citizenship instead of just allowing them to stay for 3 months at a time. Ex Pats spend Money which boosts the local ecconomies.

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Italy does allow for citizenship (if you qualify) and residency (if you qualify).

Hi, the sound dipped out at the total cost of the meal in the pizza restaurant. Was it €27 for 2 pizza, wine and fizzy water?

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Lol, the Zoom connection was a bit off. I'd have to go back and view. It was less than 27 though. Thank you for viewing!

@olgasampis9745

Ай бұрын

I agree when you say that Italy captures you and you want to live there!

@rclose23

Ай бұрын

She said 7 for the food and 4 for the table service

Does 7% tax shelter also applies to investments and dividends income or just SS and private pensions? Thank you as usual!!!

@theRealRobMart140

Ай бұрын

Its on everything but government Pensions. Those are not taxed

@simeonm9780

Ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

@traveltirement

Ай бұрын

@@simeonm9780 Robert is correct. Just remember that Social Security is NOT a "government pension". Many people make this mistake. Gov't pension is one from if you worked for a gov't entity and they provide you a pension. Also, remember as U.S. citizen, you also have to file and pay (if any due) in the US. You'll get a credit for your Italy taxes paid.

@simeonm9780

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

I thought the 7% flat rate tax in certain areas of Italy was for only 10 years plus or minus?

@adventurefreaksss

28 күн бұрын

10 years is correct

Do I qualify for citizenship if my grandparents were native Italians?

@adventurefreaksss

10 күн бұрын

Quite possibly! Giancarlo in this video is an immigration lawyer that helps people obtain Italian citizenship through descent. His contact info is in the description of this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/kXubp7aofM_RoKg.html. Good luck and thank you for viewing!

Im still confused

$31K x how many years?

If you make the minimum requirement to get a visa in Italy, you pay zero income tax in the US but Italy will tax you 7%. Not worth moving to Italy.

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Good point!

@DunRovinRanch-1969

Ай бұрын

There are no state income, property or sales tax.

@juliafoley5573

Ай бұрын

Only true if you go to a 7% small town, otherwise you are taxed up to 43-% which kicks in at 50K.

Ostuni coffee cost 3 euros.

Remind me what town she moved to pls?

@irishwolfhoundsofthesouthw7890

Ай бұрын

Carovigno

#Question…..How do I get ahold of Mary on Facebook.😊

@lakshmimartin9349

Ай бұрын

That is my question too. She said we can find her on Facebook but I can't find her yet.

There is pro- affordable but alot of cons in Italy.

@adventurefreaksss

20 күн бұрын

There’s a lot of cons everywhere. We focus on the good:)

Canada does tax world wide income

What town again?

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Carovigno

@jron20r51

Ай бұрын

@@adventurefreaksss thanks found it after I sent it

@RoseBornagain

Ай бұрын

Many British live in Ostuni, is called Ostunishire😅

Its taxed to the death anywhere you go in the world

To retire in mexico instead of Italy or Soain is beyond me. The violence in Europe is very low. Mexico is very violent and the food prices have risen alot. 3 bucks for a loaf of bread i think is alot in Mexico. The corruption is 100% , government people think they sre above everything and dont respect your rights. U put in a complaint and nothing happens. Don't think Italy is worse. I pay 45 bucks for cable and internet. Remember Mexico is 3rd world and italy 1st.😮

Where she s in puglia? Please to give me a idea

@giusepperoselli4810

Ай бұрын

Life in Puglia is the same everywhere.In Basilicata as well. Avoid big cities: Life is better and cheaper in small town.

It’s the Sea, not ocean😂🤣

You live in the South of Italy and you mention "French pastries"...... That's a sin!!!!!

@adventurefreaksss

Ай бұрын

Lol

Sorry, will not move to a Catholic country.