Our Black Utopia is a safe space for PROGRESSIVE and WELL-MEANING Black Expats, aspiring Expats, and Black folks on the FIRE journey. This is not a space to debate the merits of maga or why one should stay where they don't want to stay. If you want to engage in that type of discussion do so somewhere else. ( this is Halisi being polite)
I just purchased my first home 6 months ago; and my husband just sent off his expedited passport application today. Although I have 6 figures in personal savings and we both have stable and monthly income, I feel like those 2 factors alone make me feel like we have major setbacks. I am definitely going to watch the entire video. I think we might need to try the 90 days Visa route first 🤔🤷🏽
Black man living in Thailand watching your channel for the first time and I’m just proud of you two. I’m living in a 3 year leased condo on the 20th floor with fitness center and pool. My rent, cable are $300 a month. I’m on Social Security. I know 300 words of Thai and can communicate just fine. Not going back.
@@JamesTatum-hq1ym 🙏🏾 coming to town next week - Phuket Bangkok and Chiang Mai - there’s about 20 of us from 🇵🇹 coming. Send us email we’d like to connect. Hello@ourblackutopia.com
Good for you J. I am trying to move out of Sodom and Gomorrah (USA) as soon as possible. Thailand, Lisbon Portugal, and Panama were listed as the places of choice for blacks.
I’m a white woman and you were on my feed today. I am glad you are providing a platform for black Americans. We are in scary times. As an intuitive practitioner, I felt the night of the election that the results were shifted. I saw Musk, satellites and algorithms changing numbers. I also saw Russia and even China played a small part. Kamala was the true winner of this election. I’m sick about what is happening. Fascists have cheated their way to power and it is just like Germany with Hitler. I was thinking of Portugal for my daughter and I. Looking into other countries. I see Hell coming to the States. I won’t live in a country where my daughter can be raped, forced to carry a child to term, and then allowed to die if there are complications. Amongst a host of other issues. Scary times. I just wanted to let you know that I think you guys are great for helping people. Blacks have suffered way too long under white rule. I’m so sorry!
Hey Abdul - you know all of this stuff already. It's go time - it may not be perfect but it will be better than the nonsense that is happening in the States.
I moved to Panama in January after planning for 3 years. It has been one of the best decisions in my life. I have been watching Ric and Halsi for about 2 years and love their education and insights. Keep doing it Y'all
65 yr old, retired yt woman. I love your content. Thank you for all you are doing. I'm contemplating a move from the USA, myself. I speak English and fairly descent spanish.
My sister moved to Panama 2 years ago. Came back to the United States to sell her house and said get your passport. My nephew moved to Thailand. I have been researching Costa Rica and Mexico. Learning Spanish right now. Even though I am 83, I have had enough in this country. I just need to know how to move my money, Africa is the richest continent on earth and China and other countries are establishing businesses there in numerous countries on the continent. Africa can use our black genius. Exploring countries there also. If our ancestors could build America with slave labor for free, we can build somewhere else and be free. We don't need America, they need us.
Dorothy - I would leave my money in the US until he starts hinting at dismantling the FDIC. You can transfer as you need it - we look at the exchange rate and when it looks good - we transfer 2-5 months worth of expenses. Mexico is the softest landing with a HUGE Black community. Lake Chapala, great retirement community of older Americans (lots of palm-colored people though). Mérida is great for Black Americans but it's hot and humid - some folks love that. Querétaro and San Miguel de Allende both have a thriving Black community - Querétaro is VERY affordable.
Why trying to discourage ppl from the motherland. The Bible says we the Hebrews will one day go back to the continent we came from, this is the time. They can never experience racism in Africa. (Am not talking about South Africa)
You are correct in knowing you have to move. Be careful with our Homeland continent of Africa when it comes to real estate purchases. Tribal lands vs newly developed properties. There are scammers involved with land purchases in particular. Africa is developing, though it may be a final destination for many of us, mustn't rush. Hire an attorney, investigate the land owner, developers. Learn about areas flooding in what seasons? Water system efficiency etc. May YAH'ELOHIM guide your steps. I hope you win. Peace 🙏
@ there are Black expats in many countries. Talk to them. jalove is right. And even beyond scams just different laws and rules. We have folks in Ghana, Kigali Rwanda, Tanzania, and a lot in South Africa
@@favor7770 SHES 83 YEARS OLD. Where have you lived in Africa?!?! It’s not a life of ease necessarily for an older adult! My brother in law died during Covid because they still didn’t have the vaccine- the felon in chief held them Back from Africa!!! And my brother in law was rich! I’ve spoken to the Black Americans who live in the continent and though most are happy it’s not easy. SA is going to be the easiest for an American. And it’s WAY DOWN THERE far from family except her kid in Asia. THINK BEFORE YOU POP OFF. And don’t think that there’s not anti Black Americanism on the continent.
