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405: An Escape Plan, While You Can: Safe Havens In A World At War

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

From the U.S. being embroiled in an on-again, off-again war with Iran to Russia’s multi-year conflict in Ukraine, the idea that world superpowers becoming engaged in a hot conflict is no longer some far-flung theoretical exercise; rather, it’s knocking on our door.

In this episode, we take a look back at a conversation that is more relevant today than ever, examining the regions and countries that would be safest in the event of a truly global conflict. Unfortunately, that reality seems closer every day.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Tune in to hear why today’s geopolitical tensions may be even more dangerous than during the Cold War
Find out what a full-scale war involving the U.S., Russia, or China would actually look like
Which regions of the world will be safest when a full-scale global conflict breaks out?
Learn whyreactingto global events is a losing strategy, and why a properly structured Plan-B acts as “geopolitical insurance.”

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403: The UAE: Why I Left a Country I Loved

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Geopolitical risk in the Middle East is back in the spotlight, and for many people, it’s raising deeper questions about stability, long-term planning, and where to build a life. Recent events have forced a conversation that most prefer to ignore: what happens when you’re living in a region exposed to conflicts far beyond your control?

In today’s episode, I share a personal story about why I chose to leave the UAE after nearly a decade, despite genuinely loving the country. I break down how that decision was shaped by long-term thinking around risk, family, and resilience.

Enjoy!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Tune in as I break down the geopolitical risk that became the #1 driver behind my decision to leave the UAE almost 7 years ago
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the moment I realized staying would be the bigger risk than leaving
Listen in as I break down why a “great country today” can still be the wrong place for your family’s long-term future
Hear how food, water, and energy resilience influenced our decision about where to move next

STAY IN TOUCH!

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399: War in Iran, Violence in Mexico & Freedom in Panama

387: The Leaders Shaping Latin America’s Shift Toward Freedom

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400: Trump’s New Doctrine Could Reshape the Americas (And Your Plan-B)

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The U.S. under Donald Trump has been redrawing its map of allies in Latin America…and not every country has made the cut. At the recent Shield of the Americas Summit, representatives from 12 Latin American countries, handpicked by U.S. President Donald Trump, convened to discuss joint security and anti-cartel operations.

In today’s episode, I recap the summit and discuss the implications for expats and investors across the region. I’ll dive into where political capital is currently flowing, and how this realignment will shape the future of Latin America.

Enjoy today’s episode!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Tune in as I break down Trump’s plan for Latin America, and the second-order effects of controlling crime and cartels. Which countries are most aligned with the United States?
Which Latin American countries are investable now, and where is the region going in the next decade?
Hear my thoughts on why Chile was represented by President-elect José Antonio Kast, leaving the current administration out in the cold.
Learn why who wasn’t invited may matter more than who was—and what that signals for the future of Latin America.

STAY IN TOUCH!

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399: War in Iran, Violence in Mexico & Freedom in Panama

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

From the war in Iran to rumblings of the U.S. “taking” Cuba, it’s been an eventful few weeks in the geopolitical world, to say the least. With the world feeling more chaotic than ever, a group of freedom-seekers came together for our second annual Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference here in Panama City.

In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I recap the weekend that was while also taking a look at some of the geopolitical events that coincided with it. From war in the Middle East to the “Shield of the Americas” Summit, which seemed to push forward President Trump’s so-called “Donroe Doctrine,” we break it all down.

Enjoy today’s episode!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Tune in as Marc and I recap the entire weekend and why the conference has become the premier event for those serious about protecting their wealth and freedom.
Learn why I left Dubai years before this once-peaceful country turned into the literal warzone it has become today.
Listen in as Marc and I discuss our thoughts on living in Mexico after the recent violence surrounding the killing of “El Mencho.” Would we recommend living there?
Is the family the best vehicle for holding and stewarding wealth? Hear about one of my personal highlights from the conference.

JOIN US NEXT YEAR IN PANAMA!

Miss this year’s Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference? Worry not, you can make amends by joining us here in Panama City next year, March 5-6, 2027. Tickets are already on sale (at Super Early Bird prices – the lowest they will ever be); get yours today at ExpatMoney.com/conference.

STAY IN TOUCH!

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394: Panama City’s Crypto-Friendly Mayor: The Mayer Mizrachi Story

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394: Panama City’s Crypto-Friendly Mayor: The Mayer Mizrachi Story

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Most politicians talk about reform, but there are very few who actually pick up a shovel and start filling potholes themselves. And in the case of Panama City’s Mayor, Mayer Mizrachi, he’s done exactly that.

In today’s episode, I’ll share with you the story of Panama City’s young, savvy, crypto-friendly Mayor. He’s no career politician, not by a longshot. He’s a tech entrepreneur and a former political prisoner. Now, he’s reshaping one of Latin America’s most strategic capital cities with a pro-business, pro-Bitcoin, “roll up your sleeves and get it done” mindset.

Enjoy today’s episode!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Listen in as I break down how Mayer Mizrachi went from tech entrepreneur and political outsider to Mayor of Panama City
Tune in to learn how he cut the city budget from $325M to $230M while slashing nearly half the staff
Find out why Mizrachi sees crypto not as ideology, but as infrastructure
Learn, under Mizrachi, Panama City is positioning itself as a forward-looking hub for technology, capital, and innovation

STAY IN TOUCH!

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393: Panama: Why Timing Matters More Than Ever for Residency

387: The Leaders Shaping Latin America’s Shift Toward Freedom

384: President José Raúl Mulino: Panama’s Adult in the Room

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393: Panama: Why Timing Matters More Than Ever for Residency

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Many people falsely assume residency programs will be there when they’re “ready.” In reality, these programs are always evolving: investment thresholds rise, processes become more complicated, and what was once straightforward becomes harder and more expensive to achieve the same outcome.

In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down why Panama is seeing a surge of serious interest right now, what we learned from our recent Fly’n Buy tours, and exactly how the Qualified Investor Visa works through real estate investment. We also explain why acting sooner matters…before a major price rise right around the corner.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Listen in as we break down why Panama has become such an attractive destination for freedom-minded expats and investors
Tune in to hear why Panama’s regulatory environment is quietly creating advantages in areas like private medicine and longevity services
Find out why real estate investment represents the cleanest, simplest path to Panama residency for those ready to act now
Learn how the Qualified Investor Visa works in practice and why the investment minimum is set tonearly doublelater this year

STAY IN TOUCH!

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387: The Leaders Shaping Latin America’s Shift Toward Freedom

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377: Building an International Plan-B While Still Living in the U.S.

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387: The Leaders Shaping Latin America’s Shift Toward Freedom

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Longtime listeners of this podcast know that I have been talking about Latin America as the last real bastion of freedom for years. And the recent political shift away from its socialist past is clear evidence of this.

In today’s episode, we take a look back at the highlights from the past year’s discussions of Latin America’s rising trend of freedom-oriented leaders like Javier Milei, Santiago Peña, Nayib Bukele, Jose Raúl Mulino, and more. You’ll see the clear evidence of what I’ve been shouting from the rooftops for years now: Latin America is the future. Enjoy!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Listen in as I explain why Latin America has shifted away from socialism and towards pro-business and pro-freedom leadership
Hear my breakdown of Javier Milei’s Davos speech and Argentina’s libertarian reset
Learn why Paraguay and Paraguay have become top Plan-B destinations, in no small part thanks to their current leadership
Find out why I’ve been calling Latin America the future hub for freedom for years now, and how these leaders are helping prove me more correct than even I could have imagined

STAY IN TOUCH!

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WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026

Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Prices go up after January 9th, and space is very limited, so reserve your tickets right away.

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384: President José Raúl Mulino: Panama’s Adult in the Room

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Panama finally has an adult in the room. Under President José Raúl Mulino, the country is shifting away from drama-driven politics and toward competence, discipline, and steady governance. While much of the world sinks deeper into dysfunction, Panama is choosing a path grounded in seriousness and long-term stability.

In today’s episode, I break down what Mulino’s leadership means for the country’s future and why it matters for anyone building a serious Plan-B. If you want a clear understanding of where Panama is heading and why this moment matters, this is the analysis you don’t want to miss.

Enjoy!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Listen in to hear how José Raúl Mulino rose from placeholder candidate to the steady, competent leader reshaping Panama’s political landscape
Find out how Mulino is defending Panama’s sovereignty amid US-China pressure over the Canal and recalibrating the country’s geopolitical position
Learn why Panama’s entry into Mercosur represents one of the most consequential economic moves in its modern history
Hear my full breakdown and latest updates on Panama’s Investor Visa and why Panama residency is becoming more valuable than ever

STAY IN TOUCH!

Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse® newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”

WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026

Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Get your tickets now, as space is very limited.

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381: Escaping Australia: Mark And Hazel’s Expat Journey

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000

What happens when a global crisis forces you to rethink everything? For Mark and Hazel, two long-time British expats, COVID wasn’t just an inconvenience. Living under some of the harshest restrictions imaginable in Australia opened their eyes to the truth about the direction of the Western world and led them to seek Plan-B options elsewhere.

In today’s episode, my colleague Marc Clair sits down with Mark and Hazel to unpack their remarkable journey. From their time as corporate expats in Germany to escaping Australian lockdowns to building a Plan-B with multiple flags planted across Latin America, they lay out their full journey for the Expat Money Show audience. Enjoy!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Listen in as Mark & Hazel reveal what it wasreallylike inside Australia during COVID—and why the government’s extreme lockdowns pushed them to take action
Learn how they rescued their daughter from Europe before Australia sealed its borders, before later facing the challenge of beingforbidden to leavethemselves
Explore why Mexico became their first landing spot, and how the quiet charm of Puerto Morelos offered the calm and freedom they were seeking
Hear why they no longer consider the UK part of their future…and how decades abroad helped them embrace a freer, more flexible way of living

STAY IN TOUCH!

Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse® newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”

WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026

Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Get your tickets now, as space is very limited.

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379: Retirement Beyond Borders: Tanya & Carl’s Plan-B Journey

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000

What does it really take to turn your retirement dream into a real-life move abroad, especially when you’re still working, have roots at home, and aren’t quite ready to pack up everything just yet? That’s exactly the path Tanya and Carl have taken. From their home in Colorado, they’ve spent the past few years researching, investing, and building a retirement plan that stretches beyond borders.

In today’s episode, my colleague Marc Clair sits down with Tanya and Carl to share how they’re turning their retirement dreams into an actionable plan. By establishing Plan-B options in several Latin American countries, they’ve built a roadmap to a freer, warmer, and more sustainable lifestyle. You’ll hear how they navigated uncertainties and found new purpose in creating a simpler, more manageable life abroad for their retirement years.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE

Listen in to hear Tanya & Carl break down how global events made creating a “Plan-B” a priority, not just a fantasy
Learn why Tanya & Carl abandoned their early plans for Europe and turned their focus to the warmer, freer climates of Latin America
Find out how they overcame hesitations to take swift action in putting together their Plan-B
Hear Tanya and Carl break down which countries they have chosen as their “Plan-A” and “Plan-B” destinations post-retirement

STAY IN TOUCH!

Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse® newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”

WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026

Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Get your tickets now, as space is very limited.

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377: Building an International Plan-B While Still Living in the U.S.

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377: Building an International Plan-B While Still Living in the U.S.

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

What’s it really like to build a full international Plan-B while still living in your home country, especially when you’ve got a family to think about? One client of mine, Ryan, has done exactly that. While married with four kids, he’s methodically built offshore investments, is in the process of securing second residencies, and has positioned his family for long-term freedom and security… all before making the move abroad. His story proves that protecting your future doesn’t require running; it requires planning.

In today’s episode, my colleague Marc Clair sits down with Ryan to discuss how he and his wife are creating a life of global freedom for their family, from diversifying into international real estate and pursuing residencies in Latin America to choosing jurisdictions that protect their children’s education and values. It’s an honest look at the practical steps you can take to protect your family’s future, even before you’re ready to give up life in your home country.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

Tune in to hear Ryan describe the moment he and his wife realized their interest in other countries had shifted from “adventure” to a necessity to protect their family’s freedom and future.
Listen in as Ryan breaks down how they built their family’s offshore Plan-B while still living in the U.S.
Learn how Ryan’s family incorporated learning Spanish together as part of their transition plan to a life in Latin America.
Find out why Ryan and his wife ultimately chose to build their Plan-B around Latin America instead of Europe.

STAY IN TOUCH!

Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”

WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026

Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026 for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Get your tickets now, as space is very limited.

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369: Canada’s Identity Crisis And Why Families Are Looking South – Shaun Newman

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Over the past decade, Canada has rapidly slid from a respected nation to one that many people now see as a cautionary tale of the logical end of extreme progressivism taking over a political system. Meanwhile, things here in Latin America are moving in the opposite direction, as the region continues to shift towards embracing more pro-freedom and pro-business policies.

I sat down for a conversation with my friend Shaun Newman to discuss the current state of Canada and how it contrasts with what I’ve been seeing on the ground here in Latin America. We dive into the various factors contributing to Canada’s decline, and contrast them with the massive pro-freedom changes currently happening in much of Latin America.

Enjoy!

IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

Listen in as Shaun and I skewer Canada’s environmental policies and green agenda, from bird-slaughtering wind farms to fines for walking in the woods
Tune in as we lament on how we both used to feel pride while travelling the world as Canadians… but today, we’re embarrassed to admit where we’re from.
Shaun and I unpack how Air Canada strikes and broken infrastructure reveal the deeper rot inside the Canadian system
Hear how birth tourism, multiple passports, and raising a large, values-driven family form the backbone of my offshore Plan-B

WHERE TO FIND SHAUN NEWMAN:

Check out the Shaun Newman Podcast

Follow Shaun Newman On X

STAY IN TOUCH!

Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”

THE EXPAT MONEY ONLINE SUMMIT 2025: THE FUTURE IS LATIN AMERICA

Join the Expat Money Online Summit 2025 for three high-impact days focused on why Latin America is becoming the ultimate destination for expats, investors, and freedom-seekers in 2025 and beyond.

You’ll gain exclusive insights from dozens of seasoned offshore experts as they reveal the best strategies to legally slash your tax bill, build real wealth overseas, and unlock second residencies and passports—all centred around Latin America’s rising power on the global stage.

Reserve your free ticket today.

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363: Expat News: Panama’s Bitcoin Push, Portugal’s Passport Delays And The EU’s Insane Tax Proposal

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Bitcoin tax payments in Panama, Portugal’s passport delays and the EU’s insane tax proposal—those are just a few of the major headlines my co-host, Marc Clair, and I break down in this edition of Expat News.

This week’s episode is packed with insights into the offshore world that you won’t hear in the mainstream media. Whether you’re deep into your offshore strategy or just getting started with your Plan-B, these are the global trends you need to understand to stay one step ahead.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

Tune in to discover why Latin America is where smart expats are moving their money, their families, and their futures
Find out how Panama’s bold embrace of Bitcoin could position it as Latin America’s next crypto hub
Hear why wealthy individuals are fleeing the UK in record numbers—and whether a proposed plan to lure them back has any chance of succeeding
Learn how Argentina’s proposed citizenship-for-investment program has the potential to shake up the global CBI market

THE EXPAT MONEY ONLINE SUMMIT 2025: THE FUTURE IS LATIN AMERICA

Join the Expat Money Online Summit 2025 for three high-impact days focused on why Latin America is becoming the ultimate destination for expats, investors, and freedom-seekers in 2025 and beyond.

Reserve your free ticket today.

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359: Live Where You Invest: Inside My Panama Residential Project

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

A few weeks back, I unveiled a commercial project that’s already generating significant momentum in one of Panama’s most dynamic growth regions. Within hours, the messages started flooding in, everyone asking the same thing: “What about residential units… can I live here too?”

Therefore, by popular demand, we present the residential aspect of the project. This is your chance to live and/or invest in the exact same building I’ve been pouring my heart and soul into for the past two years. In this episode, I sit down with Kiley Herold to unpack everything you need to know about the residential units and how this opportunity can help you secure residency in Panama.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

Listen in to learn how this development blends lifestyle, location, and long-term rental potential
Hear how this project can qualify you for Panama’s $300K residency visa and how to structure it
Get insider details on pricing, delivery timelines, and the full amenity stack
Learn how to buy using Bitcoin, IRA funds, or local bank financing—even as a foreigner with no Panamanian credit history

READY TO GET IN? UNITS ARE MOVING FAST

Units in this development are selling quickly, particularly those that meet the threshold required for fast-track permanent residency. This opportunity won’t sit on the market for long, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. Contact us directly at expat@glp.com.pa to reserve your unit right away.

STAY IN TOUCH!

Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”

THE EXPAT MONEY ONLINE SUMMIT 2025: THE FUTURE IS LATIN AMERICA

Join the Expat Money Online Summit 2025 for three high-impact days focused on why Latin America is becoming the ultimate destination for expats, investors, and freedom-seekers in 2025 and beyond.

Reserve your free ticket today.

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357: Own Office Space In Panama’s Hottest Growth Corridor – Part 2

Mikkel Thorup — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Investing in real estate requires discernment, responsibility, and a strategic outlook, and that’s exactly how I approach every opportunity before bringing it to the Expat Money community. In Part 1, we pulled back the curtain and introduced a very special project. After a long search for a location that ticks all the boxes, I finally found the ideal place.

In this episode, Kiley and I dive into a full Q&A session, answering the most important questions from our community. We take a closer look at timelines, visa requirements, payment structures, projected returns, and everything you need to make a well-informed decision.

READY TO GET IN? UNITS ARE MOVING FAST

STAY IN TOUCH!

Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”

DON’T MISS THE EXPAT MONEY ONLINE SUMMIT 2025: THE FUTURE IS LATIN AMERICA

Join the Expat Money Online Summit 2025 for three high-impact days focused on why Latin America is becoming the ultimate destination for expats, investors, and freedom-seekers in 2025 and beyond.

Reserve your free ticket today.

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356: Own Office Space In Panama’s Hottest Growth Corridor – Part 1

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000

If you’ve been following my work, you know I take real estate investments very seriously—and I do tremendous due diligence before ever presenting an opportunity to the Expat Money community.

After years of searching for the right location for a very special project I had in mind—something that has the right infrastructure, aligns with my pro-freedom values, and fits into a larger international strategy—I’ve finally found a site that checks every box. And for the first time, I’m pulling back the curtain to walk you through it.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by my good friend and trusted Panama real estate expert, Kiley Herold. With over a decade of on-the-ground experience and a deep connection to one of Panama’s most respected developers, Kiley brings insights you won’t hear anywhere else. Together, we explore what makes this project so unique, why international entrepreneurs are taking notice, and how it has been designed specifically with the Expat Money community in mind.

IN TODAY’S EPISODE:

Tune in to learn why this project could be a powerful component of your offshore Plan-B—blending asset protection, lifestyle flexibility, and long-term strategic value
Listen in to find out how this project was engineered to create a clean path to permanent residency in Panama
Get the inside scoop on the infrastructure boom transforming the area into one of the most sought-after commercial zones in Latin America
Hear why I believe this may be one of the strongest commercial real estate plays in Latin America today

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345: Reject the Black Pill & Find Freedom Offshore

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000

For the freedom-minded, there’s plenty of doom and gloom where we look for it—wars, technocratic control systems, and economic collapse. But while most people stay stuck in fear or outrage, others are taking action. They’re securing second residencies, moving capital out of reach, and planting flags in places where freedom still has a fighting chance.

In today’s episode, I joined Hrvoje Moric on his program Geopolitics & Empire to discuss what I’m seeing on the ground: which countries are best for freedom-minded expats, how I separate fantasy from reality in the offshore space, and why I believe the path to sovereignty lies in pragmatic action—not black-pilled defeatism.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH HRVOJE MORIĆ

Listen in as I walk Hrvoje through my origin story—from being labelled with a learning disability to building a life of international freedom.
Tune in as Hrvoje, and I discuss the repackaged push for a North American Union and why more centralization is the opposite of what the world needs.
Discover why Panama, Paraguay, and Uruguay top my list of countries best set up for expats.
Find out how I’ve helped clients stay grounded and realistic about expat life—without buying into the fear porn or the sunshine-and-rainbows fantasies.
Hear my response to critics who overgeneralize Latin America—and why sweeping narratives miss the real, nuanced opportunities on the ground.
Unpack how bureaucracies in many third-world countries’ inefficiency act as a feature, not a bug, when attempting to implement technocratic controls.
Learn why I favour tangible assets, like international real estate and precious metals, over manipulated stock markets.
By the end of this episode, it will be clear why I reject black-pilled defeatism and instead focus on practical, pragmatic strategies to preserve liberty and wealth.

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344: Don’t Just Stand and Fight—Position Yourself to Win

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 11:00:00 +0000

There’s a freedom revolution quietly unfolding—and it’s not coming through politics. More and more people are taking matters into their own hands—setting up offshore structures, getting second residencies, diversifying their assets, and ensuring they’re not boxed in by failing systems. It’s not about fear—it’s about options and the ability to act on your own terms when things get messy.

