As a single middle aged woman You give me so much inspiration to live a better life,put back into a community that you loved in Australia and participate in your new community! People who see the negative in this story are ones who don’t understand how small businesses works How much small business puts into the tax system in Australia I hope more retirees watch this as it is a wonderful story of how to retire with dignity and respect
@@TheMightyAbs so you're born in Australia live and work you're whole life in Australia, pay taxes and contribute to the community and economy but when you retire you shouldn't be entitled to a pension unless you agree to be shackled for the rest of your life to that country? What a crock of shite! That sounds like slavery to me why would anyone want to waste their lives working in a country that would keep them captive in their old age. Deciding to immigrate to another country in retirement doesn't negate the years of taxes that person paid throughout their working life or their right to a hard earned pension.
@@TheMightyAbsYou seem to be spending way too much time on this Is it because you’re comment didn’t get pinned by 7news Australia 🇦🇺 We live in a democratic country (lucky for us) Every person has the right to spend their money how they see fit Regardless of who pays them including welfare recipients When it comes to supporting business,Most businesses target demographic is not people on any forms of welfare payments because it’s challenging for people on low incomes to afford the goods and services they provide It’s a fact ! Self funded retirees have worked very hard to have what they have,so they can still be able to live in Australia No one wants to leave their home that they were born in I know this most of my family including myself are migrants Norah should be commended on making her dollar go further She is not a burden on the health system or housing Which would cost more to the Australian taxpayer
@@TheMightyAbs Don't forget all the tax she would have paid as a small business owner. Also she probably never claimed any form of Centrelink benefit. I think she probably earned that right.
@@TheMightyAbs I've seen your other comments - it really sounds as if you are just bitter, resentful and jealous, hence your vast generalisations. She worked all her life, paid into the system, and now enjoys a modest pension. Can't you handle other people's happiness?
@@CarlosPerez-zf1uy NOT TRUE. She takes nothing from the country Payed for her house. Probably paid cash for her transport. Groceries. Has housekeeper [wage] Goes out to Cafe's And Restaurants. Pays for her medical needs. {cash]She contributes a lot
I’m a 72 yo woman just returned from a holiday in Spain and i can confirm everything this woman says. The cost of living is super cheap in Spain and the standard of living is good. I have family here in Australia and would never live anywhere else, but if my circumstances were different, Spain is where I’d go. Great program, thank you for doing this story.
I absolutely love your attitude. Also, your courage to move to a new place far far away from your home. I am 72 years old and I have moved 28 times with the US Navy and I just want to stay in one place. I think I found it but after listening to you perhaps I’m ready for an adventure. I’d love to come visit.😂
I need a way to draw up a plan to set up for retirement while still earning passive income to meet my day to day need and also get charged lesser taxes even while in a higher tax bracket. i want to invest around $250K savings.
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Nora you now live with such dignity. It is something many Australians are losing . The cost of living, violence and lack of morals is destroying Australia. I will be joining you with my Spanish speaking Mexican husband and son soon! We will be moving to stunning Andalucia in our late 50s ,which is just a few years away. You have done well Nora, bless you.
Unfortunately, it's not just Australia that has this problem. I live in the US and we have the same issues. I am looking to go back to Europe and found this information so helpful. Thank you Nora for your candid interview. Have a wonderful retirement ❤
I just want my money to keep growing faster than inflation. That’s why I’m looking for companies to invest my retirement savings of $250K I have sitting in the bank. I just don’t know the best strategies to use to make solid gains with steady cash flow.
You're right. A few neighbours and I in the Bel Air area work with an advisor who prefers that we dollar-cost average across different promising sectors rather than making a lump sum purchase. As a result, my portfolio grew by 40% last quarter.
What a lovely woman. I too have moved to my forever home in Europe. Slovenia. Tiny land. Peaceful. Respectful. Beautiful. Great lifestyle. Everything spoken about I know. Would never return to Australia. Left last year for my permanent adventure as I turned 70. Solo woman. I have Europe at my doorstep. Venice is two hours away. What's not to love about that. I wanted seasons and I have that. I'm so happy.
@eugeniebreida1583 English is broadly spoken and very well. Learning Slovenian depends on your circumstances. It's difficult. Slowly. I chose the capital to begin with. It's a small country so getting to places is quick and easy. What's your interest in here?
Retired Politicians in Australia live on a pension, starting at $200,000.00 whereas a retired citizens gets $26,000.00. This should be reassessed, it's madness.
At 54, my wife and I are worried about our future due to soaring gas and food prices. Our savings are dwindling, and we're struggling to get ahead. Sympathies to those retiring now, after 30 years of work, only to have the system erode their hard-earned savings.
I feel your pain, as a fellow retiree, I'd suggest you look into passive index fund investing and learn some more. For me, I had my share of ups and downs when I first started looking for a consistent passive income so I hired an expert advisor for aid, and following his advice, I poured 40k in value stocks and digital assets, Up to 200k so far and pretty sure I'm ready for whatever comes.
If you are not in the financial market space right now, you are making a huge mistake. I understand that it could be due to ignorance. let your money work for you
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appreciate the share , I looked up his full name online and found his page. I emailed and made an appointment to talk with him; hopefully, he gets back to me.
I have always had my mind in retiring in Spain! And im only 40 now. How divine! Its just a greater way of living in mediterranea🩷 Some people are so stuck in their minds thinking one cant live elsewhere the world is huge!! Live your life dear and enjoy☺️🩷
It is not so easy to get the residential visa these days. She moved there in2012. But I heard recently that what they used to refer to as "The Golden Visa" meaning you could come and go/stay as long as you please has now been stopped.
Hi as an Irish/Australia who has just been in Spain visiting my childhood Dublin friend who’s retired I can tell you it’s a great place not only from a money point of view but just as the Nora said they really respect and cherish older people which I love. I also spend time in Thailand over the years and it’s the same thing the way older people are look at. She was exactly right when she said in Australia / Most Western countries people are so busy chasing the mighty dollar they have no time for the elderly just stick they in a nursing home or a small bedsit and forget about them it’s very sad.
I must admit, being Australian/French, I always did find it very different in the Mediterranean countries how people care a lot more for, and show a lot more respect and loyalty for older people and older family members. I remember being 30 and going to a nightclub with a friend in Brisbane, and the people commenting: "wow, you're 30 and you're still clubbing, so cool! You don't even look 30!" haha. I had been living previously in NY and Europe, and I was blown away how some Aussies seem to think that having fun and going out is only for young people, and young = 20s. So basically anyone in any other decade of their life is supposed to stay away hidden at home for the rest of their life, haha. Not to mention that the abuse in aged care in Australia is RIFE. No respect for elders. Very sad state of the world.
What a lovely woman and inspiration to all. I live in the US for over 50 yrs now, but lived in Madrid when I was a teenager and what she says is so true, when you live in Spain and leave, Spain never leaves your heart, it has stayed with me through all my life; it is so, that I have traveled to Spain many times and everytime it breaks my heart to leave it behind. I am retired and have researched and still are, on looking for different ways, of at least to live in Spain for at least 6 months a year. I have children and grandchildren, which is the reason why a full move would probably be more difficult, but OMG!! Norah has given me that push and spark to take a step a little bit closer. I was born in Cuba, so Spanish is my primary language and I am fluent in English which throughout the years has become more of my primary language, regardless, language would not be a problem for me nor the style of life, because it is in my DNA. My fraternal grandparents were from Spain and my maternal from France, so there you have it. Thank you for this wonderful story and I wish Norah much health and the best, what a wonderful woman. I wish I could speak with her or communicate with her, is that even possible? If this is something that is viable, I would like to have a consent and information to communicate. ❤❤❤
i lived 15 years in Australia and became australian citizen in 2012 but life was so expensive that i came back to France near the spanish border and since i live very confortably , in Australia i was surviving .
I'm Australian/French, I saw the big waves of French people arrive to Australia in the 2010s, the "big dream" --but in the end most of them eventually ended up going back to France. I left Australia too (almost 6 years ago) and I currently live in Spain, but thinking about moving to France or Italy. In Australia I always had to count how much I was spending with each item I picked up at the supermarket, here I don't count, it's so freeing
She’s living her life as she pleases and just made me smile knowing she’s very happy and contented. This is what should be… ❤God bless and more blessings. Spain is a very beautiful place. ❤
Norah. Congratulations on your decision. I have to admired you. I did much the same for similar reasons when I decided to leave New Zealand and live in Thailand in 2011. I wish you all the very best and happiness.
