Here are 7 Reasons to Consider Europe Right Now…to Retire, Invest, Find Opportunity, or Just Live the Good Life for Less:
The scenery, architecture, and ambience. This, of course, is why you go to Europe in the first place…for the world’s most glamorous cities, endless beaches, spectacular vineyards, snow-capped mountains, and more. And there’s no better place to indulge your love of history.
A variety of cultures within just a couple of hours. Hop across the border from Spain to Portugal to France…enjoy Oktoberfest in Germany, island hopping in Greece, or spend the afternoon exploring the ancient historical sites of Rome or the island of Malta…
You’ll never be bored. That’s not to mention the fabulous food and wine… And the abundance of inexpensive public transportation options makes it all so easy.
Low property prices. Since the 2008 economic crisis, housing prices haven’t generally risen in Europe as they have elsewhere. Our global real estate analysts have kept an eye on the best places in Europe to buy real estate…government giveaways in Italy where you can buy a historic home in need of renovation for just one euro, places in France, Portugal and along Spain’s sunny Mediterranean coast where you’ll find incredible bargains.
Lower cost of living…really. You may think of Europe as expensive, but that’s not true especially beyond the tourist destinations.
Efficient national healthcare programs. Europe consistently ranks as having the world’s most advanced and efficient healthcare systems. With a resident visa you can join a national health plan…or opt for low-cost private insurance. A couple in Portugal, aged 65, might expect to pay just $115 a month for coverage for the two of them, says our correspondent there.
Political stability and safety. In general, western Europe is very safe. (Portugal, for instance, ranks as one of the safest countries in the world on the 2022 Global Peace Index.)
And of course, the #1 reason to consider life in Europe:
The people and emphasis on “quality” of life. Europeans know how to savor life. They move at a slower pace and live “the way life is meant to be lived.” You see that in the social and political make-up….universal healthcare, long maternity leaves, free colleges and universities, and a policy of at least 4 weeks of vacation each year.
Your neighbors will tend to be friendly and curious about you, but with a general lack of judgement. “Live and let live” is the motto.