In today’s episode, I sat down with Austrian economist Bob Murphy on The Bob Murphy Show to break down this transformation and share what I’m seeing on the ground with clients around the world.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH BOB MURPHY:

Tune in to hear Bob and me break down Trump’s showdown over the Panama Canal—and how it pushed China’s Belt & Road Initiative out of Panama.
Discover why Nayib Bukele’s unapologetic leadership is turning heads—and what El Salvador is doing differently to attract global attention.
Listen in as I share the story about purchasing pesos in Argentina’s “blue market”—this was wild!
Get my take on Javier Milei’s bold reforms—what’s working, what’s not, and whether Argentina is on my expat radar yet.
Learn why I’m deeply skeptical about a U.S. “strategic Bitcoin reserve”—and why it runs counter to everything crypto stands for.
Find out how the Biden administration’s sanctions against Russia backfired—and accelerated the global de-dollarization trend.
See how ordinary people are already being debanked—and how offshore tools like gold vaults and foreign accounts can offer protection.
Hear my response to Americans who say, “We need to stay and fight”—and why I think there’s a smarter way to go about it.

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340: Expat News: Trump Sends Rubio To Panama & Javier Milei’s Meme Coin Scandal

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Trump sending Marco Rubio down to Panama, a shocking election annulment in Romania, and a surprising new fast-track citizenship program are only a few of the big news stories that have been piling up since the latest edition of Expat News more than two months ago.

This week, we are changing up the Expat News format a bit as I invite my dear friend and colleague Marc Clair to join me as my resident “news man” and make these episodes a little more of a back-and-forth format.

Enjoy this breakdown of the latest headlines as Marc and I dive deep into all the geopolitical shifts and citizenship program changes on this latest edition of Expat News!

TODAY’S EDITION OF EXPAT NEWS:

Listen in as Marc and I analyze Trump’s strategy behind sending Marco Rubio to Panama and what it means for US-Panama relations.
Tune in as we break down the annulled election in Romania—was this Brussels flexing its power over an uncooperative leader?
Find out why Panama’s new associate membership in Mercosur could change the game for residency and trade opportunities in Latin America.
Hear my take on Javier Milei’s disastrous endorsement of a crypto coin—what was he thinking?!
Learn about New Zealand’s struggling investor visa program—why has it failed so badly?
Unpack Spain’s insane 100% tax on non-EU real estate buyers—are they intentionally pushing expats out?
Discover Sierra Leone’s intriguing new fast-track citizenship program—could this be a sleeper opportunity?
Explore why the UAE’s new Golden Visa for content creators might just be a brilliant marketing move.

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Trump Sends Rubio To Curb China’s Influence In Panama

The Practical Implications of Panama Joining Mercosur

Romania’s Annulled Election: Unpacking The Consequences

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337: Lunch With The President Of Paraguay

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000

How often do you get to meet a sitting president? Well, last week, I did just that when I had the incredible opportunity to meet Santiago Peña, the President of Paraguay.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on two major experiences from the past week—my in-person interview with Panamanian immigration officials as I work toward citizenship and an exclusive luncheon where I met President Peña.

First, I’ll take you inside my recent interview with Panamanian immigration officials, a key step in my citizenship process. And yes, I had to do it entirely in Spanish. Then, I’ll share how I managed to slip away from Chinese New Year’s celebrations with my family to attend a luncheon with the President of Paraguay, plus what I learned about the growing ties between Panama and Paraguay—two fantastic Plan-B destinations for expats.

Enjoy the episode, and I’ll see you back here next Wednesday!

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Our VIP Tickets are already sold out, and only general admission tickets remain. Seating is very limited, so head to ExpatMoney.com/Conference to learn more and secure your spot right away!

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336: Update: Panama Citizenship & Brazil Trip

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000

As many of you know, I’ve been a resident of Panama for over five years, and I’m now in the process of pursuing my Panamanian citizenship. In today’s episode, I share an update on my latest (and somewhat nerve-wracking…) step in this journey. If you’re one of many listeners considering a second citizenship in Panama, you’ll definitely want to hear about this part of the process.

I also provide a recap of my recent trip to Brazil, where I met with a business partner and toured an exciting real estate project. Brazil has so much to offer in terms of investment opportunities, and I’m thrilled to share a little bit more about the region I am investing in.

Enjoy today’s episode, and I’ll see you right back here next Wednesday!

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330: Expat News: Trump Threatens BRICS With Tariffs, French Government Collapses

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Political upheaval in France, Trump’s threats against the BRICS nations, and Panama’s historic move to join Mercosur—there’s no shortage of major headlines to unpack in the month or so since the last edition of Expat News.

The geopolitical winds have been shifting rapidly – from the collapse of Macron’s fragile political coalition to the sudden fall of Assad’s regime in Syria. Meanwhile, Panama’s new associate membership in South America’s trade bloc signals exciting opportunities for investors and businesses looking to expand into the region.

This is just a taste of what’s ahead as we dive into all the news relevant to the expat world on this week’s Expat News!

TODAY’S EDITION OF EXPAT NEWS:

Listen in as I break down the political turmoil in France after Macron’s fragile coalition recently collapsed.
Tune in as I react to Trump’s threats against the BRICS countries and the absurd tariffs he has proposed should they proceed with a BRICS currency.
Find out how Panama’s new associate membership in Mercosur creates opportunities for trade and investment in the region.
Hear me analyze how the sudden collapse of Bashar Assad in Syria might affect the Turkey-Russia relations within BRICS.
Learn about a brand new CBI program in a little-known island country – is it worth a look?
Unpack the legislative battle in Spain over ending their Golden Visa program.
Hear my thoughts on the impeachment of President Yoon and its implications for South Korea’s political landscape.
Discover which small African nation is offering up a unique gold-backed lifetime residency program.

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This is your chance to gain invaluable insights, connect with like-minded freedom seekers, and, most importantly, connect with 20+ of our most trusted partners to bring your offshore Plan-B to life!

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The French Government Collapses: Another Wake-Up Call

Trump Threatens Tariffs Over BRICS Currency

Impact of Assad’s Fall On Turkey-BRICS Ties

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328: Five Years As An Expat In Panama – Susan James

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000

What’s it really like to be an expat living in Panama? Today, we’ll hear from someone who has gone through the experience firsthand. Expat Money’s Executive Administrator, Susan James, joins the show to discuss her experience living as an expat in Panama for the last five years. Enjoy!

TODAY’S PRESENTATION BY SUSAN JAMES

Listen in to learn why Susan decided to move to Panama at the age of 61 years old.
Discover the steps Susan took to ensure a successful relocation as an expat.
Is Panama really a “third-world” country? Hear Susan’s take on what the real experience is like.
Do you need to learn Spanish before moving to Panama? Find out what Susan’s experience was like arriving as a non-Spanish speaker.
Find out what Susan’s experience has been like becoming part of a like-minded community of expats with similar values and interests in Panama.
Learn how Panama’s diverse topography and ease of travel within the country make it feel like a year-round vacation!
What about health care? Regardless of age, it’s a concern for anyone considering a life abroad. Hear Susan’s first-hand account of using Panama’s top-notch healthcare system.
By the end of this conversation, you will have a full understanding of what it’s really like to be an expat living in Panama.

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322: Expat News: Panama Keeps Investor Visa Price, Trump to End Double Taxation Of Expats?

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Huge news broke regarding Panama’s Investor Visa this week, as the investment minimum will now remain at $300K, pausing the previously planned increase to $500K for at least two years. Plus, will Donald Trump really end the double taxation of American expats if he’s elected?

These are the news stories at the top of my stack for this week’s edition of Expat News. After nearly six weeks of travel, followed by the Expat Money Summit right when we got back, a whole lot of news stories have been piling up, so let’s dive right into this fifth edition of Expat News!

TODAY’S EDITION OF EXPAT NEWS:

Listen in for the inside details on the Panamanian government’s decision NOT to raise the investment minimum for the Investor Visa. This is HUGE!
Learn about the significant change the country of Vanuatu has made that will surely complicate its passport application process for many.
Discover how Russia is providing sanctuary for citizens of “destructive neoliberal countries” with a new visa program.
Is another Caribbean citizenship-by-investment program on the way? Find out which country’s opposition party is proposing another Caribbean CBI.
Could Donald Trump really end double taxation of Americans overseas if he’s elected?
Tune in to learn the details of an interesting new citizenship-by-investment program coming out of a relatively off-the-radar island nation.
In light of recent major hurricanes, hear why more Floridians are fleeing to Panama, a well-known Hurricane-free zone.
If you’re anything like me, you’ll be outraged by the latest taxation scheme proposed in France.

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314: Panama: Why I Chose This Small Latino Country As My Home Base

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0000

“Why Panama?” I get this question every day, especially in a world where the word “expat” is still often associated with countries like the UAE, Portugal, Singapore, and others. It was not an easy decision, and it was not one my wife and I took lightly. When we decided to leave the UAE several years ago, we spent countless hours debating the pros and cons of several countries before deciding on Panama.

Since I get this question so often, I decided that this week, I would share with you a presentation I gave at last year’s Expat Money Summit, in which I lay out all the reasons we settled on Panama as our home base. This will also help give you an idea of the flavour of some of the presentations you’ll hear at this year’s Summit. And don’t worry—I never do the same presentation twice, so you’ll get all new content at this year’s Expat Money Summit.

TODAY’S EPISODE ON WHY I CHOSE PANAMA AS MY HOME BASE:

Tune in to hear me first lay out the good, the bad and the ugly of the UAE and why we decided to search for another home country.
Listen in to hear about the most pleasant experience one could ever have losing a wallet when I lost mine in a taxi in the UAE.
Hear me compare the stark differences in both the cost and quality of food between the UAE and Panama.
Learn about Panama’s very favourable tax situation, a big factor for many expats looking to protect their hard-earned wealth.
It’s not all about numbers. Discover all you need to know about the lifestyle in Panama and why it suits our family so well.
What about the visa options? Learn about Panama’s many residency options and which pathway we chose (an option that is, unfortunately, no longer available.)
Is Panama safe? Find out what it’s like living here, how the country respects the rule of law, and whether you can legally own a gun here.
Lastly, you’ll hear what it’s been like living in Panama City and why this Latin American metropolis has become such a hub for expats.

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308: Secure Your Family’s Future: Off-Grid Living In Panama’s Highlands – Part #2 Q&A

Mikkel Thorup — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

An off-grid community full of freedom-minded families and individuals situated in Panama’s highlands just fifteen minutes from the beach? This isn’t just a dream; it’s the reality I unveiled in yesterday’s episode, in which my friend Patrick Hiebert joined me to put Veritas Panama on full display.

First, if you didn’t catch yesterday’s episode, go back to episode 307 and listen before this one so that you will have the full context of the project as we dive into the question and answer session from the original live webinar today.

If you have questions about Veritas Panama, how to buy a lot, how to build a home there, etc., there’s a good chance they will be answered in today’s episode.

To secure your lot or inquire further, email expat@EcoVillages.life immediately, as these lots are already flying off the market.