A good friend of mine told me her mother use to always say. " we are not trees, we dont have roots so we can move around". I really love that and feel people sometimes forget this. You can always make new roots in new places. But you have to push yourself to grow. You really have to push yourself to integrate.
What a wonderful person, proving that creative people are resourceful and adaptable and so they age very well. I realise Norah is a gallery owner curator and not an artist per se, but that's not the point. She has surrounded herself with vibrancy and creativity and knows how to bring the best out in people.
With a tear in my eye I write this! What a lovely lady, honest, down to earth , has morals and principles. Well she has to be a nice person, she has cats!! Her friends are lucky to have her. Wishing her a happy and healthy retirement. PS. Guys watch out for the scam comments about so called financial advisors, they suggest a name and then say check them out on the internet. Don't trust these recommendations.
If she reads this, may I encourage her to visit the Rias Baixas in the summer to take the cool waters of the Atlantic or the salty ones of the Ria Arousa. A perfect refuge
I loved this interview and could have watched and listened all day. The way you have immersed yourself into the culture and life and made friends. Love the house. Thank you so much for sharing - Paul from England. p.s. get your friends to send you your favourite toothpaste 😄
What a story, it's truly inspiring. Her journey, it's like a reminder to us all, that no matter where we are in life, there's always room for adventure, for taking risks. She's proof that it's never too late to chase our dreams, to live life on our own terms.
As a 35 year old I really found Norah’s story inspiring it’s hard for young people in australia with the cost of living that it is good to think about other options for your old age 😊
Definitely worth thinking about. That's why I left Australia 6 years ago in my 30s, and now I'm 40s. I currently rent, but have a massive apartment in a trendy part of town with views, something I could never afford in Australia. My goal is to eventually buy myself one of these cheaper houses in the 20-40k range, near mountains and/or the beach, so I can always no matter what happens have a roof that belongs to me. A roof is definitely something that no one needs to worry about in old age. A house was never something that I could achieve in Australia, so I didn't ever bother trying. However, in Europe, it's not only possible but it's a very realistic goal.
@@TheMightyAbs She's not leaching. She's worked hard her whole life and paid her taxes as well, so she's just as entitled to an aged pension as any other Australian... Regardless of where she's living for her retirement 👍
What a wonderful video with a fabulous lady. As a 70yr English man listening to you , you are an inspiration ma'am it's the same in the UK for pensioners you have made me stop and think. Thankyou for being such an adventurer ❤
Such a lovely story and I admire her conviction to wanting a quality life and doing whatever is necessary to get it. I applaud her decision and others like her who put quality before quantity. Bravo!
This is a wonderful interview. You sound so well centered and happy with your life. I have heritage from Spain and never considered moving there. I've been retired for 6 yrs and makes me feel like I'm missing so much. My daughter has been talking about moving to Spain, and I can see now why.
My absolute favourite video to watch! Nora is a beautiful lady & courageous. I would be great friends with her if I lived nearby. She has such an honest & friendly demeanour ❤
the USA is a wreck, no love for the elderly, families falling apart, crime, very very expensive, property insurance skyrocketing, the USA has changed so much many of barely recognize it anymore...its a nightmare now...
I am 55, active, single and even I am planning for where to settle in the next few years.... just looking up houses in this town, amazing..... Ive been looking at houses in small towns that need work that are 200k to 300k, and I can buy in Spain the same for 20K eu, 30k aus, crazy, and they accept my staff / weiller....... love it... cheers for that heads up
You should go to Sicily Italy, some smaller towns, having many abandoned houses and the councils ,just trying to populates those places again, just for 1 euro payment. If you are handyman, will becomes more easy to restore, whatever house you like. They are beautiful little towns and many of them staterd to becomes smaller global communities . 7:29 7:30
This is awesome!!! Gives me hope for the future. I feel the same about the cost of living in Ireland. thank you so so much for making this.. so inspiring ❤
Since retiring three years ago, I’ve noticed how much my goals have changed, which I think is something most retirees can relate to. In our younger years, we chase success and experiences, but once we reach a certain stage, it’s financial security and health that really take over. Looking back, I don’t regret the fast-paced years of work and life, but I see now how critical it was to build a solid foundation when you're employable. Without that, retirement could easily become a struggle, especially with inflation making things even tighter these days. Moving out of the city to stretch my savings has been a big part of this shift, and it’s made me realize how important it is to work smart when you're younger because once you reach this stage, your needs and priorities will look very different
I can relate to your concerns. I’m approaching retirement myself, and after starting late with investing, I initially thought my ETF portfolio would carry me through. But it wasn’t growing fast enough, and I felt stuck. It wasn’t until I worked with a financial advisor and restructured everything that I finally felt on track. Now, I’m set to retire with around $4 million, without that guidance, I don’t think I’d feel nearly as confident
I’m figuring out my portfolio strategy and how to make the most of it. Did you find your advisor through a recommendation, or did you research on your own? I’m realizing that it might be what I’m missing
Finding the right financial advisor is such a personal decision, and what works for one person won’t necessarily fit for everyone. That said, I can say Emily Ava Milligan’s approach was a turning point for me. Unlike a lot of one-size-fits-all advice, she took the time to understand my goals, needs, and situation. I could see how her strategy shifted based on what mattered most to me, not just market trends. It's worth at least checking her out, you might find her style aligns with what you're looking for
How wonderful to hear from someone who has had a positive experience moving to Spain. You have found your Nirvana and I am happy for you. I first arrived in Spain in January of 1970 and stayed until 1987. The reason for returning to the US was politics. I arrived a tourist and had to leave because I was a "capitalist". My Spanish wife saw what I didn't and said that it wouldn't get better. After our cars were damaged on multiple occasions, we saw the writing on the wall and left. After the property taxes in Austin, TX got to be $200 more per month than my mortgage payments, we had to once more head for Spain in 2013 where she had a top tier civil servants job with all medical expenses paid, etc. So what's the problem? In June of 2024 my wife died and, of course, my world turned upside down as it would anyone. I now had a €400,000 chalet that is paid for, a car I can't drive (no license), half of her pension (€1400) and two pensions in the US which all add up to about €3000 a month. So, you say, "What's your problem?" Having lived in Spain for about 30 years, I find it wanting. First of all, you must realize that you are a foreigner and will never be completely accepted as "uno mas". You will always be spoken to through the "Foreigners filter" that is put on when spoken to. It takes years to develop the sensitivity to ascertain a certain lack of ease when conversing but the cognitive dissonance is always there in the background. Being 78 and in this situation, I plan to go back to the US and take my chances there. I won't have that free medical insurance that I have here, but I won't miss it that much. Why? As my wife transitioned from a seemingly healthy person to an urn of her ashes in only 5 weeks, I was witness to the most unprofessional medical experience that one could imagine. To start with, I had conversations with Spanish doctors lamenting the fact that there is an exodus of competent Spanish doctors to higher wage paying countries like Germany where triple salary is not unheard of. Who fills the ensuing void? In my case, barely competent "Doctors" hailing from Latin American countries who, according to one Spanish doctor who worked giving competency tests to all foreign doctors who wanted to practice in Spain, were barely able to rise to the requisite level required in Spain. The problem, it seems, is that they bring their culture with them and into the practice of medicine. Most of them (80%) are discourteously blunt, brusque, and arrogantly dismissive. My wife and I were treated to this attitude when we were abruptly told that she had pancreatic cancer that had metastasized and that it was terminal and then turning on his heel and walking out of the room. The Spanish nurse was so embarrassed that she apologized for him. This was only the first of many incidents that, I was told by a Spanish doctor, that shortened her already dwindling life and made the ending of it a nightmare. No, I will not miss the wonderful medical system and it's many foreign participants who have come to Spain to "practice" medicine. Before condemning what you have read, remember, "context" is everything. It would take years to explain each incident that lead to the final conclusion that I have lived through. Does this happen to everyone? You have to ask yourself the origin of the much used word "Matasanos". It's as if they didn't understand that part of the Hippocratic oath that includes "I will do no harm or injustice to them". Yes I have spent too much time on this subject, but reflect on the truth that without health there can be no happiness or peace of mind and without access to competent medical service there can be no confidence of a healthful future. Again, I'm happy you have found your place on this earth that brings you joy and happiness. May it continue.
