Experts & Expats
The Move to Europe Podcast
Join the co-founders of The Living Abroad Academy, Michelle and Jeffrey, as they host Experts & Expats.
Discover your European adventure with the free Experts & Expats Podcast! Join our co-founders as they discuss the realities of moving abroad, featuring candid stories from American expat guests and in-country immigration professionals sharing valuable advice. Find and follow the Experts and Expats podcast on all major podcast channels!
LEARN ABOUT:
- Resident Visa Requirements: Guidance on navigating the different visa options for establishing legal residency in Europe
- Housing: Insights into finding and securing appropriate living arrangements
- Healthcare: Understanding healthcare systems and insurance requirements
- Taxation: Explaining tax obligations and implications of living abroad
- And much more!
EPISODE 5:
The Expat Experience: Two Bay Area Tech Workers Retire Early in Portugal
"You have to go to the place, and do your own gut check."
In this episode, we enjoy a conversation with married expats Serene and Cliff, two well-traveled, goal-oriented former tech workers from the San Fransisco Bay Area who, after many years of "auditioning" countries around the world, settled in Portugal for an early retirement. They discuss what drew them to the expat life, especially as Black Americans, as well as what they've learned as they've begun putting down roots and understanding their new home.
March 31, 2025 • The Living Abroad Academy • Season 1 • Episode 5 • 1:09:00
EPISODE 4:
The Expat Experience: Retired Chicagoans in Northern Italy
“If we can do this, anybody can do it.”
Join a lively conversation with John and Tara about their move to a small, charming village in Italy. They share the highs of enjoying the local community and beautiful landscape to the challenges, or as Tara calls them “adventures,” of language barriers and bureaucracy.
Learn how this American couple has established a new European home that exceeds their expectations.
Ever the operations manager, Tara would like to provide the following clarifications:
- Citizenship does provide a few more things than the ERV (residency, voting etc.)
- Health care cost here is based on what we make here AND in the US. This year they asked that our commercialista here calculate the correct rate. That didn't happen last year.
» Learn more about how The Living Abroad Academy informs and accelerates moves to Europe for Americans: www.LivingAbroadAcademy.com
February 13, 2025 • The Living Abroad Academy • Season 1 • Episode 4 • 50:23
EPISODE 3:
Meet the Experts: Balcells Group Discusses Spanish Immigration, Taxes, and More
Spain continues to be a leading and attractive option for Americans moving abroad. Join our conversation with Cristian Balcells, founder and CEO of the popular Balcells Group in Barcelona, Spain, where we talk about all things Spanish immigration, from common misconceptions to process timelines and tax implications. Cristian adds his thoughts on the latest mood towards foreign nationals in Spain, as well as other valuable details for U.S. citizens considering a move.
This is not a paid promotion. Some of our team members continue to work successfully with Balcells Group for their personal immigration and expat services, so we are pleased to recommend this group as a resource.
As a thank you for listening to this podcast, our listeners can get 20% off their initial meeting with the Balcells Group by using the code BALC20. Book your meeting at BalcellsGroup.com
» Learn more about how The Living Abroad Academy informs and accelerates moves to Europe for Americans: www.LivingAbroadAcademy.com
January 8, 2025 • The Living Abroad Academy • Season 1 • Episode 3 • 25:30
EPISODE 2:
The Expat Experience: A Tale of Two Countries
Meet an American couple, Lisa and Ian, who found an exciting new life in France, then decided to spend their winter months in Spain. Learn what inspired their new expat life in Europe including the highs, lows, and what they’ve found to be the most useful pieces of advice.
» Learn more about how The Living Abroad Academy informs and accelerates moves to Europe for Americans: www.LivingAbroadAcademy.com
December 18, 2024 • The Living Abroad Academy • Season 1 • Episode 2 • 51:45
EPISODE 1:
Meet Founders Michelle and Jeffrey: Our Expat Experiences
Hear our mission with The Living Abroad Academy. Learn how our personal pursuits to live abroad have inspired us to help others successfully transition into a new chapter of their lives.
Article mentioned:
CNN - This US couple relocated to Italy after retiring. It didn’t go according to plan.
» Learn more about how The Living Abroad Academy informs and accelerates moves to Europe for Americans: www.LivingAbroadAcademy.com
December 18, 2024 • The Living Abroad Academy • Season 1 • Episode 1• 46:45
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