Moving Abroad? Avoid These 10 Mistakes

You wouldn’t be to blame if you didn’t know *everything* there is to know about moving to another country. (After all, this isn’t a topic that’s taught in school.) Moving abroad is a complex logistical feat, but here are some common mistakes to avoid.  Badass Digital Nomads Episode 126: Moving Abroad Mistakes Sponsor: Ready to Relocate Relocation Course [00:42] Intro: Why is relocating so hard? Limitations of the public education system + Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs [2:03] Shoutout: Thanks to Colcom from UK for the podcast review [8:03] Super informative podcast: "Love Kristin's style and knowledge on all things digital nomad and living the expat life, both the pros and cons. Great guests too!" Top 10 Moving Abroad Mistakes: Timestamps [8:44] Buying real estate too soon [8:55] Applying for permanent residency [12:00] Waiting too long to move [15:33] Moving before you're ready [16:40] Spending too much time with expats [19:32] Too trusting and lowering your guard [21:12] Not learning the local language [22:49] Expecting a foreign country to change [24:41] Staying stuck when things aren't working [26:57] Doing too much research or asking for opinions [29:11] Bonus: Moving where everyone else is going [31:22] Would you like to move abroad in the next year? Enrollment is open in Kristin's new coaching program, Ready To Relocate! 🌎  Send an email to info@orbisrelocation.com with the Subject Line: Ready To Relocate for more details. You can also apply for a Free Relocation Strategy Call here. Related Videos:  What I Love About Living Abroad What I Dislike About Living Abroad Why Expats Leave Costa Rica The Best and Worst Digital Nomad Visas ........................................................................................... Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Follow on Medium Follow on Clubhouse @KristinWilson Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group ........................................................................................... Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Me a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5* Review Buy Official Merch  Search All Episodes at www.badassdigitalnomads.com ........................................................................................... A special thank you to my 2021 Patrons: Teklordz, Walt, Shawn, Richard Y, RZ, Craig S, Colin, Heather, Karen, Kiran, Scott, Michael and Annie, Issac, Mike M, Yasmine, Erick M, Yohji, Gary R ,Ron, Gary, Ray, Henry L, Kelly, Alejandra, Keith, Stephen, Henry M, Warren, James, Daniel, Javier, Gary B, Emily, Rich, Aisha, Phil, Anthony, Anna, Jennifer, Kathleen, Natalie, Dave, Brian, Christopher, CJ, David, and Mike. Special welcome to my newest Patrons from September 2021: Kathleen P, Chip, and Shelly! Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin ...........................................................................................

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Ready to travel the world, live your passions, and design your ideal life? Join YouTube’s Traveling with Kristin, a veteran digital nomad and location-independent entrepreneur, as she guides you through the ins and outs of an international lifestyle. Whether you dream of retiring abroad, working remotely while traveling, or making a permanent move overseas, "Traveling with Kristin" is your go-to resource for all things global living. Kristin has lived and worked from more than 60 countries over the past 20 years while helping more than 1,200 people relocate to 37 different countries. With her extensive experience and insights, she’s redefining what it means to be a digital nomad, showing you how to live happily and fulfilled, while making a meaningful impact on the world. If you’re interested in travel, culture, living abroad, and a digital nomad lifestyle, this podcast is for you. What You'll Learn: * How to Travel or Live Abroad Full-Time * Tips for getting offshore residency, visas, and second passports * Insights into living in different cultures * Tips on transitioning to a location-independent career * Ways to make extra income online or start a side-hustle * The best places to travel or live abroad * And much more Join us on this exciting journey and start designing your life without borders!