Beautiful!! What a wonderful interviewer and interviewee! Every single part of this interview was absolutely superb!! *Chef's kiss* I am certain that I will not be retiring in the U.S. This is giving me such hope.
I am so glad that i found this video. Me and My wife will start looking for a place to retire In the same area. There's a lot of information that's been answer for me! Thank you very much.
Love this, it’s exactly what I want to do but I can’t convince my husband it’s infuriating. I was looking at Portugal but think Spain is better as there have been some changes in Portugal. Quality of life would be so much better. Well done Nora for taking a leap of faith to live a better life in Spain I think you are a wonderful lady❤
What an inspiring story! Totally agree with this lady, I lived in Spain many years ago when I was in my early twenties. It has left a lasting impression on me and now I am approaching retirement, I am drawn to returning to Spain to escape Britain
I too are trying to convince my 74 year old husband, I am 71 we are both extremely fit and healthy to move to either southern France or Spain where we have spent time. Its a real uphill battle at the moment and very frustrating. I am so tired of the violence and disrespect toward older Australians. I feel trapped and so unhappy.
I learned through this video that our elders here in the USA are treated very similarly, as well as, social status... education, dwelling location/size, etc. Thank you for sharing and for your kind candor.
I am 68 my husband and i lived on Mainland Australia we did move but to Tasmania. Because it was pandemic and now we happy we live comfortable in small place but able to get to what we need. Sadly the price hike of homes now all around Australia means you cannot do what we did on the money we had we own our home so no rent we grow our own veg and keep chickens for eggs its a farming community remote but vibrant. Sadly we oldies do not get the treatment like they do overseas there is no respect or compassion in this country anymore and always you have to watch when going into town because its not safe now. This is the reality of our changing values in this country but I wish you well Nora you did the right thing for it was an option we both looked at but decided not to for health reasons so we here to stay. Enjoy life you have a great place to be in retirment.
Lovely story. Brave woman! So great to see someone able to see a way out of a difficult situation with little future, and have the courage to make positive changes. She looks like an asset to any community, kind and positive person. It's a shame there are not similar locations, similar communities, in our big land, but the cost of living is too high, and many older women are in this lady's situation - no spouse, little super, no assets, not much to look forward to. This is a few years old now, I wonder if things are still good for her? Thanks Ch.7.
A great story and a wonderful woman of sound mind and spirit to do her due diligence beforehand and to have the guts to go for it. I live in Madrid, and made the move from the UK in 2017. However, I already spoke Spanish, having lived and worked here before and being half-Spanish (but born and grew up in London). The smaller towns and more developed villages are definitely a great place to live. We are thinking of moving somewhere similar when we leave Madrid. Of course, you never know what might happen, but that's the plan.
@@TheMightyAbs She worked and had a business for all her adult life. Didn't she pay taxes to a retirement fund promised by her government? Can't go back on that once someone retires. This is the same issue for almost every country. Just what do you propose to fix this?
@@anthonyburton2569no, there is restrictions on taking pension overseas. the show didn't mention it but the government imposes reductions if you live overseas for long term
I live in Italy and my cousin with his family recently organized to reduce their living space to ensure his mother could move in with them because she is getting older aged. She now has her own space an privacy and they have adapted happily because putting a mother in a hospice is not an option no matter what. This is what life is about, love and family.
I’m closing in on my retirement and I’d like to move from Minnesota to a warmer climate, but the prices on homes are stupidly ridiculous and Mortgage prices has been skyrocketing on a roll(currently over 7%) do I just invest my spare cash into stock and wait for a housing crash or should I go ahead to buy a home anyways?
Considering the present situation, diversifying by shifting investments from real estate to financial markets or gold is recommended, despite potential future home price drops. Given prevailing mortgage rates and economic uncertainty, this move is prudent, particularly due to stricter mortgage regulations. Seeking advice from a knowledgeable independent financial advisor is advisable for those seeking guidance.
Due to my demanding job, I lack the time to thoroughly assess my investments and analyze individual stocks. Consequently, for the past seven years, I have enlisted the services of a fiduciary who actively manages my portfolio to adapt to the current market conditions. This strategy has allowed me to navigate the financial landscape successfully, making informed decisions on when to buy and sell. Perhaps you should consider a similar approach.
Can you provide instructions on how to contact your advisor? I'm experiencing erosion of my funds due to inflation and looking for a more profitable investment strategy to make better use of them.
Certainly, there are a handful of experts in the field. I've experimented with a few over the past years, but I've stuck with Melissa Terri Swayne for about five years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive.She’s quite known in her field, look-her up.
I so admire this woman for learning the local language and actively integrating herself with the local community instead of remaining sequestered with only other English speaking expats--all this in addition to even making the big move!!! For those who argue that she's abusing the Australian pension system by not "repaying it" by still putting money into the Australian economy, I did hear her say she kept putting all her money into her self-employed art gallery business. Self-employment is not easy. She did a job that brought her joy, brought others joy. I don't believe people should have to work at higher-paying jobs they are miserable in to self-.fund retirement. That doesn't seem right either. If you are miserable in your job, you probably won't survive into retirement. And she's leaving her foreign home to the art community back in Australia so in a way she is contributing to the Australian economy for long after she leaves this world! Way to go Nora! My hat's off to you.
You can live very well teaching English as a second language in many countries. It only takes about 3 months to get the certification. You would be able to support yourself and your son. I made on average $20/hr doing this with my 6 kids in the Czech Republic.
Great interview, such a brave and positive lady, and such a charming house. I would do the same, from England, where we're being fleeced alive with the cost of living. Unfortunately my husband isn’t willing. I lived two years in Madrid and would recommend Spain to anyone.
I would retire overseas as well along with my wife, she plans to retire with me at a young age around 42 years old. We don't have house here in Australia, but overseas we can have a modest house of just 60K. My pension alone would make me live like a king, I'm excited, but of course I'm still gonna miss Australia because all my family lives here. But you know we all have different situations, I'm a late bloomer I just recently thought about saving, and just started investing. My financial advisor said I'm gonna be alright with nearly 1 million in savings including my superannuation, excluding my investments. This story gives me more confidence to retire at 60 years old overseas. Thank you that i found this story, it helps a lot to lessen my worries, and doubt retiring overseas. I feel like Australia has become a rich only people country, the cost of living is way over peoples budget, and Australians feels like they have been stab in the back by the government. That's all i wanna say.
I knew I can't afford to retire in my home country of Australia, but this just confirms it! I could afford to retire in Thailand at 50! But I'll need to look into Spain! Yearly trips to France, Italy, Croatia and Greece sounds appealing too!
Apparently Thailand has been changing visa rules, making it more complicated and uncertain. So EU might be a better option. Also, climate change is negatively affecting south Asia with increased heatwaves.
@@nicktw8688climate change is impacting Spain too. Record heat impacting olive oil production. I’d pick somewhere out of flood zone and accessible to sea breeze with long term water security
Spain is not only the sunny and arid Andalucía or the Mediterranean beaches. There is also a coastal North, green like Ireland, with a nice Atlantic climate. And particularly the Basque Country is the part of Spain with the best quality of life.
I absolutely love Norah's philosophy and way of life. In my mid 50s and inspired to live abroad for the first time ever at some point. Hope you all get to live the life you want!
I just want my money to keep growing faster than inflation. That’s why I’m looking for companies to invest my retirement savings of $250K I have sitting in the bank. I just don’t know the best strategies to use to make solid gains with steady cash flow.
You're right. A few neighbours and I in the Bel Air area work with an advisor who prefers that we dollar-cost average across different promising sectors rather than making a lump sum purchase. As a result, my portfolio grew by 40% last quarter.
As an European citizen who lived in Australia and who still loves Australia I find it refreshing to watch her story ! I used to dream of going back to Australia but I guess after being back to Europe, I believe I am happy here !
What a lovely Aussie lady, someone that Australians at home can be proud off. It’s a pity so many Australians find the cost of living here so unbelievable high, causing the stranded of living dropping lower and lower, this shouldn’t be happening.