It wasn't their country, they were gypsies who were all over Europe, not just Germany, and they were up to the same exact shenanigans they're up to here in the United States, that's what made people snap on them, only this time they have a whole country to run to and hide when people catch on💯
2 to 3 months of funds? That’s crazy. Only if you already have a remote job. I’ve been living abroad for 9 years. Don’t leave unless you have at least a year or two of funds without having to work or you’ll just have to come back.
Did you listen to the whole video? 😆 If you did, you would've heard that it was 2-3 months of emergency funds and a 100% remote job. If you listened to the whole video, we said we had 2 years' living expenses and had that when we moved to Portugal; not including our retirement accounts.
@@OurBlackUtopia my first time on your Channel. You both have beautiful personality❤️😊Thank you for sharing good information. I will subscribe and share video.
52 year old nurse...I love your channel...I am behind the 8 ball with savings and handling money but working on it now...I love you all and your content...keep doing what you all doung 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛
Get the Ready to Retire Toolkit-the link is in the description below and it’s free. Thoroughly assess your spending-go back 3 months to see where every penny is going. List your expenses and next to each you will keep it, replace it with something cheaper or eliminate it. We canceled a bunch of subscriptions and cable TV, we got a cheaper cell service, etc. we had potlucks with friends instead of going out. You get the point. The key is to lower expenses as much as possible. Then you need to increase income. Ask for a raise, sell those designer shoes and bags, get a 2nd job for a couple of months. Then consider Mexico, it’s easy much less expensive and there’s a large Black community in many cities.
Haters gotta hate 😆 but they are going to eF around and find out 🤷🏽♀️ Thank you so much for watching and for your encouragement 😉 Let us know how else we can help your journey.
Thank you so much! You have played an integral part in opening my mind about leaving the USA. I am so grateful for you. I pray that I am blessed to do so by 2026.
Kellie, You are so welcome and thank you so much for watching and for your encouragement. 💕 Let us know how we can help your journey. In the meantime, here are some resources that might help: bit.ly/OBUresources. You might also be interested in our private Facebook group - FIRE over 50, you don’t have to be over 50 but definitely from the diaspora: bit.ly/FIREover50 🙄
America needs to be honest with itself, the founding fathers never envisioned a diverse nation where people lived in racial harmony. They just wanted to get away from England and its Monarchy rules, they wanted a Europe in America minus a King's foot on their necks. If you dont believe me got to the naturilization act of 1790 by the first U.S. President and first U.S. Congress and look at the only people allowed to become U.S. Citizens. This stayed law until the 14th ammendment in 1868, an admendment Trump has vowed to get rid of when he takes office. The goal has always been a homegenous country of Europeans. Even Abraham Lincoln said in 1862 to free people of African descent, when slavery is over European Americans will never see you as equals, and he even said that all people of African descent should leave America for their own good and those of his own race. Lincoln said to those who did not want to leave, that even the people on his side would not want them to stay if their whole popu;ation was free! They dont teach this in school but Lincoln writings are availble for all to see. It gave me a more pessimitic view of things because we have been living a lie so long!
@OntheWingsofDoves - Also, most of the people in authority were 2nd, 3rd and 4th sons of English aristocrats who would not inherit anything from their fathers, so they had to make their fortunes somewhere else. That's how Southern Gentry came about in the Southern States of the USA.
But please remember that there were wagon trains in droves moving through the hard winter to the north to fight against slavery. White people. Who lost babies to the cold and still believed in the importance of moving forward. All along there have been warriors on both sides standing together. Fighting for what's right. Don't turn us out now. I mean go, for sure, but we're with you in prayer and spirit. And I also feel that the vote should have been closer.