TODAY’S Q & A SESSION ABOUT VERITAS PANAMA

How will water be allocated within the Veritas Village community? Tune in to fully understand how this unique community is equipped to determine important issues like this.
Can lots and homes be financed in Veritas Village? Hear Parick lay out the various pricing and financing options.
Will Veritas Village be filled with random expats who get a case of “Margarita Madness” and decide to purchase property on a whim? Find out how the community maintains its authenticity.
What about HOA fees? Learn how the (very low) maintenance fees are determined and collected at Veritas Village.
Can Veritas Village provide passive income? Discover how you can residents will be able to rent their property
What does the general makeup of Veritas Village look like? Is it mostly retirees, young couples with children, etc? Hear from Pat how this has already changed since COVID.
How is the internet in Panama’s highlands? Outside the spoiler that this entire presentation was done by Patrick live from Veritas Village. He lays out how the community is able to have such great internet.
Whether you knew you wanted it or not, by the end of this discussion, my enthusiasm for a butterfly garden will infect every listener of this show!
Listen as Patrick lays out the details of Veritas Village’s solar-powered electrical system and how it keeps the community completely self-sufficient and off-grid.
Lastly, learn about the diverse ecosystem within Veritas Panama and how the community at large takes care of and works with the local environment instead of against it.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON VERITAS PANAMA

https://veritaspanama.com/

Email: expat@EcoVillages.life

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CONCLUSION

It’s only been a few days since Veritas Panama was first unveiled to the public, and I can tell you these lots are already going fast. As I always say about anything related to your Plan-B, there is simply no time to waste, and if you are serious about surrounding yourself with freedom-minded people like yourselves – people who won’t judge you for your “crazy” political ideas or your dreams of living abroad.

I am so proud to have partnered with Patrick on this project and helped bring it to fruition. Be sure to email Patrick and Andrea at expat@ecovillages.life right away, and I hope to see you as one of my neighbours down the road!

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307: Secure Your Family’s Future: Off-Grid Living In Panama’s Highlands – Part One

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Freedom-minded folks like you and I can often feel isolated in a world where so many people are affected by socialist propaganda, the woke mind virus, or whatever you want to call it. Can you really count on your neighbours when they think your views are “nutty” or that your concerns about world events make you a “conspiracy theorist?”

In today’s episode, I am excited to present you with a solution to this problem: Veritas Panama, an off-grid community living development in the highlands of Panama.

Don’t worry – this isn’t some hippie-dippie place with small log cabins, no internet, and no access to modern amenities…

Veritas Panama is a luxury development designed specifically for freedom-oriented individuals who want to guarantee a secure future for themselves and their families without foregoing the modern amenities of the developed world.

Enjoy the presentation, and to secure your lot today, don’t hesitate to email expat@EcoVillages.life.

TODAY’S PRESENTATION ABOUT OFF-GRID LIVING IN PANAMA’S HIGHLANDS

Listen in as Patrick Hiebert—one of my dearest friends and my partner in Veritas Panama—guides you through the project’s background and how it all came together.
If you think “off-grid” means living without modern amenities, think again! Learn how this solar-powered community maintains all the luxuries of first-world living.
What about water? Discover how Veritas Panama is able to maintain its own self-sufficient water supply.
Does “off-grid” mean losing life’s luxuries? Hear why Veritas Panama is fully equipped to handle a luxury lifestyle for its inhabitants, all while remaining off-grid and self-sufficient.
Are you sick of being looked at with a sideways glance for your “crazy” beliefs? Find out how Veritas is fostering a welcoming environment where you’ll feel more than free to speak your mind.
Learn how Veritas Village is a crypto-friendly community – you can even use Bitcoin to purchase your lot!
Find out what a DAO (Decentrally Autonomized Organization) is and how it utilizes Bitcoin to enable voluntary community governance.
Discover how Veritas Panama is perfectly set up to enable the growing of all its own food, from community-oriented projects to private gardens.
What about education? Yes, there will even be an expat school in Veritas Village.
How is the climate in the highlands of Panama? Patrick breaks down the seasons and how they play into the ability to have a water supply throughout the year.

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CONCLUSION

Veritas Panama is a project I have been deeply involved with for close to two years now, and I am so thrilled to finally be able to present it to the Expat Money audience. I founded this company to find real solutions to the problems faced by freedom-seekers around the world, and Veritas Panama is a direct response to the type of concerns I hear all the time.

As much of the world’s political elite prepares to usher in a dystopian nightmare flush with draconian “solutions” like CBDCs, Digital IDs and “15-minute cities’, we are forming a strong, self-sufficient community in Panama that will be immune to many of these machinations.

If you want to become a part of this community, email expat@EcoVillages.life right away to secure your lot.

I hope you enjoyed this presentation, and tune in to a special bonus episode tomorrow for Part Two, where we’ll share the question-and answer portion of this presentation.

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300: Living Internationally: Lessons From 300 Episodes

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

300 episodes—I truly can’t believe it! In many ways, it feels like yesterday when I recorded the first episode of the Expat Money Show. At the same time, my life and this company have changed drastically since that day.

Today, I decided to invite my good friend and colleague Marc Clair—who has known me for nearly as long as I have been doing this show—to flip things around, act as my co-host this week, and interview me about how Expat Money and my own life have evolved over the 300 episodes of this podcast.

Enjoy!

TODAY’S 300TH EPISODE RETROSPECTIVE:

Take a peek behind the scenes and see how Expat Money isn’t just a one-man band with me in an office doing everything – I’ve now got a staff of close to 30, including today’s co-host.
Listen to fill in the gap from my often-discussed early childhood & leaving Canada as a teenager to 17 years later when I started Expat Money.
Where did the idea for Expat Money come from? Discover why I decided to combine my hobbies and interests and launch the Expat Money Show.
Uncover a simple truth about content creation: your content is going to suck flat-out when you start (and why you should embrace that!)
Why does my newsletter come from MikkelThorup.com and not ExpatMoney.com? I always get asked this, and there is a story behind it…
Find out which of my early podcast guests became a mentor and a crucial part of my own growth – a name many listeners will recognize!
Learn why I am anti-Malthusian when it comes to children—I recommend having as many children as possible!
Tune in to hear Marc and I discuss how many people worldwide are realizing they have been lied to and that our governmental and educational systems, by and large, do not have our best interests at heart.
Is imitation really the best form of flattery? Find out about the string of Expat Money posers and straight-up plagiarizers that have sprung up as Exapt Money has gained greater notoriety.
Lastly, for those new around here who may think Expat Money is just a podcast, learn about everything else we do here, from our blog to our newsletter to our free webinars, annual online summit, in-person trips and conferences, and so much more in the years to come.

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CONCLUSION

It still boggles my mind that I’ve done 300 episodes of the Expat Money Show. I had barely been doing the show for more than a year or so when I first met Marc Clair. As one of the longest-running listeners and an accomplished podcaster in his own right, Marc was the perfect person to join me in reflecting on how things have changed in my life and this business over the course of these 300 episodes.

Whether you’re brand new to the show or you’ve been following me since that first episode, I am truly grateful to have you as a listener. Every single one of you who tunes in to this show helps me accomplish my personal and business goals. I hope that – whether through this program or one of the various other products and services we provide at Expat Money – I can do the same for you on your expat journey.

I’ll see you next Wednesday for episode 301!

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299: Expat News: Panama’s New President, Millionaires Fleeing The US, and Malaysia’s Hilarious Visa Flop

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 29 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000

What is my take on Panama’s new President, José Raúl Mulino? Why are so many millionaires fleeing the US? And what happens when a country vastly overestimates its visa offering?

In this week’s episode, you’ll hear my thoughts on the above and so much more as we dive into the latest stories affecting expats on the latest edition of Expat News!

TODAY’S EDITION OF EXPAT NEWS:

Listen in to hear about Malaysia’s bumbled attempt to launch a “Premium Visa Program” – honestly, I am still chuckling over this.
Find out why the number of American millionaires looking to acquire second residencies and passports has surged in the past four years, including President Biden’s shocking capital gains tax proposal.
Hear my thoughts on the election of Panama’s new President, Jose Raul Mulino and how it will affect expats.
Free passports?! Learn about El Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele’s offer of free passports to foreign skilled professionals.
Tune in to hear about an important upcoming deadline affecting those applying for Caribbean citizenship by investment.
Uncover the reasons why Spain is threatening to end its Golden Visa program—yet another reason expats should generally avoid the country as far as Plan B’s go.
You’ll be horrified when you hear about Canadian Prime Minister Justin Castro’s —er, Justin Trudeau’s—disturbing new speech bill.
Learn about an interesting new visa being proposed in Southeast Asia.
Hear about the shocking number of Americans who may qualify for Armenia’s citizenship by descent program.
Lastly, you’ll learn more about Hungary’s upcoming Guest Investor Program.

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CONCLUSION

I hope you enjoyed this second edition of Expat News. These episodes take a lot of prep work. Luckily, I have a team of expert researchers here at Expat Money who make sure the most important stories don’t pass me by, allowing me to give you my thoughts right here on the podcast.

Are you a fan of this type of segment? If so, be sure to let us know, and I’ll see you back here next Wednesday for episode 300!

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293: What’s It Like To Work With Expat Money?

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000

What’s it really like to work with me? That’s exactly what my colleague Marc Clair asked several of my clients and partners last month during my 41st birthday bash in Panama.

This came at the tail end of our Panama Expat Exploration & Investment Tour, where I spent the week helping clients craft their own Plan B, whether it be residencies, citizenships, or simply investing internationally and protecting their wealth.

People often ask why I have spent so much time and resources building this company when I could easily retire on the beach somewhere and spend the rest of my days staring off into the sunset. Aside from the fact that I am simply not built that way and would completely lose my mind, you’ll see from these testimonials today what it’s really all about.

More people than ever before are awakening to the threats to their freedom and wealth, and I am truly blessed to have the opportunity to help others dramatically improve their situation. In today’s episode, you will get a glimpse into what it’s really like to work with me, craft your own Plan B, and protect yourself and your family from the machinations of corrupt politicians around the globe.

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I often host informative webinars that are completely free to attend, so be sure to bookmark our webinar page. Our next webinar, “Beachfront Bonanza: Strategies For Cash Flow In Brazilian Property,” is one you can’t miss, so be sure to register now and get it on your calendar!

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CONCLUSION

I hope today’s episode gave you a taste of not only exactly what I do when working with my clients and partners but also helped you understand my motivation for doing so. The truth is, I could retire today, but building this company that is actively helping people’s lives is a giant puzzle that I’ve been determined to solve. I have built an absolutely incredible team here that makes so much of the content you see possible, and I do it all in to find more people like those you heard from in today’s show.

This work never stops because there will never be a lack of people needing to shelter their wealth and protect their liberty from greedy, tyrannical politicians. Luckily, I never plan to stop, either, so I thank you for being part of the ever-growing expat community.

See you all next Wednesday!