Great on her , she had the courage and made the efforts to learn a new language and culture , it keeps her young in mind and spirit..i am French from the south of France, very Latin culture too , after 38 years in Australia but i must alas admit that ìf Australia is still a great opportunity for young people,but when you retired and alone , it is very isolated for single retired woman , you become invisible,not a critique just my personal observation and opinion , and Many Australian family are spread out so far from each others that old single people are often alone, for exemple flying to perth from Brisbane , return can be as expensive that flying to Europe . Be aware that Spain , like France, each area , each part of spain are very differents from each others ,and maybe some parts are not so "assertive " as this person finds, as Spain has a history the last century of political opression under Franco dictatorship , so older people maybe alas had to keep their opinion for themselves and not revolt , and some others parts were very conservative and catholic, BUT the younger generation of Spanish people are very assertive ...for me, being French, i find Australian people" not so "assertive 😅, but then, i come from a culture of very opinionated and assertive people ( to say the least 😅😅.. ) well no flying to France atm , all airline on strike, and last months it was the trains 😂😂...i wish her the best , she has a great positive attitude ..
Many years ago the first day I arrived in London upon hearing my Australian accent a French farmer abused me for Australia's agricultural exports policy! Like I set the policy! He was so rude. There's assertiveness and there's plain rudeness. This happened in 1986 and I've never forgotten it.
Coucou Catherine, vous habitez a Brisbane? Je suis francaise/australienne, ma mere (aussi Catherine) est de Paris, mais elle vit en Australie depuis 40 ans. C'est possible que vous vous connaissiez deja peut etre?? haha. J'ai quitté l'Australie il y a presque 6 ans maintenant et depuis que je suis en Espagne (apart covid) j'ai eu une meuilleur qualité de vie et un travail stable, que je n'avais pas en Australie pendant beaucoup d'années. And yes you are right, French are much more assertive than Aussies, by far! haha. And also it is true that older people are very alone in Australia versus in Europe (I can only speak for Mediterranean countries) people spend a lot of time with them.
Catherine, hace cincuenta años que murió el dictador, prácticamente nadie se acuerda de él. Jóvenes y mayores, los españoles son gente muy abierta y fáciles de trato. Eso es así de norte a sur y de este a oeste, no hay gran diferencia de caracteres. ¿ Conservadores? yo me he encontrado en situaciones bastante grotescas por gente intolerante en Francia, que serían imposibles en España.
In the 1990s I sold pensions on the strength that the tax free lump sum would pay off most if not all of the mortgage and leave the investor with a pension for life. Most were over a 40 year term plus, I was not alone.
The approach of selling pensions with the promise that a tax-free lump sum would pay off mortgages and provide a lifelong pension was common in the 1990s. However, many factors can affect the outcome, including changes in the housing market and interest rates. It's crucial for investors to seek personalized advice and consider diversified financial strategies to ensure long-term financial stability.
it's vital for investors to seek personalized advice and adopt diversified financial strategies. Working with a knowledgeable financial advisor is crucial for achieving long-term financial stability and freedom
I'm intrigued by this. I've searched for financial advisers online but it's kind of hard to get in touch with one. Okay if I ask you for a recommendation?
I've experimented with a few over the past years, but I've stuck with Rebecca Lynne Buie for about three years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive. She's quite known in her field, look her up.
Norah, thank you for sharing your story. You are such an inspiring independent woman. Sounds like the perfect place to retire. All the best on your life journey.
As a single middle aged woman
You give me so much inspiration to live a better life,put back into a community that you loved in Australia and participate in your new community!
People who see the negative in this story are ones who don’t understand how small businesses works
How much small business puts into the tax system in Australia
I hope more retirees watch this as it is a wonderful story of how to retire with dignity and respect
@@TheMightyAbs so you're born in Australia live and work you're whole life in Australia, pay taxes and contribute to the community and economy but when you retire you shouldn't be entitled to a pension unless you agree to be shackled for the rest of your life to that country? What a crock of shite! That sounds like slavery to me why would anyone want to waste their lives working in a country that would keep them captive in their old age. Deciding to immigrate to another country in retirement doesn't negate the years of taxes that person paid throughout their working life or their right to a hard earned pension.
Well said ❤
@@TheMightyAbsYou seem to be spending way too much time on this
Is it because you’re comment didn’t get pinned by 7news Australia 🇦🇺
We live in a democratic country (lucky for us)
Every person has the right to spend their money how they see fit
Regardless of who pays them including welfare recipients
When it comes to supporting business,Most businesses target demographic is not people on any forms of welfare payments because it’s challenging for people on low incomes to afford the goods and services they provide
It’s a fact !
Self funded retirees have worked very hard to have what they have,so they can still be able to live in Australia
No one wants to leave their home that they were born in
I know this most of my family including myself are migrants
Norah should be commended on making her dollar go further
She is not a burden on the health system or housing
Which would cost more to the Australian taxpayer
@@jaciriley123 ...thank you well said, I think he needs to go flex his "Mighty Abs" somewhere else!
@@dianatalevska3218...thank you! He refuses to see any light at all, must be great to be so perfect!
The confidence that comes from a self sufficient elderly person is beautiful
@@TheMightyAbs She is receiving what she worked and paid for. Why should you begrudge her that.??
@@TheMightyAbs Don't forget all the tax she would have paid as a small business owner. Also she probably never claimed any form of Centrelink benefit. I think she probably earned that right.
@@TheMightyAbsA pension is not a gift or a favour given for free. 😠 It is something paid for during a lifetime of work.
@@TheMightyAbs I've seen your other comments - it really sounds as if you are just bitter, resentful and jealous, hence your vast generalisations. She worked all her life, paid into the system, and now enjoys a modest pension. Can't you handle other people's happiness?
That woman is healthy, that is why she seems so self sufficient.
It is an honor to have such nice people, who are so valuable to our community.
Welcome to Spain
"I didnt feel brave. I just knew this was something i had to do". Good for you Nora and God bless.
No religion-smuggling please.
As a Spaniard living in Madrid, wishing this lady the best of the best here in our country.
Does she can receive retire money from European aliens, Spin?
@@hsiao-meihuang4984 ofc not wtf you think this is
She literally contributes 0 to the country.
@@CarlosPerez-zf1uy NOT TRUE. She takes nothing from the country Payed for her house. Probably paid cash for her transport. Groceries. Has housekeeper [wage] Goes out to Cafe's And Restaurants. Pays for her medical needs. {cash]She contributes a lot
Also she doesnt Work but spends all her retirement money in Spain its a win win for her and spain
I’m a 72 yo woman just returned from a holiday in Spain and i can confirm everything this woman says. The cost of living is super cheap in Spain and the standard of living is good. I have family here in Australia and would never live anywhere else, but if my circumstances were different, Spain is where I’d go. Great program, thank you for doing this story.
I absolutely love your attitude. Also, your courage to move to a new place far far away from your home. I am 72 years old and I have moved 28 times with the US Navy and I just want to stay in one place. I think I found it but after listening to you perhaps I’m ready for an adventure. I’d love to come visit.😂
I need a way to draw up a plan to set up for retirement while still earning passive income to meet my day to day need and also get charged lesser taxes even while in a higher tax bracket. i want to invest around $250K savings.
Don't put all your eggs in one basket; instead, diversify into different asset classes to mitigate risk. If you lack extensive knowledge, consult a financial advisor.
Accurate asset allocation is crucial with an Experts guidance. I have 850k in equity, 300K cash earning 5.25 interest, 685k in 401k, 250k cash account, 120k in car assets ( paid off cars) Gold and silver bars. age is 64. My advisor helped me realign my portfolio to my risk tolerance and it boomed overtime.
pls how can I reach this expert, I need someone to give me a guide on how to manage my portfolio
Laura Grace Abels is the licensed advisor I use and im just putting this out here because you asked. You can Just search the name. You’d find necessary details to work with to set up an appointment.
Very smart, well educated lady made some sensible decisions and is enjoying the rewards. Good for her!
This young lady is a great interviewer. I wish the best in her career.
There was a great chemistry between Nora and the interviewer. Great give and take.
Agreed!! Wonderful!
Superb interviewer .. a genuine talent and a brilliant interviewer. All the best to her in her career.
Nora you now live with such dignity. It is something many Australians are losing . The cost of living, violence and lack of morals is destroying Australia.
I will be joining you with my Spanish speaking Mexican husband and son soon! We will be moving to stunning Andalucia in our late 50s ,which is just a few years away.
You have done well Nora, bless you.
Unfortunately, it's not just Australia that has this problem. I live in the US and we have the same issues. I am looking to go back to Europe and found this information so helpful. Thank you Nora for your candid interview. Have a wonderful retirement ❤
'Dignity and Australian' in the same sentence, hilarious; never existed. NZ has rapidly caught up .
Andalucia is a very good place to retired people. All australians are welcome. Málaga province is fantástic.
