It’s no secret I am a big fan of Latin America. I’ve called Panama my home for the past five years, and my last two children were born in Chile and Brazil. Why are so many freedom-minded individuals and families choosing Latin America as their expat destination? Today’s guest, my good friend Andrea Martinez, is here to share her insights.

Originally from Ecuador and now living in Panama, Andrea has firsthand experience with the expat lifestyle. As a former pediatrician turned real estate developer, she has helped countless families make the transition to Latin America. In this episode, Andrea breaks down why more people than ever are fleeing high-tax, more expensive countries in favour of the freedoms and opportunities found south of the border.

Enjoy!

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH ANDREA MARTINEZ HIEBERT

• Tune in to learn why migration to Latin America has doubled in the last decade and what’s driving the trend.
• Discover how weather, taxation, and government overreach are pushing people to look South of the Border for their “Plan-B.”
• Listen as Andrea explains how affordable Latin American real estate offers expats a chance to live in luxury at a fraction of Western prices.
• Understand why cultural and political shifts in the West—especially regarding education and family values—are prompting concerned parents to relocate to Latin America. 
• Hear Andrea’s thoughts on Latin America’s strong family bonds and why this region remains protective of parental rights.
• Learn about the taxation advantages in much of Latin America and how certain residency programs allow individuals to keep more of their hard-earned income.
• Get a sneak peek into Andrea’s work developing self-sustainable communities for like-minded expats looking to start fresh.
• By the end of this conversation, you’ll have a much clearer understanding of why Latin America is an expat hotspot and why it just may help you fulfill your offshore dreams. 

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THE WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE IN PANAMA MARCH 14-15

Ready to see Latin America for yourself? Join the Expat Money community and come down to Panama for the Wealth, Freedom, and Passport Conference, March 14-15. 

This is your chance to gain invaluable insights, connect with like-minded freedom seekers, and, most importantly, connect with 20+ of the most trusted partners necessary to secure a prosperous life offshore.

VIP Tickets are already sold out, and general admission tickets are going fast. Head to ExpatMoney.com/Conference to learn more and secure your spot right away!

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Today’s episode celebrates 250 episodes of the Expat Money Show!

I can’t believe some of the incredible people I’ve gotten to speak to doing this podcast, many of whom I admired years before this show, were even an idea in my mind.  It occurred to me that many of you hadn’t yet begun your expat journey when I started this podcast back in 2017, and there’s a decent chance you haven’t heard some of the biggest and best interviews that I’ve conducted over the years. 

So this week, we’ll be checking out a sampling of top names I’ve interviewed since starting the Expat Money Show – people like Doug Casey, Grant Cardone, Jim Rogers, and the great Congressman Ron Paul. Enjoy!

RELATED EPISODES

221: What The World Can Expect In 2023 – Ron Paul

075: Grant Cardone – Developing a Millionaires Mindset

036: Jim Rogers – North Korea, China, Mandarin And The Current State Of Education

CONCLUSION

While this episode may have been a look back into the past, believe it or not, we are just getting started here at Expat Money. This podcast has laid the groundwork for the efforts we are currently undertaking, helping thousands of freedom-loving individuals seek higher ground. The future is bright for those who take action to improve their lives by becoming an expat, and this show will remain the flagship for those who share our ideals. I’m greatly looking forward to the next 250 episodes and beyond, and I’m thrilled to have you all along for the journey. 

See you all next Wednesday on the podcast!

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Today, I am going to share a conversation I had on The Tom Woods Show. This interview has gotten such a great response since it first aired that I wanted to share it here with you to make sure you didn’t miss it.

Tom didn’t let me off easy and really put me on the hot seat, bringing up a ton of objections that many who are first hearing about the expat lifestyle tend to come up with.

Answering Common Expat Objections

• In this discussion, I respond to some common “black pilled” takes that Tom has heard about the negative side of expatriation, dispelling the notion that the advantages you can achieve outside your country of birth aren’t all that great when you break it down.
• There is no Shangri-La – no perfect libertarian country in the world. It does not exist. But that’s not to be said that we can’t get more freedom in our lives by being overseas or by jurisdiction shopping.
• I explain to Tom exactly what FATCA – the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act –  is and how it works, and why it’s even caused some Americans to go as far as to renounce their U.S. citizenship!
• I address Tom’s concern that whatever problems you have in the U.S., they may very well be worse outside the U.S., as was the case in certain countries when it came to COVID restrictions.
• Tom and I talk about how Americans can utilize the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion to greatly reduce their tax burden while living overseas.
• I break down the concept of citizenship by investment and how the process typically unfolds for those with substantial funds to invest overseas.
• I lay out the many reasons to have a second passport, even if you do not plan to live outside your home country!
• I provide some definitive first steps to take for those that have caught the expat bug and are ready to take their expat journey to the next level.