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288: Update: Why I Don’t Take My Foot Off The Gas

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 20 Mar 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Today, I’m going to provide an update on everything that’s been going on over the past few weeks. It culminated with my birthday party here in Panama, which saw over 200 like-minded people come together for an incredible celebration. Prior to that, we had a week-long investors tour in Panama, which began just as I was coming back from a trip to Turkey.

As you can tell, it’s been a busy few weeks, but they’ve also been incredibly important. With how fast things are changing in today’s world, this is no time to take the foot off the gas—it’s time to accelerate, and that’s exactly what you’ll be seeing my team and I do this year.

Today, I’ll share all the details and preview a bit of what the Expat Money team and I have planned for the year ahead.

TODAY’S UPDATE EPISODE:

Listen in to hear about my trip to Turkey to finalize renovations on the home that we recently purchased in Istanbul.
Learn about the recent investors tour we held in Panama prior to the party, where clients of mine came down to view some of the absolute gems of real estate deals that are brewing down here.
Find out why this will probably be the last of these investors’ tours in Panama for a while and what we plan to do next year in its place. It’s going to be even more exciting!
Hear the details of the upcoming Luxury Expat Exploration and Investment Tour in Paraguay. Many of my clients have become interested in this country lately, and we’re going to spend nine days exploring in style.
Listen to the breakdown of my 41st birthday party – from the food, fireworks, and festivities to the amazing conversations with friends and clients.
Find out why it’s absolutely critical that you act RIGHT NOW to get Panama residency by investment before the minimum investment nearly doubles this year. Don’t hesitate & reach out to my team today to get started.
Learn about the easiest way to make your real estate investment in Panama – our Panam Fly ‘N Buy Tours, where you’ll have all your expenses paid when you come down and purchase your property here in Panama.

SAVE THE DATE

The team and I have already decided that instead of an investors tour next year, we’ll be hosting a conference on Friday followed by a Birthday party on Saturday. So SAVE THE DATE for March 14-16, 2025, and I hope to see you there!

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CONCLUSION

It has certainly been an extremely busy few weeks here, but honestly, these last few weeks have energized me more than ever. Meeting with so many like-minded people and seeing faces, both familiar and new, is a great reminder of what this is all really about—building a community of like-minded people with a shared philosophy and commitment to taking action.

The Expat Money community, from my team members to my clients and partners all the way down to the casual listener of this podcast, represents people around the world who aren’t just complaining about all the world’s problems but are taking action to find higher ground for themselves and their families.

I hope you enjoyed this little recap of the last few weeks, and I’ll see you here next Wednesday!

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287: Expat News: Canadian Exodus, Panama’s Visa Boom, and El Salvador’s Pricey Citizenship

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Today, I want to introduce a new segment in the show, one that my team and I have been talking about internally for a while. It will be known for now as “Expat News.”

The idea is that every quarter or so, as I’m reading the news or going through government websites and I see changes to immigration and programs and things that affect the offshore and expat space, I’ll do one of these episodes breaking it all down.

So enjoy this premier edition of Expat News, where we’ll discuss a number of stories from the wave of migration from Canada to the popularity of Panama’s investment visa to El Salvador’s interesting – and pricey – citizenship program. Enjoy!

LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK!

This episode was a little bit of an experiment, so I really would appreciate all of your feedback. Would you like to see more “Expat News” segments in the future? Head over to the Expat Money Forum, and let me know what you think!

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CONCLUSION

I hope you enjoyed this premier edition of Expat News. I know you’re all busy and probably won’t catch every nugget of expat-related news that passes by, and it’s the same for me. Luckily, I have a team of expert researchers here at Expat Money who make sure the most important stories don’t pass me by, allowing me to give you my thoughts here on the podcast.

Are you a fan of this type of segment? Be sure to let us know, and I’ll see you back here next Wednesday!

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276: Mikkel’s Travel Chronicles – Unforgettable Adventures

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This past year has been full of great opportunities to visit a bunch of new countries.

Longtime listeners know how much I love travelling and exploring the world, so I thought we would give you a bit of a highlight reel of some of the places that I got to see and some of the insights that I learned from the past year of travels.

As you all know, I don’t pull punches or mince words – so this episode features stories of all varieties – the good, the bad and yes, even the ugly. Enjoy!

TODAY’S EPISODE ABOUT MY TRAVEL CHRONICLES IN 2023

Find out how I first got the travel bug well over twenty years ago and haven’t stopped travelling since.
Learn an important lesson about travel safety and situational awareness from a recent trip to Turkey.
Hear some stories from my trip to Georgia, including my interesting conversation with a baseball-bat-wielding cabbie.
Listen in to my initial impressions of Armenia upon arriving in its capital city of Yerevan.
Discover the crazy roundabout way I had to get from Armenia to Azerbaijan due to the border between the two neighbouring rival countries being closed.
Find out how I had to navigate some of the wildest airline snafus I have ever experienced on my journey back from the “Liberty In Our Lifetime” conference in Prague.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at what my Expat Exploration & Investment Tours are like as I provide a glimpse into our recent Uruguay tour.
Hear about my very first trip to Paraguay and the great potential I see for investment opportunities in that country.

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CONCLUSION

This year has been one of the most active travel years I’ve had in recent memory, and certainly the most travel I’ve done since the ‘scamdemic.’ And I got to inch closer to my goal of visiting every country in the world with first-time visits to places like Armenia, Azerbaijan and Paraguay.

I am just beginning to make plans for various exploratory trips and client tours for 2024, and you can rest assured you’ll hear about all of them right here on the Expat Money Show. See you all next Wednesday!

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260: Zen and the Art of Individual Sovereignty – Laurence Easeman

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest is Laurence Easeman, a filmmaker and host of the “Eyes Wide Open” podcast. His mission is to empower others to know their rights, break free from the system, and recognize the importance of personal autonomy and agency.

He spends his time between the UK and Portugal, where he is pursuing residency.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH LAURENCE EASEMAN

Listen as Laurence recounts his fateful trip up a mountain that changed his life and led to him pivoting away from filmmaking into becoming a full-time advocate for personal sovereignty.
Hear how the onset of the COVID regime shut down Laurence’s business in the UK and triggered him back into full-time activism and his current efforts on the “Eyes Wide Open” podcast.
We discuss the concept of activism – how it can make you a “moving target” like Laurence and why I do not consider myself an activist.
Find out why Laurence has embarked on his own expat journey and is currently pursuing residency in Portugal.
Listen in to hear how Portugal got put on the “red list” by the UK, banning its citizens from travelling there for not initially fully going along with the COVID narrative.
Hear Laurence break down how the powers that be utilize their illusion of authority to manufacture consent for tyrannical measures.
Laurence and I talk about the dark side of technology and why we both find value in places that are somewhat “backward in time” with their technological systems.
We discuss the absolute flood of Canadians fleeing during the last few years of the Trudeau regime, reflected in the fact that Canadians are now taking up the majority of my private clients.
Lastly, Laurence and I share in our passion for using homeschooling as a strategy to shield our children from psyops while depriving the state of its essential workers.

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HOW TO FIND LAURENCE EASEMAN’S WORK

LaurenceEaseman.com

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CONCLUSION

I had a blast speaking to a kindred spirit in Laurence Easeman, who shares my passion for individual liberty and personal responsibility. It’s no wonder he is climbing so quickly in the podcast world, as his insights and understanding of the systems of control in place – and, more importantly, how to deal with them – are second to none.

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252: Spit In The Eye Of The Globalists – Tom Luongo

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Tom Luongo is a former research chemist turned geopolitical and market analyst. He is the publisher of the Gold, Goats ‘N Guns newsletter, as well as the host of the podcast by the same name.

This was an absolute blast of a conversation covering various freedom-related topics, and I know you’ll love it.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH TOM LUONGO

Hear Tom detail how he completely reinvented his career by pursuing his interest in economics and geopolitics, going from chemist to renowned geopolitical analyst.
Learn why Tom believes in delivering the unvarnished truth to build an audience organically.
Tom explains why it’s important to understand your own limitations as a content creator – and why your audience will always forgive you if you’re honest.
Hear Tom address how he “navigates the freedom question” in regard to platform censorship and self-censorship.
Tom and I have a great back-and-forth discussion about the importance of narrowing your focus towards practical steps to protect yourselves instead of doom-scrolling all day.
Find out why Tom and I both turn off or remove our phones from the room when private conversations delve into certain topics.
Discover why Tom believes we are the “bottom of the dark age” and why the idea of the Great Reset will “end up in a museum.”
Find out what Tom foresees as the future of the United States. Will the U.S. break up? And on whose terms?
Learn what Tom thinks of Elon Musk. Is he on “our side?” Or is he just another plant by the global elite?

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HOW TO FIND TOM LUONGO’S WORK

Gold, Goats N’ Guns: https://tomluongo.me/

Twitter: @TWL1728

CONCLUSION

What an absolute blast it was talking to Tom! We got sidetracked from my initial topic idea and ended up going in many different directions, and I was thrilled with how it turned out. The topics we touched on in this conversation are of utmost importance, especially to those in the expat community who are tuned in to what is happening worldwide. If you weren’t already, you’ve got to follow Tom Luongo for his take on geopolitics.

See you next Wednesday!

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250: Celebrating Success: Key Takeaways from Expat Money’s Finest Discussions

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

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!

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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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248: How To Build A Parallel System And Just Leave – Parallel Mike

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Parallel Mike is an organic farmer, investor and host of the Parallel Systems Broadcast.

Having spent most of his adult life in Britain while working as a counsellor and competing as an endurance athlete, Mike and his wife emigrated to Poland to focus on living a more self-sufficient and decentralized life.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH PARALLEL MIKE

Discover how “Parallel Mike” was born. What caused Mike to go from pursuing professional sports to becoming a full-time organic farmer focused on self-sufficiency?
Hear Mike describe how the COVID lockdowns prevented his initial move to Poland and what Poland was like when they finally did arrive later that year.
Listen as Mike and I discuss the difference between the enforcement of COVID rules “by the numbers” and the reality on the ground.
Mike lays out why he doesn’t believe massive systemic change will come from within the system itself but rather when the system finally breaks on its own.
Mike and I agree on the better strategy for individuals – to build your own systems and find higher ground to fight from.
Hear Mike explain his outlook for the “dark days ahead” regarding hyperinflation and global debt liquidation.
Listen to Mike detail why he became part of a small Polish settlement rather than living in an expat community.
Mike breaks down some of the practical steps he has taken to further increase his independence from the system. Every single member of the Expat Money community can learn from this!
Hear Mike and I agree that at this stage, focusing on wealth preservation is the key to financial preservation through what’s to come.
We delve into the looming threat of capital controls and why it’s so important to have the means to protect your wealth from government confiscation and seizure.