I just want my money to keep growing faster than inflation. That’s why I’m looking for companies to invest my retirement savings of $250K I have sitting in the bank. I just don’t know the best strategies to use to make solid gains with steady cash flow.
Pick quality stocks and keep track of them. If that feels too complicated, consider hiring a wealth manager to grow your money. That's what I do.
You're right. A few neighbours and I in the Bel Air area work with an advisor who prefers that we dollar-cost average across different promising sectors rather than making a lump sum purchase. As a result, my portfolio grew by 40% last quarter.
pls how can I reach this expert, I need someone to give me a guide on how to manage my portfolio
Her name is Laura Grace Abels can't divulge much. Most likely, the internet should have her basic info, you can research if you like
What a lovely woman. I too have moved to my forever home in Europe. Slovenia. Tiny land. Peaceful. Respectful. Beautiful. Great lifestyle. Everything spoken about I know. Would never return to Australia. Left last year for my permanent adventure as I turned 70. Solo woman. I have Europe at my doorstep. Venice is two hours away. What's not to love about that. I wanted seasons and I have that. I'm so happy.
Would love to know, more precisely, where you chose to set up household in Slovenia, and how well you get by linguistically? Thank you …
@eugeniebreida1583 English is broadly spoken and very well. Learning Slovenian depends on your circumstances. It's difficult. Slowly. I chose the capital to begin with. It's a small country so getting to places is quick and easy. What's your interest in here?
Trying to escape Norway. Have considered Slovenia as my destination. Happy to hear that you found your home there.
@slaviapolandia7541 thank you, very sweet of you. Best wishes in your decision making.
I,m from Catalonia (Spain) and I visited Slovenia in 2017. My God! The most beautiful country in Europe (Piran, Koper, Maribor, Ljubiana....).
Retired Politicians in Australia live on a pension, starting at $200,000.00 whereas a retired citizens gets $26,000.00. This should be reassessed, it's madness.
Absolutely spot on.
Yes, they should raise taxes on the working people so us older people can have more.
@@JB-3794 😂😂😂
26,000 is below poverty line in Australia, it's horrendous
but its $34k if they live in Australia. (plus their private pension, untaxed).
At 54, my wife and I are worried about our future due to soaring gas and food prices. Our savings are dwindling, and we're struggling to get ahead. Sympathies to those retiring now, after 30 years of work, only to have the system erode their hard-earned savings.
I feel your pain, as a fellow retiree, I'd suggest you look into passive index fund investing and learn some more. For me, I had my share of ups and downs when I first started looking for a consistent passive income so I hired an expert advisor for aid, and following his advice, I poured 40k in value stocks and digital assets, Up to 200k so far and pretty sure I'm ready for whatever comes.
If you are not in the financial market space right now, you are making a huge mistake. I understand that it could be due to ignorance. let your money work for you
who are you working with please ?
The decision on when to pick an Adviser is a very personal one. I take guidance from Glen Howard Chester‘ to meet my growth goals and avoid mistakes,he's well-qualified and his page can be easily found on the net.
appreciate the share , I looked up his full name online and found his page. I emailed and made an appointment to talk with him; hopefully, he gets back to me.
I have always had my mind in retiring in Spain! And im only 40 now. How divine! Its just a greater way of living in mediterranea🩷 Some people are so stuck in their minds thinking one cant live elsewhere the world is huge!! Live your life dear and enjoy☺️🩷
Not only 40. Plan it, you’re close. Years are passing quickly
Look at Portugal
It is not so easy to get the residential visa these days. She moved there in2012. But I heard recently that what they used to refer to as "The Golden Visa" meaning you could come and go/stay as long as you please has now been stopped.
What a great lady. Good for you.
Hi as an Irish/Australia who has just been in Spain visiting my childhood Dublin friend who’s retired I can tell you it’s a great place not only from a money point of view but just as the Nora said they really respect and cherish older people which I love. I also spend time in Thailand over the years and it’s the same thing the way older people are look at.
She was exactly right when she said in Australia / Most Western countries people are so busy chasing the mighty dollar they have no time for the elderly just stick they in a nursing home or a small bedsit and forget about them it’s very sad.
I must admit, being Australian/French, I always did find it very different in the Mediterranean countries how people care a lot more for, and show a lot more respect and loyalty for older people and older family members. I remember being 30 and going to a nightclub with a friend in Brisbane, and the people commenting: "wow, you're 30 and you're still clubbing, so cool! You don't even look 30!" haha. I had been living previously in NY and Europe, and I was blown away how some Aussies seem to think that having fun and going out is only for young people, and young = 20s. So basically anyone in any other decade of their life is supposed to stay away hidden at home for the rest of their life, haha. Not to mention that the abuse in aged care in Australia is RIFE. No respect for elders. Very sad state of the world.
What a lovely woman and inspiration to all. I live in the US for over 50 yrs now, but lived in Madrid when I was a teenager and what she says is so true, when you live in Spain and leave, Spain never leaves your heart, it has stayed with me through all my life; it is so, that I have traveled to Spain many times and everytime it breaks my heart to leave it behind. I am retired and have researched and still are, on looking for different ways, of at least to live in Spain for at least 6 months a year. I have children and grandchildren, which is the reason why a full move would probably be more difficult, but OMG!! Norah has given me that push and spark to take a step a little bit closer. I was born in Cuba, so Spanish is my primary language and I am fluent in English which throughout the years has become more of my primary language, regardless, language would not be a problem for me nor the style of life, because it is in my DNA. My fraternal grandparents were from Spain and my maternal from France, so there you have it. Thank you for this wonderful story and I wish Norah much health and the best, what a wonderful woman. I wish I could speak with her or communicate with her, is that even possible? If this is something that is viable, I would like to have a consent and information to communicate. ❤❤❤
@elysmatter.... Google an interview I did in "Mapping Spain" and they will put you in touch with me.
i lived 15 years in Australia and became australian citizen in 2012 but life was so expensive that i came back to France near the spanish border and since i live very confortably , in Australia i was surviving .
Are you in the Basque side with Biarritz nearby? I used to live in Bilbao, that part of Spain and France is amazing.
It is worse now. Lots of homelessness
I'm Australian/French, I saw the big waves of French people arrive to Australia in the 2010s, the "big dream" --but in the end most of them eventually ended up going back to France. I left Australia too (almost 6 years ago) and I currently live in Spain, but thinking about moving to France or Italy. In Australia I always had to count how much I was spending with each item I picked up at the supermarket, here I don't count, it's so freeing
She’s living her life as she pleases and just made me smile knowing she’s very happy and contented. This is what should be… ❤God bless and more blessings. Spain is a very beautiful place. ❤
Hello, how are you doing?
The courage to relocate and start a new life in older age and in another continent is so inspiring. I love her spirit. ❤
I learned something very precious, in a globalised world go where you are treated the best!
very precious indeed!
Norah. Congratulations on your decision. I have to admired you.
I did much the same for similar reasons when I decided to leave New Zealand and live in Thailand in 2011.
I wish you all the very best and happiness.
Ms Norah, so happy to hear of her inspiring journey. Wishing her many years of health and contentment.
A good friend of mine told me her mother use to always say. " we are not trees, we dont have roots so we can move around". I really love that and feel people sometimes forget this. You can always make new roots in new places. But you have to push yourself to grow. You really have to push yourself to integrate.
Well said
I did love this interview , was so adorable and respected
What a wonderful person, proving that creative people are resourceful and adaptable and so they age very well.
I realise Norah is a gallery owner curator and not an artist per se, but that's not the point. She has surrounded herself with vibrancy and creativity and knows how to bring the best out in people.
With a tear in my eye I write this! What a lovely lady, honest, down to earth , has morals and principles. Well she has to be a nice person, she has cats!! Her friends are lucky to have her. Wishing her a happy and healthy retirement. PS. Guys watch out for the scam comments about so called financial advisors, they suggest a name and then say check them out on the internet. Don't trust these recommendations.
What a nice lady and I love her comments on the reality of life in Spain. She says learn the language. She’s so right. Good for her!
If she reads this, may I encourage her to visit the Rias Baixas in the summer to take the cool waters of the Atlantic or the salty ones of the Ria Arousa. A perfect refuge
Language is very important point to live somewhere.
Im and an ex pat Aussie living in Italy. Learning the language is essential if you want to live in another country.
