Slaboli

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   by Slaboli 1mo ago

   So your choice would be Portugal? and not Albania or Turkey? LATAM although heard it's nice there I've narrowed down my options to these 3 places. Thanks!
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   by Slaboli 1mo ago

   Interesting advice, thanks! I have lived in Lisbon so far but have travelled to Porto. I'm assuming it's much more affordable in housing. There are lots of places a 1 hr drive to Porto, have you experience in any of them? So, you
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   by Slaboli 1mo ago

   Yes, Portuguese people are warm and kind. While Albanian's and Turks are also like this. So for you, a life in Portugal in my situation is worth the relocation and not choosing Turkey(home country) or Albania for a life? Thanks!
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   Countries, $100k Savings: Where should I live?

   3 points by Slaboli 1mo ago|10 comments
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   by Slaboli 7mo ago

   I appreciate your perspective! The social misfit issue is definitely amplified in towns where local Portuguese life is dominant. No matter what I do, I will likely remain an outsider, even though the Portuguese people are genuinely friendly
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   by Slaboli 7mo ago

   Thanks for your input! I think I overvalued the prospect of Portugal from the start. I see now that it’s an ideal place for wealthy Western retirees who want to enjoy the weather, beaches, and EU mobility. For someone like me who isn't
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   by Slaboli 7mo ago

   Thanks for the advice! The position is taxed in Portugal. Tt's a US company with a local base, (paying 1100 monthly lol) so everything is legally compliant regarding taxes and residency. I spent 10k EUR in total, including my stays in
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   by Slaboli 7mo ago

   Great advice, thank you sir!
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   by Slaboli 7mo ago

   It is indeed a very personal decision. However, hearing others' opinions is helpful to challenge my logic and highlight any gaps I might be overlooking. Thank you for chipping in! The situation is that while Portugal seems great for th
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    by Slaboli 7mo ago

    Thanks for your comment! You’re right that Portugal is full of "maybes." On one hand, having a job offer makes it feel within reach, but I worry about spending months with no professional or financial growth. However, I’m confused
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    by Slaboli 7mo ago

    My real struggle is deciding which battle is worth fighting. I need to choose the path that is painful now but will compound into greater value, stability or status in 5 years. Is it the pain of career building (Turkey) or the pain of geogr
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    by Slaboli 7mo ago

    Thank you! So in my situation, would this look like getting my CPA license in Turkey and then weighing my options for geographic mobility afterward? I initially need to commit to one path, as legally (and location-wise) I’m unable to pursue
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    by Slaboli 7mo ago

    I only speak the basics of Portuguese for now, but I’m open to learning it. I do think language plays a big role in building real connections and friendships, especially outside expat circles. In smaller towns, it’s true that finding Englis
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    by Slaboli 7mo ago

    Yeah, I receive rent from the apartment in Turkey. I also have some savings and similar income streams. They’re not amounts that make me rich, but they make me more or less comfortable. I live above average in my hometown. I worked in human
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    by Slaboli 7mo ago

    Thank you! I appreciate the honesty. That is the one variable that haunts me. My parents are actually encouraging me to go; they think the quality of life in Europe, the experience is worth the distance, especially given our local economic
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    by Slaboli 7mo ago

    Thank you for the perspective. You’re right that strangers lack the emotional context. I think my paralysis comes from over-optimizing the variables and ignoring the 'bitter pills' you mentioned. I am currently trying to build an
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    36yo: Career at home vs. Simple life abroad?

    15 points by Slaboli 7mo ago|38 comments