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221: What The World Can Expect In 2023 – Ron Paul

170: Searching For Freedom In Mexico – Marc Clair

093: Why Are People Leaving The USA – Travis Luther

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THE EXPAT MONEY SUMMIT

We also discussed the Expat Money Summit a bit, and even though this was from last year, we will be doing another summit this year, so you can head to this link and grab a FREE ticket to the largest expat event of the year.

CONCLUSION

I hope you enjoyed today’s conversation on The Tom Woods Show. Tom is an excellent interviewer, and I loved how he pressed me on some of the common objections people who are first learning about the expat lifestyle often hold. These are questions that don’t often come up here on the Expat Money Show, where I primarily interview those who are already on the expat journey, so it was a great change of pace.

This is the perfect episode to share with a friend or family member who has expressed interest in the expat lifestyle but has been hesitant to pursue it further due to many of the objections addressed in this conversation.

See you all next Wednesday on the podcast!

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In this episode we talk extensively about the country of Nicaragua and how you can get residency in the country. For those interested in making an investment to obtain residency, please email expat@EcoVillages.life

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH PATRICK HIEBERT

• What is Nicaragua actually like as a country? 
• Patrick talks about the community they are building in Nicaragua called Playa Pacifica and how they are building homes using solar power and wind power. 
• Is a Nicaraguan Passport a good one to have? 
• We talk about how to get residency in Nicaragua and what will work and what will not work. 
• We discuss Danny Ortega and his wife and what they have done for Nicaragua. I think you’ll be surprised at what we have to say.
• Great questions were asked, What about transportation? a car? Can you bring down your own jeep or an SUV to Nicaragua? What are the import taxes like?
• One of the most frequently asked questions when moving to another country is, ‘should I bring my own household goods? Or purchase in my new country?’ Patrick talked about what he has done in the past and what he recommends.
• Healthcare is another concern for expats. We talk about the costs, what you can expect when using a hospital and what kind of service you will enjoy.
• Patrick and I discuss everything you can imagine about the country of Nicaragua and what the residency program is all about. Don’t miss this episode!

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190: How To Build A Self-Sustaining Libertarian Community In Latin America – Patrick Hiebert

181: Living Overseas With Your Family And How To Make Your Expat Experience A Raving Success 

163: Expat International School- The Education You Wish You Had

HOW TO REACH 

expat@EcoVillages.Life

CONCLUSION

I love Nicaragua. It’s a beautiful country, with lots to see and do. I first went some 20 years ago and enjoyed it so much that I purchased the teak & avocado parcel with Patrick and Vida Verde Agroforestry to gain my residency there. 

Patrick and I cover a lot of great information in this episode. Don’t miss it!

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Today on the Expat Money Show we’re going to republish a webinar presentation that I did a few days ago with my friends Ally and Patrick from EcoVillages. It was an awesome presentation, and we had literally hundreds of people on the line.

I also know that there are thousands of people who listen to the podcast from every corner of planet earth, many from different time zones, who were not able to watch the webinar live, so by republishing it this way, everyone from around the globe can listen to this presentation.

It is worth mentioning that Patrick made a special offer in the presentation which was set to expire a few days ago. I twisted his arm to get him to extend it by a week to Aug 22, 2022. This should give everyone a chance to listen to the presentation and be able to email him if you are interested.

His team can be reached at expat@EcoVillages.life

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS WEBINAR 

• I’m going to spoil the surprise a little bit, but Patrick made a very, very generous offer on this presentation… make sure you listen to find out what it was!
• This surprise had a set date of the 15th of this month, which just passed. I had dinner with him the other night, and I got him to agree to move that date just by a few days. Don’t miss your chance!
• What is ‘Agroforestry’ anyways? And what is the concept behind agroforestry? Before you can make a good decision, you really have to understand these concepts!
• We’re going to talk about a ton of really valuable things regarding this unique investment. Get your pen and paper ready!
• So if you guys want more information about all of this, especially after you listen to the episode, then you can send Patrick and Ally an email. I’ll give you the address in the podcast, keep an ear open for it.
• I’ve done this process myself, I know what you can expect is going to happen, so there’s no better place to hear this information than from todays podcast episode.
• Top 3 reasons why having a second residence is so important and what can happen when that’s not in place.
• We’re going to be talking about how you can get a 2nd or 3rd residency in a new country, specifically residency through investment using agroforestry. We’re going to be talking about what that entails, the immigration process, and how it is all viewed. 
• We’re going to have a big Q&A at the end of this session, so it’s vitally important to listen to the entire podcast so that all of your questions are answered. You won’t want to miss that.