I loved this interview and could have watched and listened all day. The way you have immersed yourself into the culture and life and made friends. Love the house. Thank you so much for sharing - Paul from England. p.s. get your friends to send you your favourite toothpaste 😄
30:54 She’s so right, back here in Australia the elderly are forgotten and shoved into nursing homes, whereas overseas they are more respected.
same with us, in Belgium... and so little respect as well;
@@TheMightyAbs
not everyone wants to be a burden on their kids!!!
So true….love to you all ❤
Yep, they shoved into nursing homes and knocked off !!
Hello, how are you doing?
What a story, it's truly inspiring. Her journey, it's like a reminder to us all, that no matter where we are in life, there's always room for adventure, for taking risks. She's proof that it's never too late to chase our dreams, to live life on our own terms.
As a 35 year old I really found Norah’s story inspiring it’s hard for young people in australia with the cost of living that it is good to think about other options for your old age 😊
Definitely worth thinking about. That's why I left Australia 6 years ago in my 30s, and now I'm 40s. I currently rent, but have a massive apartment in a trendy part of town with views, something I could never afford in Australia. My goal is to eventually buy myself one of these cheaper houses in the 20-40k range, near mountains and/or the beach, so I can always no matter what happens have a roof that belongs to me. A roof is definitely something that no one needs to worry about in old age. A house was never something that I could achieve in Australia, so I didn't ever bother trying. However, in Europe, it's not only possible but it's a very realistic goal.
@@TheMightyAbs She's not leaching. She's worked hard her whole life and paid her taxes as well, so she's just as entitled to an aged pension as any other Australian... Regardless of where she's living for her retirement 👍
What a wonderful video with a fabulous lady. As a 70yr English man listening to you , you are an inspiration ma'am it's the same in the UK for pensioners you have made me stop and think. Thankyou for being such an adventurer ❤
I’m so happy Nora made the decision to move….it gives us hope…..such a heart warming story….thank you ❤
Such a lovely story and I admire her conviction to wanting a quality life and doing whatever is necessary to get it. I applaud her decision and others like her who put quality before quantity. Bravo!
Wonderful interview. I have been looking at retirement in Spain from US for many of the same reasons. Thank you for such a comprehensive overview.
This is a wonderful interview. You sound so well centered and happy with your life. I have heritage from Spain and never considered moving there. I've been retired for 6 yrs and makes me feel like I'm missing so much. My daughter has been talking about moving to Spain, and I can see now why.
My absolute favourite video to watch! Nora is a beautiful lady & courageous. I would be great friends with her if I lived nearby. She has such an honest & friendly demeanour ❤
Elderly here in the US are mostly all struggling to even pay bills or are homeless. Its awful
Most people are struggling right now. Inflation is hitting the whole world.
@@CroisMoiinflation is just money printing. Only governments can create inflation, yet people keep voting for these same politicians
the USA is a wreck, no love for the elderly, families falling apart, crime, very very expensive, property insurance skyrocketing, the USA has changed so much many of barely recognize it anymore...its a nightmare now...
I am 55, active, single and even I am planning for where to settle in the next few years.... just looking up houses in this town, amazing..... Ive been looking at houses in small towns that need work that are 200k to 300k, and I can buy in Spain the same for 20K eu, 30k aus, crazy, and they accept my staff / weiller....... love it... cheers for that heads up
although you'll have to wait until your a set funded retiree or a recipient of a pension before you'd get a visa though. Or a digital nomad.
You should go to Sicily Italy, some smaller towns, having many abandoned houses and the councils ,just trying to populates those places again, just for 1 euro payment. If you are handyman, will becomes more easy to restore, whatever house you like. They are beautiful little towns and many of them staterd to becomes smaller global communities . 7:29 7:30
@@MarleneMeridian You have to have about 300K in savings to go there, so not for the poorer
Can you suggest any nice towns/ areas for that price?
@@lulaka3129 That much ? Are you should? In Spain Valencia, also north Andalucia.
This is awesome!!! Gives me hope for the future. I feel the same about the cost of living in Ireland. thank you so so much for making this.. so inspiring ❤
Since retiring three years ago, I’ve noticed how much my goals have changed, which I think is something most retirees can relate to. In our younger years, we chase success and experiences, but once we reach a certain stage, it’s financial security and health that really take over. Looking back, I don’t regret the fast-paced years of work and life, but I see now how critical it was to build a solid foundation when you're employable. Without that, retirement could easily become a struggle, especially with inflation making things even tighter these days. Moving out of the city to stretch my savings has been a big part of this shift, and it’s made me realize how important it is to work smart when you're younger because once you reach this stage, your needs and priorities will look very different
I can relate to your concerns. I’m approaching retirement myself, and after starting late with investing, I initially thought my ETF portfolio would carry me through. But it wasn’t growing fast enough, and I felt stuck. It wasn’t until I worked with a financial advisor and restructured everything that I finally felt on track. Now, I’m set to retire with around $4 million, without that guidance, I don’t think I’d feel nearly as confident
I’m figuring out my portfolio strategy and how to make the most of it. Did you find your advisor through a recommendation, or did you research on your own? I’m realizing that it might be what I’m missing
Finding the right financial advisor is such a personal decision, and what works for one person won’t necessarily fit for everyone. That said, I can say Emily Ava Milligan’s approach was a turning point for me. Unlike a lot of one-size-fits-all advice, she took the time to understand my goals, needs, and situation. I could see how her strategy shifted based on what mattered most to me, not just market trends. It's worth at least checking her out, you might find her style aligns with what you're looking for
Thanks for that. I did a quick search and found her page. I was able to email so I sent over a few questions to get more info. Appreciate you sharing
How wonderful to hear from someone who has had a positive experience moving to Spain. You have found your Nirvana and I am happy for you.
I first arrived in Spain in January of 1970 and stayed until 1987. The reason for returning to the US was politics. I arrived a tourist and had to leave because I was a "capitalist". My Spanish wife saw what I didn't and said that it wouldn't get better. After our cars were damaged on multiple occasions, we saw the writing on the wall and left. After the property taxes in Austin, TX got to be $200 more per month than my mortgage payments, we had to once more head for Spain in 2013 where she had a top tier civil servants job with all medical expenses paid, etc.
So what's the problem?
In June of 2024 my wife died and, of course, my world turned upside down as it would anyone. I now had a €400,000 chalet that is paid for, a car I can't drive (no license), half of her pension (€1400) and two pensions in the US which all add up to about €3000 a month. So, you say, "What's your problem?"
Having lived in Spain for about 30 years, I find it wanting. First of all, you must realize that you are a foreigner and will never be completely accepted as "uno mas". You will always be spoken to through the "Foreigners filter" that is put on when spoken to. It takes years to develop the sensitivity to ascertain a certain lack of ease when conversing but the cognitive dissonance is always there in the background.
Being 78 and in this situation, I plan to go back to the US and take my chances there. I won't have that free medical insurance that I have here, but I won't miss it that much. Why?
As my wife transitioned from a seemingly healthy person to an urn of her ashes in only 5 weeks, I was witness to the most unprofessional medical experience that one could imagine. To start with, I had conversations with Spanish doctors lamenting the fact that there is an exodus of competent Spanish doctors to higher wage paying countries like Germany where triple salary is not unheard of.
Who fills the ensuing void? In my case, barely competent "Doctors" hailing from Latin American countries who, according to one Spanish doctor who worked giving competency tests to all foreign doctors who wanted to practice in Spain, were barely able to rise to the requisite level required in Spain.
The problem, it seems, is that they bring their culture with them and into the practice of medicine. Most of them (80%) are discourteously blunt, brusque, and arrogantly dismissive. My wife and I were treated to this attitude when we were abruptly told that she had pancreatic cancer that had metastasized and that it was terminal and then turning on his heel and walking out of the room. The Spanish nurse was so embarrassed that she apologized for him.
This was only the first of many incidents that, I was told by a Spanish doctor, that shortened her already dwindling life and made the ending of it a nightmare.
No, I will not miss the wonderful medical system and it's many foreign participants who have come to Spain to "practice" medicine.
Before condemning what you have read, remember, "context" is everything. It would take years to explain each incident that lead to the final conclusion that I have lived through.
Does this happen to everyone? You have to ask yourself the origin of the much used word "Matasanos". It's as if they didn't understand that part of the Hippocratic oath that includes "I will do no harm or injustice to them".
Yes I have spent too much time on this subject, but reflect on the truth that without health there can be no happiness or peace of mind and without access to competent medical service there can be no confidence of a healthful future.