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HOW TO FIND PARALLEL MIKE

Website: https://parallelmike.com/

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CONCLUSION

It was great speaking to Mike, someone who views the world very much like I do. As I often discuss, I believe in taking action to preserve your wealth and increase your liberty. Mike is the perfect example of someone who sees the problems around him and takes action to put himself in a better position. Mike’s optimism is infectious, and it’s the same attitude I hope to inspire in my own listeners right here every week.

See you all next Wednesday on the podcast!

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240: Ahead Of The Curve: Sam Rivello’s Early Adventures In Digital Nomadism

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest is Sam Rivello, who left his home in Los Angeles, California in 2010 as a ‘life experiment’ to combine work and travel to see the world. Since then, he has spent “1 minute or more” in 81 countries, with an average time of 58 days per country. Over the past 12 months, he has travelled extensively throughout Africa and plans to spend at least another 12 months seeing what this amazing continent has to offer. Sam and I have a lot in common, and this discussion is chock full of nuggets of wisdom on every step of the expat journey. Enjoy!

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH SAM RIVELLO

Listen in to hear Sam recount how he decided to try the “life experiment” of working while travelling “for two years” – which is still going strong thirteen years later! Wow!
Sam reflects on what it was like becoming a “digital nomad” before the term was popularized – and the infrastructure challenges that came along with it.
We discuss the importance of setting personal boundaries when it comes to technology and the constant challenge of drawing a hard line between work and personal time.
Sam explains how he made the professional choice to take more long-term ownership and responsibility for his own lifestyle as a full-time expat, to ensure balance in all areas of life.
Listen as Sam breaks down the challenge of expats and those leading a digital lifestyle to break a lot of their old mindsets in order to make the lifestyle sustainable for them.
We discuss the concept of “nomad burnout” as Sam explains what led to his decision to live for an extended period of time as an expat in Scandinavia.
Sam details how the Danes have a very different concept of what entails “friendship” and the difficulty of breaking into pre-established friend groups there in Denmark.
We dig into our shared view that the expat lifestyle is a fantastic vehicle for learning, which makes it perfect for those with a passion for learning as Sam and I both hold.
We then discuss some of the reasons that many live vicariously through other expats instead of pulling the trigger and giving it a shot themselves. I’ve heard a ton of these before!
Sam lays out some of the top reasons that some expats end up burning out from the lifestyle. Be sure to listen in for his advice on how to make sure this doesn’t happen to you!
Listen to Sam’s insights on the key to learning a new language. Hint: there are no shortcuts!

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Digital Nomad Visas

CONCLUSION

Sam and I have a lot in common when it comes to our passion for travel as a challenge to learn and grow from. It was an absolute pleasure to learn from his efforts and struggles as an expat, and this discussion is a great example of the value of becoming an expat and what it can bring to your life.

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239: Safeguarding Wealth Beyond Borders: My Offshore Journey

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Often I get asked by subscribers and clients, “Hey Mikkel, What Are You Doing?”

So I thought it would be helpful to record a quick episode on what I am doing with my own money to protect myself and my family from the financial armageddon that is on the horizon.

This episode should give you a bit of insight into the way my brain works and what I think is important for us to defend ourselves.

I don’t expect my opinions to be popular, but at least I am honest.

Enjoy,

Mikkel

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238: Inside the Dragon’s Strategy: John Perkins on China’s Global Impact

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

John Perkins is the author of the legendary book Confessions of an Economic Hitman, which first appeared on the show in Episode 71.

He has now published an updated version of the book titled Confessions of an Economic Hit Man, 3rd Edition – China’s EHM Strategy; Ways to Stop the Global Takeover, featuring 12 new chapters breaking down how China has essentially become the world’s “economic hitman.”

Longtime listeners will surely recognize that John and I share some differing world views, and I certainly do not endorse his beliefs on things like white supremacy, climate change, vegetarianism and feminism, to name a few. Nonetheless, his experience and insights are incredibly valuable, and you will certainly learn a ton from this conversation.

TODAY’S CONVERSATION WITH JOHN PERKINS:

Listen in to hear John explain in detail what an “Economic Hitman” – or “EHM” strategy is from his own personal experience implementing it on behalf of first-world nations and banking elites and how he came to understand the dark side of what he was doing.
John details the predatory nature of the EHM strategy and the devastating effects it has had on third-world nations. You won’t believe the shocking statistics about the average age in Africa.
Hear John reveal the nefarious methods the EHM strategists use to manipulate statistics like GDP to display positive effects on the economy while the underlying reality paints a much bleaker picture for the citizens of the nations targeted by it.
Then we discuss the difference between honest entrepreneurship – the kind that I practice in my business – and “cronyism” or “predatory capitalism.”
John explains how China has shifted its own economic hitman strategy under President Xi Jinping over the last ten years and their nefarious motivations for doing so.
We dig into what John describes as the “death economy” – as the EHM competition between the leaders of China and the United States wreaks economic havoc across the globe.
John and I further discuss current global political issues and the different levels of attention conflicts in Ukraine and Yemen receive from the media and the general public.
John drives home how many individuals have embraced changes in the last three years and the need to change our perception of our current socio-economic and governmental systems.
We discuss the very different perceptions of “success” in Latin America and how things like spending time with family and friends often take higher priority than the gain of material goods in that region.
Lastly, we discuss China’s increasingly interwoven relationship with Latin America and the impacts, both positive and negative, on the region.

RELATED EPISODES

145: Building A NonProfit In The Slums Of Uganda – Jennings Wright

071: John Perkins – Confessions of an Economic Hitman – Yesterday and Today!

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

HOW TO REACH JOHN PERKINS

https://johnperkins.org

CONCLUSION

I hope you enjoyed my conversation with John Perkins as much as I did. While we have very different worldviews, and I certainly don’t endorse all of his beliefs, John is an absolute hero for the work he has done exposing the nature of our corrupt global systems of banking and government.

When it comes to the nature of our global systems, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better expert than John Perkins. I know you’ll get great value from this conversation!

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236: Debunking Expat Myths: Mikkel Thorup Sets the Record Straight on The Tom Woods Show

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000

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.

RELATED EPISODES

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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235: Panama’s Offshore Scene: A Deep Dive into Global Strategies

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Today I am going to recap the last incredible week in Panama, beginning with a hugely informative conference for private clients and culminating in my 40th birthday party.

The last week has been unbelievable. Clients flew in from every corner of the world, literally from everywhere.

I am still decompressing from a busy and eventful week, but I wanted to first stop and take the time to record this episode for you and update you all on some other goings on here at Expat Money while everything is fresh on my mind.

PANAMA CONFERENCE AND BIRTHDAY PARTY RECAP

I recap the start of the week with the investor’s conference I put on in Panama with private clients from diverse places like Germany, Thailand and New Zealand attending.
I explain the difference between my “private” clients and my “regular” clients and how you can become one!
This week highlights why I like to get to know my prospective clients personally before I take them on – because I spend a LOT of time with them!
The type of information provided at this conference would literally take months or even years of research to acquire on your own – offshore investing and residency is definitely not a ‘DIY’ type of thing.
Meanwhile, we also formally launched The Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico, which has already launched to #1 in the “libertarianism” category on Amazon!
I also provide a preview of the upcoming trips I am planning in the next year for private clients. If these sounds interesting to you, read this important letter and consider if becoming a private is a good fit for you.
Finally, I reflect on my 40th birthday party that was made so special by the 150 + attendees who travelled from places like Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland, the UK, Brazil, Colombia, Canada, USA, etc. – all culminating in an amazing fireworks display!
Ultimately, these events are about building a community and realizing that we aren’t the crazy ones out there. We in the Expat Money community are building a better and brighter future for ourselves while much of the world goes mad.

RELATED EPISODES

234: The Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico Is Here

208: From USA To Panama an Expat Story – Angela

207: From Arizona to Panama An Expat Story – Keith & Yvette

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CONCLUSION

I hope you enjoyed today’s episode in which I’ve provided just a small glimpse into the type of conferences, tours and celebrations I put together for my friends and clients in the Expat Money community.

I want to once again thank everyone who joined us in Panama and came out to celebrate my birthday.

And as I said earlier, and it really is worth repeating; this party is not about me…

It’s about you.

We are not just some online group or a podcast, no. We are a real-life community of people who understand what is going on in the world and will actually do something about it.

Our plan is to do many more private events this year for clients, so I hope this episode will serve as a great preview of what’s to come should you decide to become one. Enjoy!

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

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Today I want to talk with you about expat life with your family. Travelling with your family, moving overseas with your family; what is the good, the bad, and maybe some tips and tricks for how it all fits together.

I’ve got a lot of experience travelling with my family so I believe you’ll get some really great insights in this episode if you are thinking about moving overseas with your family.

A FEW THINGS I DISCUSS…

How you can bring your family closer together and have the absolute best time of your life.
Why making friends with other expats from around the world will change your life for the better.
Concerned about safety? I talk a lot about different countries and the safety aspect, this is an important topic.
I’m going to let you in on some huge tips and tricks to combat questions on the standard of living and how to enjoy your new country to the fullest.
Top 5 reasons why you should take the leap and move overseas, and what can happen if you never do.
Listen in as I share my experiences with schooling my kids, and what my life looks like now after 22 years of travelling the world.
The #1 tactic used by most polyglots to really learn and comprehend a new language and help your family to become fluent easier and faster than you ever thought possible.
The single most important piece of advice I can give for living overseas and enjoying your new life with your family.

PODCAST EPISODE YOU WILL ENJOY

169: Best of Foreign Languages

163: Expat International School

160: Expat Life Secrets Across The Globe – Mikkel Thorup

HOW TO REACH ME

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CONCLUSION

I really enjoy doing these solo episodes. After 22 years of continuous travel and living abroad, I’ve got so much information to share with my listeners. If you’ve thought about becoming an expat, listen to this episode; it will answer many questions for you.

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173: Escaping The Matrix – Mikkel Thorup on About Abroad

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 02 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Today you will hear my recent interview with my friend Chase Warrington on his podcast called About Abroad. I really loved this episode because we talked about some important things, like travel, mindset, taxes, citizenship, 2nd residencies, my school, and so many other things.

Back in 2021, Chase Warrington was on my podcast, episode 157, so if you enjoy our conversation today, go and check out the episode I did with him.