Now its time for the truth, the majority of those people could care less about my people, I do give great credit to abolishinist, but they were few and far betweeen. I come to the painful reality that neither side really cared about my people, Lincoln was more concerned with what slavery was doing to European Americans and saving the Union: "The aspiration of men is to enjoy equality with the best when free, but on this broad continent, not a single man of your race is made the equal of a single man of ours. Go where you are treated the best, and the ban is still upon you. I do not propose to discuss this, but to present it as a fact with which we have to deal. I cannot alter it if I would. It is a fact, about which we all think and feel alike, I and you. We look to our condition, owing to the existence of the two races on this continent. I need not recount to you the effects upon [whyte] men, growing out of the institution of Slavery. I believe in its general evil effects on the [whyte] race. See our present condition---the country engaged in war!---our [whyte] men cutting one another's throats, none knowing how far it will extend; and then consider what we know to be the truth. But for your race among us there could not be war, 👉🏿although many men engaged on either side do not care for you one way or the other.👈🏿Nevertheless, I repeat, without the institution of Slavery and the colored race as a basis, the war could not have an existence." (Abraham Lincoln, August 14, 1862) Colonization-The Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln Vol 5
Absolutely - now if our damn kids would just get / renew their passports I could sleep easier at night. 😕 thanks for watching and let us know how else we can help your journey.
right I didnt hear nothing about people who need the most help which is those sick those who aRE seniors and disabled what about them sounds good but how some of them people gone get out hmmm
@@LulaThomas-ix5ny so did six million Jews, had faith in God. They were exterminated. So did millions of your ancestors during slavery. Many were killed. And tortured til the day they died. God is not responsible for what evil men do. We were given a free will. Given the circumstances of the pending arrival of fascism, we must take caution. Pray. Yes. But please do not ignore the severity of the situation. I’ve never known or heard of a Christian who refused to escape a burning building and pray as flames consumed him.
@@LulaThomas-ix5ny God did help the slaves for 400 years and counting. No one is afraid. We have to help ourselves too. God doesn't want us to just take the disrespect.
I plan on leaving the US for Kuala Lumpur Malaysia around January 17, 2025. I would like to get in touch with the black Americans, especially senior women who lived there.
Wow wow wow. I am super thrilled to have run across your podcast. I am not familiar with you guys. This is the first time I am visiting your podcast, but it came at a time where I was just speaking to my family about seriously considering leaving the United States. One of my Considered countries is Portugal. I have not been there yet but plan to go on my next birthday which will be my 60th birthday. I have heard wonderful things about Portugal and to run into your podcast, I feel is a divine find. after listening for only a half an hour I am blown away. This podcast is so rich with information that I know I’m going to have to set aside a few hours on the weekend with my pad and paper and really dissect this. I am seven years away from possible retirement from the New York City Court system, and I have dragged my feet on the necessary preparation to be able to retire comfortably. I look forward to learning so much more, I look forward to tapping into you guys as resource, I look forward to prospering from this gift that was seemingly haphazardly placed in my lap. thank you for having the heart and foresight to do something just like this. God bless you and you will definitely be seeing and hearing more.
I am thinking of moving back to jamaica. At least the learning curve and adjustment won't be as stressful to adapt to .I still have family and friends there who can help me to transition.
Do it do it do it. But you have other options too. You moved from Jamaica to the hardest country to get residency - anything else should be a breeze. If we can move from Denver to Lisbon - you can move from the States to anywhere in the world...just sayin'...
@GregMeghooOlympian first go out there get connected with your family. Decide if you want to purchase and build your own home. (Land) start saving your money. DON'T Be afraid to go
I can't thank you enough for all your hard work spending time making these videos educating us on all these very important matters. If not you, who? Thank you so much. Angelique.
As a Mexican-American, I don’t feel safe in this country and worry for our safety. Even though I am a citizen, I will probably never be American enough for them. I am working on getting passports this month and maybe slow travel until we find a place that we can call home. My 20 and 16 year old sons would be coming with me. I am tutoring English online but trying to figure out how to grow my business and income to where we can survive and live comfortably in another country.
@flossyraven Take Heart! African Americans, and other descendants of the Trans Atlantic/Indian Ocean Slave Holocaust (the so called "Negroes") are actually descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob/Israel. For their disobedience, they were/are to be enslaved and oppressed for 400 years in countries not theirs...in land unfamiliar to their ancestors. Afterwards YAH/God will return them to their homeland: Genesis Chapter 15, Verses 13-16 All of Israel ( The Promised Land) is the "Negroes" homeland. That small sliver of occupied land, currently called "Israel", is Not the totality of "Melanated/Israel's homeland. The biblical land of Israel probably encompasses a large portion of Africa and the so-called "Middle East". The official arrival date of enslaved people on American soil is 1619. The Gregorian Calendar is a few years ahead of the biblical calendar/timing. According to the Ethiopian Calendar (which is more biblically accurate) there are approximately 5 to 6 more years left until the 400 year freedom promise is complete. Deuteronomy Chapter 28, Verses 15-68 and Leviticus Chapter 26, Verses 14-39 identifies who the REAL Israelites are; by identifying the conditions of their abuse. No other people-group have received this collective treatment...except the "Negro". Somehow YAH/God will ensure our safe return to our homeland. In the meantime, we should Pray/Communicate with Him, and Follow His Commandments...being the people He originally intended us to be. My current travels are in South and East Africa... exploring what could possibly be my home. I haven't ventured yet into the so-called "Middle East". Shalom (Peace) Blessings
Im going to Africa..im purchasing and investing where my people are and where my dna is plus I have found family there plus I have plenty of friends from there. So that's where I'm going.