Again, I'm happy you have found your place on this earth that brings you joy and happiness.
May it continue.
We are an 76 and 72 yo couple and we are off to a Greek island to live next year. Our research indicates the same applies there. Well done Norah.
Wow, I love Greece, which island please?
Be aware Greek golden visa changing in September this year.Going from 250,000 euro to 500,000 euro for the golden visa.
@@bradleylocke4336 Thanks Bradley, sadly we will just be on a pension!!! Still just going to go under the radar and see what happens…fingers crossed.
@@Fancypants1973 Hi Nancy, we have friends in Poros and we'll head there first.
@terrylee005 Thanks for replying. I will take a look at Poros. Love the Greek Islands :). Good luck with your adventure!
Beautiful!! What a wonderful interviewer and interviewee! Every single part of this interview was absolutely superb!! *Chef's kiss*
I am certain that I will not be retiring in the U.S. This is giving me such hope.
❤❤❤ Inspiring … especially the part where she is donating the house for artists foundation of western Australia. That is so noble .
I am so glad that i found this video. Me and My wife will start looking for a place to retire In the same area. There's a lot of information that's been answer for me! Thank you very much.
I love Spain. Beautiful cities, great food and culture.
It really is!
I hear Portugal is exactly the same as Spain and is popular with Expatriates.
@@rohanmarkjay no lo es, es más pobre, peor infraestructura, más tranquilo e igual de caro
Loved this interview! Comprehensive and well thought out. Both ladies phenomenally addressed the important issues head on. Much appreciated.
Thank you for such a transparent video from both ladies.
Love this, it’s exactly what I want to do but I can’t convince my husband it’s infuriating. I was looking at Portugal but think Spain is better as there have been some changes in Portugal. Quality of life would be so much better. Well done Nora for taking a leap of faith to live a better life in Spain I think you are a wonderful lady❤
What an inspiring story! Totally agree with this lady, I lived in Spain many years ago when I was in my early twenties. It has left a lasting impression on me and now I am approaching retirement, I am drawn to returning to Spain to escape Britain
I too are trying to convince my 74 year old husband, I am 71 we are both extremely fit and healthy to move to either southern France or Spain where we have spent time. Its a real uphill battle at the moment and very frustrating. I am so tired of the violence and disrespect toward older Australians. I feel trapped and so unhappy.
I learned through this video that our elders here in the USA are treated very similarly, as well as, social status... education, dwelling location/size, etc. Thank you for sharing and for your kind candor.
I am 68 my husband and i lived on Mainland Australia we did move but to Tasmania. Because it was pandemic and now we happy we live comfortable in small place but able to get to what we need. Sadly the price hike of homes now all around Australia means you cannot do what we did on the money we had we own our home so no rent we grow our own veg and keep chickens for eggs its a farming community remote but vibrant. Sadly we oldies do not get the treatment like they do overseas there is no respect or compassion in this country anymore and always you have to watch when going into town because its not safe now. This is the reality of our changing values in this country but I wish you well Nora you did the right thing for it was an option we both looked at but decided not to for health reasons so we here to stay. Enjoy life you have a great place to be in retirment.
Lovely story. Brave woman! So great to see someone able to see a way out of a difficult situation with little future, and have the courage to make positive changes. She looks like an asset to any community, kind and positive person. It's a shame there are not similar locations, similar communities, in our big land, but the cost of living is too high, and many older women are in this lady's situation - no spouse, little super, no assets, not much to look forward to. This is a few years old now, I wonder if things are still good for her? Thanks Ch.7.
@donnam2012....yes 6 years since the video and all still great! Thank you for your kind comments.
What a lovely interview! I think I'll move to Spain.
A great story and a wonderful woman of sound mind and spirit to do her due diligence beforehand and to have the guts to go for it. I live in Madrid, and made the move from the UK in 2017. However, I already spoke Spanish, having lived and worked here before and being half-Spanish (but born and grew up in London).
The smaller towns and more developed villages are definitely a great place to live. We are thinking of moving somewhere similar when we leave Madrid. Of course, you never know what might happen, but that's the plan.
What an inspiration Nora is. Thank you for such a interesting documentary about a fascinating woman.
I enjoyed this interview! How informative. She’s great! I love her life!
@@TheMightyAbs She worked and had a business for all her adult life. Didn't she pay taxes to a retirement fund promised by her government? Can't go back on that once someone retires. This is the same issue for almost every country. Just what do you propose to fix this?
Wow - I thought you couldn't take a pension overseas if Australian. This was a great show. What a lovely woman Norah is - good on her.
Glad we could help share Norah's knowledge and story!
@@7news how old was that story please and do the numbers still add up?
Yes you can take your pension overseas 👍
@@anthonyburton2569no, there is restrictions on taking pension overseas. the show didn't mention it but the government imposes reductions if you live overseas for long term
People from other countries can have their pension from their mother land so I presume it's the same thing.
This lady not only lives at a higher retirement standard but also gives peace of mind to loved ones regarding her welfare.
super informative video, and so refreshing to find such a genuine women who has followed her instinct and intelligence and come out shining BRAVA
Congratulations Nora,well done.The information provided by yourself and the presenter is very informative.
I live in Italy and my cousin with his family recently organized to reduce their living space to ensure his mother could move in with them because she is getting older aged. She now has her own space an privacy and they have adapted happily because putting a mother in a hospice is not an option no matter what. This is what life is about, love and family.
Yes so wonderful but not all families are like that anymore.
If people reject infirm parents they set that example for their children to do the same with them.
I’m 57 and considering moving to Spain from the UK. I think this young lady has convinced me to actually do it….what a great story !
I’m closing in on my retirement and I’d like to move from Minnesota to a warmer climate, but the prices on homes are stupidly ridiculous and Mortgage prices has been skyrocketing on a roll(currently over 7%) do I just invest my spare cash into stock and wait for a housing crash or should I go ahead to buy a home anyways?
Considering the present situation, diversifying by shifting investments from real estate to financial markets or gold is recommended, despite potential future home price drops. Given prevailing mortgage rates and economic uncertainty, this move is prudent, particularly due to stricter mortgage regulations. Seeking advice from a knowledgeable independent financial advisor is advisable for those seeking guidance.
Due to my demanding job, I lack the time to thoroughly assess my investments and analyze individual stocks. Consequently, for the past seven years, I have enlisted the services of a fiduciary who actively manages my portfolio to adapt to the current market conditions. This strategy has allowed me to navigate the financial landscape successfully, making informed decisions on when to buy and sell. Perhaps you should consider a similar approach.
Can you provide instructions on how to contact your advisor? I'm experiencing erosion of my funds due to inflation and looking for a more profitable investment strategy to make better use of them.
Certainly, there are a handful of experts in the field. I've experimented with a few over the past years, but I've stuck with Melissa Terri Swayne for about five years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive.She’s quite known in her field, look-her up.
She appears to be well-educated and well-read. I ran a Google search for her name and came across her website; thank you for sharing.
Beautiful story🙏🏻💕makes us think outside the box for our retirement, sending blessings.
I so admire this woman for learning the local language and actively integrating herself with the local community instead of remaining sequestered with only other English speaking expats--all this in addition to even making the big move!!! For those who argue that she's abusing the Australian pension system by not "repaying it" by still putting money into the Australian economy, I did hear her say she kept putting all her money into her self-employed art gallery business. Self-employment is not easy. She did a job that brought her joy, brought others joy. I don't believe people should have to work at higher-paying jobs they are miserable in to self-.fund retirement. That doesn't seem right either. If you are miserable in your job, you probably won't survive into retirement. And she's leaving her foreign home to the art community back in Australia so in a way she is contributing to the Australian economy for long after she leaves this world! Way to go Nora! My hat's off to you.
I am 36 but I think I’m gonna start learning Spanish! Amazing
You can do it! Norah is such an inspiration.
Love this! This is exactly what I want to do as well. Very inspirational Nora and I wish you all the very best. Enhorabuena 🎉
Love this lady and her honesty! I too am single and retired but I still support my 32 year old autistic son. God made other plans for me.
God bless you lovely lady.
You can live very well teaching English as a second language in many countries. It only takes about 3 months to get the certification. You would be able to support yourself and your son. I made on average $20/hr doing this with my 6 kids in the Czech Republic.
Excellent documentary. As an American living retired in Mexico, I enjoyed this honest presentation of life abroad.