HERE’S WHAT CHASE AND I TALKED ABOUT IN DETAIL:

Why there is not just one way to do things, and why it’s so important to find what’s good for you, find your peeps, your tribe and when you do, how it can change your life!
Listen in when I talk about the very best thing I have ever done in my life, what that is and how you can be a part of it.
I talk with Chase Warrington about how I started travelling over 20 years ago and why it became part of my life, the reasons why I can do what I do in this crazy world.
The most important lessons I learned from spending time in a government-run school and what made me so passionate about starting my own international school based on totally different concepts and ideas.
Listen in as I talk about my superpower! Why I am able to do the things I do and why I’ve accomplished so much in my life. You can have this too!
The benefits of having an international family. What does that look like in 2022 and what will life look like in 20 years for my children?
Why it’s so important for your children to speak multiple languages and how that is even possible for a 5-year-old child to speak English, Spanish and Mandarin fluently with German on the way, that has never stepped foot in a school.
The 3 most important ways to recreate the social aspect of a child’s life who attends school in a virtual world.
How and why I became a freedom fighter and how I help my clients legally reduce their tax bill, using creative strategies and the benefits it has for their net worth and their investments.
Chase and I talk about how our entire life is based on experiences, what those experiences have been and if you haven’t had great ones yet, why travelling the world can change your life forever!
For those of you listening today to my interview on Chase Warrington’s podcast or any of my episodes with any of my guests, and you’ve heard the story of my childhood and how horrible my education was, you may wonder – why am I so confident? Where does his confidence come from… listen to this episode, we talk in detail about how and why this happened, especially at such a young age when things could have gone so horribly wrong.
My best tips after working with private clients for years on educating children and the best ways to deal with living overseas.
What you can do to escape the matrix this year
Chase and I discuss my business, Expat Money, the type of client I work with and how I help these clients every day and how you can work with me too.

PODCAST EPISODES YOU WILL ENJOY

163: Expat International School – With Mikkel Thorup

157: Working Remote From Spain – Chase Warrington

115: The Solution To Educating Your Children Abroad – Michael Strong

How To Reach Us:

ExpatSchool.io

ExpatSchool.io/schedule-a-call

Conclusion

There is just a ton of really great information in this podcast. Things I do talk about but not in as much detail, and Chase asked me some very interesting questions about escaping the matrix so I had to really think about my life and how I got to where I am today. I’m really proud of my story and am glad I can use it to help and inspire others, too.

If you are an expat or an expat hopeful, you will get a ton of value from this episode. I know you’ll enjoy listening too.

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170: Investing in Liberty: Marc Clair’s Exploration of Mexican Opportunities

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest is my very good friend Marc Clair, the co-founder, host and producer of the ‘Lions of Liberty’ podcast. Over the last eight years, Lions of Liberty has become a leading platform for libertarian voices in the alternative media.

I have had the pleasure of joining him on his podcast multiple times and have even been able to assist him in his own expat journey overseas.

On today’s podcast, Marc and I discuss his expat journey leaving Los Angeles where he had lived for more than a decade to now living in Mexico City. We discuss the struggles and craziness of dealing with the Mexican government to get residency and in the USA to get a green card for his wife and stepson.

Here’s What We Discussed:

First off, what is a libertarian? What does it mean to be a libertarian? Do we all think the same, do we have the same ideas…do we wave around a libertarian flag?
How neither Marc nor I became overnight libertarians. It became our ideals, our way of life and what brought us to this point in our lives. I think you will love this conversation.
Expat living is a vehicle towards freedom and liberty. Are you leaning towards leaving your home country? Wondering what all the hype is about. Marc and I discuss the real struggles of leaving your home and all the things you take for granted.
We talk about the little things that drive us crazy about living in Panama and Mexico and the old adage of ‘mañana‘. If you’re American or Canadian, you’ll feel our pain.
Marc talks about the nightmare of dealing with immigration in the USA and the time it has taken to complete the paperwork.
And in the end, has it been worth it? All these extra steps, and time spent…has it been worth it? Being an expat, leaving your family behind? Going for a green card? Immigration?
I talk a lot about being a libertarian and a lot of my guests are libertarians. If you are interested in the philosophy and really resonate with what we talk about, then this episode will speak to you.

PODCAST EPISODES YOU WILL ENJOY

165: Digital Nomad Life In The Middle East, Balkans, and the Caucasus During The Pandemic – Alex Bales

157: Working Remote From Spain – Chase Warrington

151: Helping Spouses Cope With Expat Life – Linda Mueller

BEST WAY TO REACH MARC CLAIR

What a giant Marc has been in the liberty podcasting world. His numbers really do speak for themselves.

LionsOfLiberty.com

Non-political realm – comic book nerds visit Marc at SecondPrintComics.com

CONCLUSION:

I have been waiting for 3 years to have Marc on my show. I’ve had the pleasure of being a guest on the Lions of Liberty Podcast a few times now, so it was fun to get to chat with him about his expat journey.

Here are some of my episodes on the Lions of Liberty podcast:

Unplug Your Kids from the Matrix

Can You Achieve Liberty by Becoming an Expat?

Life and Liberty as an Expat

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160: Expat Life Secrets Across The Globe – Mikkel Thorup

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Recently I was interviewed by Allen Koski and Andrew Jernigan about the expat world, there is a lot of important things in this interview that I really wanted to share this episode with you, my listeners.

HERE’S WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN DETAIL IN THIS INTERVIEW:

Why my backstory is so important and why I am who I am.
How life as a backpacker 20 years ago, was immensely different from today’s digital nomad and what can be learned from living those life lessons.
Advice to those who are frustrated who want to pay less taxes and have the freedom they were always promised.
The 4 different ways to get citizenship, which one will suit you best and why your life could depend on it!
What happens if you don’t have the legal right to work and live in a country?
How to make and move your money around the world.
Five critical advantages of living and working in a country that you have residency or citizenship in, aside from your country of origin.
Who benefits most from having a 2nd document in today’s crazy world?
If you’re from a high-risk country, with a crappy passport, learn how you can change your life forever!
Why Panama is still the very best country in the world to gain a 2nd residency.

PODCAST EPISODES YOU WILL ENJOY

150: Six Months In Florianópolis, Brazil – Complete Update – Mikkel Thorup

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

115: The Solution To Educating Your Children Abroad – Michael Strong

HOW TO REACH

Expat Money Show

Expat Secrets: How To Pay Zero Taxes, Live Overseas & Make Giant Piles of Money

CONCLUSION:

I love getting interviewed on other people’s podcasts. I really enjoy telling my story so that my message can inspire more and more people. Helping people with their plan B, saving on taxes (or eliminating them), and moving overseas is just a great way to live. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode.

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157: Working Remote From Spain – Chase Warrington

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest is Chase Warrington, an American expat currently living in Spain with his wife, Allison, and their dog, Koda. (I am told that Koda has a passport, too.) He’s the Head of Remote at Doist, a leading remote-first company, and a contributor to some of the top remote-work outlets, such as Remote-how, repeople, Future of Work, and others.

After calling half a dozen countries “home,” Chase is passionate about making location independence the new norm and helping others experience a life beyond borders.

HERE’S WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN DETAIL IN THIS INTERVIEW:

Advice to the would-be digital nomad. What 2022 will look like?
Do you wonder who is suited for being a digital nomad?
Absolute best 3 tips for remote workers to get hired immediately!
Swap stories of world travelling, what made them pack up everything and move to a new country, what drove them to see new lands, meet new people.
Are your parents and friends still bugging you to settle down, have kids, white picket fence? Listen in to hear how Chase deals with it.
Or about ‘being lucky’!! When people say, you’re lucky to get to travel and see new places and eat new food and make new friends…I wish I could do that! Does that make you mad?
Chase talks about the sacrifices he made early on… loss of perks, low pay just to be location independent, and how now, those same things aren’t perks, people are demanding them.
Imagine this; surrounded by 3 oceans, the Pyrenees mountains, sunshine, amazing food and about 25% English speakers…heaven! Chase tells us where this is and how you can live there too!

PODCAST EPISODES YOU WILL ENJOY

149: How To Work Online So You Can Live On The Beach – Marisa Meddin

133: How to Find Cheap Flights To See The World On A Budget – Jen Ruiz

132: The Future Of Remote Work And Digital Nomadism – Kari DePhillips

HOW TO REACH CHASE WARRINGTON

Twitter: @dcwarrington

Instagram: @dcwarrington

blog.Doist.com

aboutabroad.com

CONCLUSION:

Fun conversation with Chase. I love swapping stories with fellow world travellers. Life is different today than when I started travelling 21 years ago. I backpacked, slept on people’s couches, and learned the local language because it just made sense. Now, everything is online and digital. What an amazing world we live in!

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150: Half a Year Living in Florianopolis, Brazil – Complete Update – Mikkel Thorup

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest on the Expat Money Show is me, Mikkel Thorup 🙂 Over the past 5 years, I’ve tried my best to do the milestone episodes for the podcast. Episode #50, #100 and now we are celebrating episode #150.

I’m so excited to be here, statistics say that something like 80% of new podcasts don’t make it past episode 7, and honestly, we’ve never been stronger. More and more people are listening to our show and recently we started a new YouTube channel and we have a Facebook group called Expat Money Forum. Each day we get new subscribers and listeners and I’m thrilled to be able to help so many people.

HERE’S WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN DETAIL IN THIS INTERVIEW:

Big changes to the Friendly Nations Visa in Panama and why it’s important to listen to the professionals when it comes to immigration processes.
What’s next for Panama? Is it still a great place to buy real estate? and is living tax-free at the top of living a free life!
Brazil: freedom, food and safety. Why living in one of the safest areas of Brazil has been one of the most interesting times as a family!
Did we mention Food; Churrasco… Mikkel talks about having an indoor BBQ in his home and enjoying some of the best meat ever, being one of the highlights of living in Brazil.
Listen in as Mikkel talks about buying real estate in one of the most beautiful places in Brazil and having the ability to walk out your back door to some of the best beaches in the world.
Cost of living in Brazil, you will be pleasantly surprised!
Children, how quickly they adapt to the language, food and surroundings and why you shouldn’t fear their ability to make these changes.
The truth about government-run schools, the damage that can be done by forcing your children to attend and how a new expat international school based on Socratic ideas can change your children’s lives forever.
Heading home to Panama and the work that lays ahead of us, and how excited we are to be going home!

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CONCLUSION

What an amazing 5 years in this business. Honestly, I never would have guessed the impact Expat Money Show would have on so many people around the world. Every day someone reaches out to me for assistance. It’s been a very rewarding experience, for sure. And I want to thank every single one of you for trusting me and believing in the work we do here.

I’m looking forward to the next 5 years. With our FB group growing and our YouTube channel as a hit, I know we’ll be here for many years to come.

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135: The Art of Living as a Perpetual Traveller – Sergio Von Facchin

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest on the Expat Money Show is Sergio Von Facchin, a Global Citizen, Perpetual Traveler, founder of GoodbyeMatrix, and an internationalization Strategist.