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116: How To Move To Panama Or Use It As Your Plan-B Residency 

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HOW TO REACH PATRICK & ALLY

expat@EcoVillages.life

CONCLUSION

This was an amazing presentation by Patrick Hiebert and Ally Rodriguez from Eco Villages. This is probably the fastest and easiest way to get a second or third residency in the world. The cost is reasonable, and the time to obtain it is also really reasonable.

This podcast is very time sensitive. You have seven days from today to put your hand up and say ‘yes, this investment is for me’. Don’t miss out. 

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Happy Holidays to all of our listeners of The Expat Money Show. Today is Christmas Day and we thought we would do something a little different.  As a Christmas gift to me, what I would really love is for you to share this episode with your friends and family. It helps us grow and while you’re there, please leave us an honest review.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

Going Global – Best of 2020

Carter Clews

• Chilling start but we have some real solutions for you in this episode so I hope you pay close attention to this entire episode
• Here is Carter Clews from Episode #95 on your future Freedom in the USA…

Travis Luther

• That’s some terrifying ideas
• Let’s go beyond the politics and the government infringement let’s discuss the data, traditionally what are some other reasons people leaving their homes to be Expats and where are they going
• Here is Travis Luther from Episode #93 who has studied this academically, let’s listen to what he has to say about it…

Kristin Wilson

• What are the options that are available for long term travel… expat’s, digital nomads, retirees, entrepreneurs, slow travel
• Here is Kristin Wilson from Episode #96 to discuss all of this and more…

Daniel Prince

• Maybe getting rid of all your stuff and just jumping in with both feet is a bit much for you to start off.
• Here is Daniel Prince from Episode #98 to discuss an alternative and how he travelled around the world rent-free for years on end with his wife and 4 kids…

Johnny FD

• You might be listening to all this but still not know where to go.
• Here is Johnny FD from Episode #109 to discuss the Expat and Digital Nomad hotspots around the world and put the pieces together…

Issac Morehouse

• Are you thinking “this is great, but I have kids, what am going to do with them?”
• In the next conversation from Episode #94, Isaac Morehouse and I discuss homeschooling and other alternative forms of education. We look at how kids learn best and the opportunities that could be available to them by going overseas…

John Palumbo

• Next, we have some very valuable advice on how to protect your downside when travelling internationally.
• Listen to John Palumbo from Episode #97 discuss his one and only horror story from a career investing internationally…

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CONCLUSION

There you have it, some of the highlights from 2020 on how to Go Global. I have dedicated my life to being an Expat, and I want to express my gratitude to YOU and all my listeners and fans. It’s incredible to produce content and talk about what I’m most passionate about, so thank you! We have amazing plans for next year, including more country-specific masterclasses, group discussions, exciting new guests, and a whole heap of other exciting things. Please remember to subscribe to your favourite app and leave an honest review—it helps spread the word and share this podcast with the world. If you want to join the discussion and connect with other fans, make sure to join our free Facebook group, Expat Money Forum, at ExpatMoneyShow.com/forum.

So that’s it, I hope you have an awesome holiday and we will see you in 2021!!!

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Rachel Jensen is the Vice President of Sales & Marketing for ECI Development, a regional development company based throughout Latin America in Costa Rica, Belize, Panama, Argentina, and Nicaragua.

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WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

• Real Estate in Belize: Key considerations for buying property abroad, including safety, viability, and investment soundness, with tips to minimize risks
• Gran Vineyard Estates Argentina: ECI Development’s venture offering affordable properties compared to Napa Valley
  • Options: personal use, partial rental, or full rental
  • Locations: Ocean, Gulf, Caribbean, inland, island, and vineyard
  • Description: Living at the foothills of the Andes, surrounded by vineyards

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CONCLUSION

I just loved interviewing Rachel Jensen from ECI Development. She is a wealth of knowledge on best practices for real estate in Central & South America. Her expertise in buying real estate in Belize in incredible. If you’ve ever wanted to dabble in buying or selling international real estate, this is the episode for you.

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