I loved listening to your story, I wish you a long and happy life in your adopted Country Nora. 🌷🌷🌷🌷
Fantastic!! I loved living in Spain!! Out of over 150 nations I’ve been it’s one of the top 3
over 150 !!!
Great interview, such a brave and positive lady, and such a charming house. I would do the same, from England, where we're being fleeced alive with the cost of living. Unfortunately my husband isn’t willing. I lived two years in Madrid and would recommend Spain to anyone.
WHAT AN AMAZING WOMAN and a wonderful story. Educational on a number of levels
I would retire overseas as well along with my wife, she plans to retire with me at a young age around 42 years old. We don't have house here in Australia, but overseas we can have a modest house of just 60K. My pension alone would make me live like a king, I'm excited, but of course I'm still gonna miss Australia because all my family lives here. But you know we all have different situations, I'm a late bloomer I just recently thought about saving, and just started investing. My financial advisor said I'm gonna be alright with nearly 1 million in savings including my superannuation, excluding my investments. This story gives me more confidence to retire at 60 years old overseas. Thank you that i found this story, it helps a lot to lessen my worries, and doubt retiring overseas. I feel like Australia has become a rich only people country, the cost of living is way over peoples budget, and Australians feels like they have been stab in the back by the government. That's all i wanna say.
I knew I can't afford to retire in my home country of Australia, but this just confirms it! I could afford to retire in Thailand at 50! But I'll need to look into Spain! Yearly trips to France, Italy, Croatia and Greece sounds appealing too!
Yes that’s a huge benefit you can hop on a train and visit other countries and beautiful cities. No enormous airfares to get somewhere else.❤️
Apparently Thailand has been changing visa rules, making it more complicated and uncertain. So EU might be a better option. Also, climate change is negatively affecting south Asia with increased heatwaves.
@@nicktw8688climate change is impacting Spain too. Record heat impacting olive oil production. I’d pick somewhere out of flood zone and accessible to sea breeze with long term water security
@@nicktw8688 Im an Aussie ex-pat living in Italy. This year the heat has been extreme. Things are definitely changing.
Spain is not only the sunny and arid Andalucía or the Mediterranean beaches.
There is also a coastal North, green like Ireland, with a nice Atlantic climate.
And particularly the Basque Country is the part of Spain with the best quality of life.
I think this is a fabulous interview...Thank you Norah for being so full & frank. Viva la buena vide!
I absolutely love Norah's philosophy and way of life. In my mid 50s and inspired to live abroad for the first time ever at some point. Hope you all get to live the life you want!
What an inspiring lady.!
Fantastic. An inspiring woman! Please offer more of this kind of story. 🎉🎉🎉
Hello, how are you doing?
Proud of you, took that big step, you earned it!! God Bless you!♥️
@7NEWSAUSTRALIA and Norah, Thank you for sharing your story! I'm thrilled for you! You give me hope for a bright future as a retiree.
What an inspiration. Lovely lady. Enjoying life to the full.
I think you are a very wise, courageous and beautiful woman. thanks for sharing your story.
Tremendous Video,so refreshingly honest and informative ❤❤❤❤
😊😊😊 very smart woman. You deserve and choose to be happy. Congratulations 🥂
Hello, how are you doing?
Very well constructed interview; covered alot of important facts to know. Ms. Aussie a very lovely spirit. 🎉 cheers to you both m
Just Wow. She really did her homework.
This woman is very lovely. I love her honesty and clarity
I am 73 and living in portugal,everything is cheaper here, love the country
I just want my money to keep growing faster than inflation. That’s why I’m looking for companies to invest my retirement savings of $250K I have sitting in the bank. I just don’t know the best strategies to use to make solid gains with steady cash flow.
Pick quality stocks and keep track of them. If that feels too complicated, consider hiring a wealth manager to grow your money. That's what I do.
You're right. A few neighbours and I in the Bel Air area work with an advisor who prefers that we dollar-cost average across different promising sectors rather than making a lump sum purchase. As a result, my portfolio grew by 40% last quarter.
pls how can I reach this expert, I need someone to give me a guide on how to manage my portfolio
Her name is Laura Grace Abels can't divulge much. Most likely, the internet should have her basic info, you can research if you like
" the sound of magpies " Got me emotional ❤
Bitter/sweet story. Wish you the best !!!
Curiously, it surprised me, because there are many magpies in Spain.
Although there may not be many in the area where she lives.
As an European citizen who lived in Australia and who still loves Australia I find it refreshing to watch her story ! I used to dream of going back to Australia but I guess after being back to Europe, I believe I am happy here !
I absolutely love this interview. This could easily be me. I'm taking notes.
What a lovely Aussie lady, someone that Australians at home can be proud off. It’s a pity so many Australians find the cost of living here so unbelievable high, causing the stranded of living dropping lower and lower, this shouldn’t be happening.
Great on her , she had the courage and made the efforts to learn a new language and culture , it keeps her young in mind and spirit..i am French from the south of France, very Latin culture too , after 38 years in Australia but i must alas admit that ìf Australia is still a great opportunity for young people,but when you retired and alone , it is very isolated for single retired woman , you become invisible,not a critique just my personal observation and opinion , and Many Australian family are spread out so far from each others that old single people are often alone, for exemple flying to perth from Brisbane , return can be as expensive that flying to Europe . Be aware that Spain , like France, each area , each part of spain are very differents from each others ,and maybe some parts are not so "assertive " as this person finds, as Spain has a history the last century of political opression under Franco dictatorship , so older people maybe alas had to keep their opinion for themselves and not revolt , and some others parts were very conservative and catholic, BUT the younger generation of Spanish people are very assertive ...for me, being French, i find Australian people" not so "assertive 😅, but then, i come from a culture of very opinionated and assertive people ( to say the least 😅😅.. ) well no flying to France atm , all airline on strike, and last months it was the trains 😂😂...i wish her the best , she has a great positive attitude ..
Many years ago the first day I arrived in London upon hearing my Australian accent a French farmer abused me for Australia's agricultural exports policy! Like I set the policy! He was so rude. There's assertiveness and there's plain rudeness. This happened in 1986 and I've never forgotten it.
Hello, how are you doing?
Coucou Catherine, vous habitez a Brisbane? Je suis francaise/australienne, ma mere (aussi Catherine) est de Paris, mais elle vit en Australie depuis 40 ans. C'est possible que vous vous connaissiez deja peut etre?? haha. J'ai quitté l'Australie il y a presque 6 ans maintenant et depuis que je suis en Espagne (apart covid) j'ai eu une meuilleur qualité de vie et un travail stable, que je n'avais pas en Australie pendant beaucoup d'années. And yes you are right, French are much more assertive than Aussies, by far! haha. And also it is true that older people are very alone in Australia versus in Europe (I can only speak for Mediterranean countries) people spend a lot of time with them.
Catherine, hace cincuenta años que murió el dictador, prácticamente nadie se acuerda de él.
Jóvenes y mayores, los españoles son gente muy abierta y fáciles de trato.
Eso es así de norte a sur y de este a oeste, no hay gran diferencia de caracteres.
¿ Conservadores? yo me he encontrado en situaciones bastante grotescas por gente intolerante en Francia, que serían imposibles en España.
Well done Norah, I’m with you, enjoy retirement, you deserve it ☀️🙏
What a great story, and a wonderful lady!
In the 1990s I sold pensions on the strength that the tax free lump sum would pay off most if not all of the mortgage and leave the investor with a pension for life. Most were over a 40 year term plus, I was not alone.
The approach of selling pensions with the promise that a tax-free lump sum would pay off mortgages and provide a lifelong pension was common in the 1990s. However, many factors can affect the outcome, including changes in the housing market and interest rates. It's crucial for investors to seek personalized advice and consider diversified financial strategies to ensure long-term financial stability.
it's vital for investors to seek personalized advice and adopt diversified financial strategies. Working with a knowledgeable financial advisor is crucial for achieving long-term financial stability and freedom
I'm intrigued by this. I've searched for financial advisers online but it's kind of hard to get in touch with one. Okay if I ask you for a recommendation?
I've experimented with a few over the past years, but I've stuck with Rebecca Lynne Buie for about three years now, and her performance has been consistently impressive. She's quite known in her field, look her up.
Wow, her track record looks really good from what I found online. I'll take a chance and see how it goes. Thanks for the info
Norah, thank you for sharing your story. You are such an inspiring independent woman. Sounds like the perfect place to retire. All the best on your life journey.