He teaches his clients the best options for business structuring and to optimize an international life. He focuses on legal strategies for tax optimization, how you can quickly grow a fortune, and how to live a free life while doing it.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

Step by step instructions on how to live as a digital nomad, grow your fortune, and live life freely
Exactly what it takes to opt-out of your country especially during these horrific times with Covid and mass lockdowns
The single best countries you can stay as a perpetual tourist and what countries you can apply for residency in?
The absolute best 3 residency visas during Covid
The one feature that will have you begging to get residency in Panama
The 5 critical strategies for becoming a digital nomad and living an amazing life
The great secret of where people are going and why they are drawn to these countries
Why it’s essentially important to do things legally and in a structured way, not cutting corners.
Worried about safety? Listen in as Sergio and Mikkel discuss which countries are the safest and what countries are no doubt unsafe
A sneak peek into getting CNN to do your marketing for you
A common myth about Mexico…is it really that great of a country to live in?
Step by step answers to why working with an expert like Mikkel or Sergio is so beneficial and why going it alone can be the worst mistake you could make.
And most importantly, countries that you just don’t want to visit or live in right now (you will be so surprised!)

RELATED PODCAST EPISODES

HOW TO FIND SERGIO VON FACCHIN’S WORK

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CONCLUSION

I always enjoy chatting with like-minded entrepreneurs who are living the life they love and are able to do what they love for a living. Teaching others how to be self-reliant, leave their country of birth and grow their wealth.

I would really appreciate it if you would share this podcast with a friend or family member, join our newsletter at ExpatMoneyShow.com and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Join our FB group, Expat Money Forum and let me know your thoughts.

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130: Navigating Travel to Costa Rica Amid the Pandemic – Mikkel Thorup

Mikkel Thorup — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest on The Expat Money Show is Mikkel Thorup. Many of us want to get back to travelling, and seeing the world, but with Covid and tests and vaccines, no one is really sure about where to go and how to get there.

In this episode, Mikkel discusses Costa Rica During The Pandemic. What was required to leave Panama and enter Costa Rica and how his 3-week trip went.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

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In planning their big trip to Brazil, his trip to Costa Rica had to come first, why?
What were the airports like during covid?
Do you need to do tests entering or exiting the countries?
How immigration and security were handled leaving Panama
What was it like going through immigration in Costa Rica
Documents required when travelling with a child in Latin America (important)
Travel Insurance and Health Pass to enter Costa Rica
What does San Jose look like during Covid? Were masks worn? Lockdowns? Mandates?
Visiting the Brazilian embassy in Costa Rica for visas
Two weeks in a beautiful ocean resort and all the amazing adventures Mikkel went on
Meeting friends and making their way to one of the most beautiful resorts on the coast of Costa Rica – Hotel Three-sixty
Hiring a private yacht – swimming with dolphins, whale watching, turtles, hiking, bird watching, large mammals
Costa Rica is open, don’t be afraid to travel!
Share this episode with a friend, we’re on a mission to share this with the world, go out there and live your life.
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CONCLUSION

In this episode, I am open and honest about what our trip was like to Costa Rica to get ready for our big trip to Brazil. Please make sure to tune in next week when I tell you all about travelling to Brazil during the pandemic, I promise to not disappoint!

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

Mikkel Thorup — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest on the Expat Money Show is, well Mikkel Thorup. Who better to talk about the Expat life and How to Move to Panama, than someone who has lived and worked in 9 countries over the last 21 years, and who moved his family 2 years ago to Panama? In today’s episode, Mikkel will talk about all of the things you might be thinking of when trying to decide if Panama is the right choice for you.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

Mikkel’s story about moving to Panama
Why did he move here?
Facts about the country
Cost of living in Panama
Standard of living
Medical facilities
International Insurance
Tax
“Free Trade Zones” In Panama
Banking and Financial sector
Residency
Lockdowns
Mikkel’s opinion of Panama
Popular places to live
Learning Spanish
and more!

HOW TO FIND MIKKEL’S WORK

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CONCLUSION

If you are looking for a backup residency, Panama is a good option because it is affordable and you only need to visit the country one day every two years. It’s a tropical country, with warm weather all year round. Taxes are almost nonexistent, no standing military, lots of expats, lots of freedom (outside of covid), a high standard of living, and a cosmopolitan lifestyle. These are just some of the reasons Panama might be a good option for you, listen in to the episode for everything you will need to know to make it a reality.

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105: Offshore Banking: Essential Insights You Need to Know – Luigi Wewege

Mikkel Thorup — Thu, 05 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest on the Expat Money Show is Luigi Wewege, Senior Vice President and Head of Private Banking at Caye International Bank, headquartered on the beautiful island of Ambergris Caye in Belize. He is also the published author of The Digital Banking Revolution.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

What is an Offshore Bank?
Why don’t people use their local bank?
Reasons why offshore banks would help
What if you have a 9-5 job as an expat in a new country?
Asset Protection – how it would help
Zero tax jurisdiction
Jurisdictions that are famous
De-risking and what it is
What is FATCA & CRS
KYC and Money Laundering
Accounts with multiple currencies
Who can apply
Luigi’s book: The Digital Banking Revolution
And so much more….

Here are 5 really important things you will learn from this conversation:

Take your application seriously. This is not like your local banks. Work with a 3rd party that has a reputation with the bank.
Offshore banking has different price points than domestic banks
Offshore costs more
International business & Asset protection and diversification
Take your jurisdiction seriously, they are not all the same

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CONCLUSION

Great conversation with my good friend Luigi Wewege. As I mentioned at the beginning of the interview, we met almost 3 years ago in Dubai and became fast friends. He’s one of the reasons I moved my family to Panama, all the great things he talked about living here. This is a really great video interview with him about all things Offshore.

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100: Celebrating Episode 100: A Massive Life Update and Listener Q&A – Mikkel Thorup

Mikkel Thorup — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 23:15:00 +0000

Mikkel Thorup interviews Mikkel Thorup! 100 recorded episodes over the last 3 years. Mikkel discusses the changes that he made with his family, how he accomplished them, and why. A great episode to listen to if you find yourself wanting desperately to become a digital nomad or move with your family to another country. What a thrill to be a part of The Expat Money Show with Mikkel Thorup.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

Taking over Escape Artist
Moving the podcast back to weekly, every Friday morning there will be a new episode waiting for you in your favourite podcasting app!
Moving from the UAE to Panama…arriving in Panama
Shipping container travesty
EA’s new bookstore
Offshore Escape Summit – June 2020
Insiders Magazine
Interviewed every week on different podcasts
COVID timeline
Called the start of gold, now calling another bull market in Bitcoin
Ideas for the show going forward:
Being Jason Bourne
Most Interesting Man in the room, Indian Jones
Country specific
Hit me up on Twitter – @thorupmikkel
Answering many of the questions from our readers especially for Episode 100

HOW TO FIND MIKKEL THORUP’S WORK

Reach out to Mikkel on Twitter @thorupmikkel
Brand new Expat Facebook Group, Expat Money Forum, please go HERE

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CONCLUSION

What an amazing year I’ve had. Leaving the UAE and arriving in Panama 15 months ago. Taking over the Escape Artist brand has been so exciting and rewarding. If you’re all about freedom and personal responsibility, you’ll love episode #100.

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079: A Year in Review: Insights and Reflections – Mikkel Thorup

Mikkel Thorup — Sat, 25 May 2019 01:34:00 +0000

Mikkel Thorup, host of the Expat Money Show interviews himself. Truly it is nice to hear what’s been going on in the life of an expat living in the Middle East. The changes over the past 6 months, and what’s ahead for the next 6 months.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

79 Weeks of Broadcasting: Weekly podcast every Friday, personal and growth-intensive experience, cross-pollination of audiences.
Past Guests: Cooperation over competition with notable guests like Doug Casey, Richard Maybury, and John Perkins. Emphasis on lifelong lessons and building friendships.
EMS Pulse Daily Newsletter: Daily newsletter for 300 days straight, offers “15 Global Strategies to Protect Your Wealth” as a bonus, commitment to consistency and reliability.
Thailand: Initial choice for relocation, benefits and pitfalls discussed.
Malaysia and Korea: Considered but ultimately not chosen, Korea’s potential eased by wife’s language skills.
Philippines or China: Considered as relocation options.
Colombia or Argentina: Western relocation options considered.
Panama: Final choice, benefits include ‘Friendly Nations Visa’ for easy immigration and residency, Mikkel can sponsor his Chinese wife, five-year path to citizenship and a new passport.

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CONCLUSION

It is always fun to tell my story. My story of the Expat Money Show and how I came to work with Escape Artist. I can’t wait for episode 100, by then my family and I will be settled in Panama and my podcast will have grown exponentially.

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077: Exploring Real Estate Investment Opportunities in the Caribbean and Latin America – Rachel Jensen

Mikkel Thorup — Fri, 10 May 2019 20:55:00 +0000

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.

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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071: Revisiting the Confessions of an Economic Hitman: Yesterday and Today – John Perkins

Mikkel Thorup — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 16:09:00 +0000

John Perkins was an Economic Hitman. After finishing Business School, he wanted to join the Peace Corp. Around the same time, he had a job interview with the NSA. Their assessment of him was that he would make the perfect Economic Hitman and they encouraged him to join the Peace Corp.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

The story behind the story
Iran Regime Change – the origin
Jamie Raldos – Ecuador president assassinated
Omar Torrijos – Panama president assassinated
Iraq – Saddam Hussein
3 stages – economic hitman – jackals – military
Corporatocracy

HOW TO FIND JOHN’S WORK

John Perkins is a founder and board member of Dream Change and The Pachamama Alliance, non-profit organizations devoted to establishing a world that future generations will want to inherit.

www.JohnPerkins.org
Sign up for John’s monthly newsletter. It’s free and he’ll keep you up-to-date with what’s going on in the world.
You can also find John Perkins on Twitter and Facebook

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CONCLUSION

This was truly a fascinating episode with John Perkins. Ultimately, after I read his book ‘Confessions of an Economic Hitman‘ I knew I wanted him as a guest on our show. Let me tell you, John was a hard man to pin down, due to the fact that he travels the world speaking to audiences about his experiences in the 1970s and to help people around the globe become more conscientious about the future of our planet. He now lectures about changes we all need to make for the survival of our planet. Please don’t miss this amazing chat with John Perkins.

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064: Worldwide Havens: Best Retirement Locations Abroad – Kathleen Peddicord

Mikkel Thorup — Fri, 08 Feb 2019 13:00:00 +0000

Today’s interview is with Kathleen Peddicord, founding Publisher of Live and Invest Overseas. After more than 30 years in the business, she is considered the world’s foremost authority on the best places to retire overseas.

WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:

Top Places to Retire or Live in 2019
Live and Invest Overseas
Best Cities to Retire 2019 Criteria
Best Places to Retire Overseas

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CONCLUSION

This was a really fun episode with Kathleen Peddicord. I was so intrigued by her list of 10 Best Places to Retire Overseas that I want to now go and visit them. You’ll hear on this episode the cities and countries I’m familiar with and the ones I’m not!

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