Much Good Is Given - be careful - the continent is a great place for SOME PEOPLE. Every place is not for every body. For instance, in 83 year old single woman with health issues contacted us. I would not suggest the continent to her for a lot of reasons. We love Lisbon Portugal and are treated like royalty - but it will not be every person's cup of tea, and that's okay. We want folks to find a country that brings them joy and treats them well.
YASSSS, we're happy for you Anika! We have family in S. Africa but it's just too far south for our lifestyle - and the fact that I have aging parents in the US. But we're happy that you have found YOUR utopia 🥰
You rock! Thank you LaQuila so much - all of our Super Thanks money goes to our scholarship fund for Beyond the Bling Financial Freedom course for late bloomers. 🙏🏾 we thank you and the community thanks you. 🥰
I’m definitely open to coliving. + There will be NO Christmas this year. I’m selling everything on eBay, Poshmark, Mercari and FB Marketplace, and i will not leave the house without taking a bag of stuff out to the trash or donation bins EVERYDAY!
I've been in New Mexico for 17 years - born/raised and originally from Southern California. I was one of five hundred people that was laid off in October - It really was an answer to my prayers and is just a matter of getting used to not having to be stuck at a desk after ten years of working for a bank. They're offering a 'generous' severance package for us to just walk away. So, I'm excited, scared and ready to take the leap. My heart is being drawn to Portugal, but I can go just about anywhere at this point. I'm so happy to have found your video on RUclips. I love your energy - you both feel like family to me. I started selling stuff but then started double guessing myself and was just going to move up to the mountains (Taos, NM). I've always thought for years, why people would still live in the South. After this election, I started asking why are Black People staying in the United States? I've never felt unsafe in the U.S. until now, and while nothing has really changed for me - I don't want to "wait and see". I'm also, trying not to be a drama queen or paranoid - I don't think I can stand another four years of the Trump show and don't want to live with my head on a swivel. I'm a young 60 years of age, have no kids but I am a pet parent (which is a major concern I have regarding the logistics of relocating with her). I haven't found an airline that offered flights to accommodate emotional support animals - I've even inquired about the cost to charter a private plane - I want out....lol - I've subscribed to your channel and look forward to scheduling a one on one. What I've heard thus far has been very helpful - Thank you both.
Mother of 2 adult children in California and feeling scared about this process.😢. My rationale mind understands the importance of this moment. My emotional mind is in panic mode. I am trying to get my wise mind and accept the anxiety and fear of this moment. Trusting God.
as a Black mom I feel your pain. I have a teenage son and I’m afraid for him. Our children will not be safe under this new administration and that is not hyperbole or Fairman. These people have received the signal that they can do whatever they want especially in our community and they will not face consequences.
Blessed is the man that walk-through not in the counsel of the ungodly nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. God sees their gatherings and their plans. But God is in control. He uses even the wicked for the evil day. Theses are dark and evil days. For God's chosen People, called by His name TRUST HIM. He loves us, while being a jealous God. Nobody or government takes His place!!!
I appreciate your insight & advice. However, I don’t feel it’s good to move too quickly without guidance. Everybody can’t move. I will pray for others. That being said, I will keep tuned in to my elders, and move when it’s safe to do so, as they instruct us along the way.
I just stumbled upon this channel I am a Black American born citizen senior from Chicago Losing my health insurance and any decrease in hard earned social security Retirement will affect my basic needs tremendously. I've worked for 4 decades since the age 18 in the nonprofit sector. I'm interested hearing your expertise and perspectived
@arielrose8420 I live in St. Thomas United States Virgin Islands, and I am also parially from Tortola British Virgin Islands. There are a massive number of people from Jamaica living in Tortola.. Please do more research before you move there. All the best to you and yours!
@@PheonixRising Girlfriend my parents returned to Jamaica when they retired, I'm Jamaican and I will not go anywhere else in the world we have acres of lands that my grandparents left us also I've been building my house, now that it's finished, Jamaica here I come, also my grandparents left us a house so did our parents, theirs no place better than yard🇯🇲
Blessings. I never felt comfortable in New York. I appreciate what yall bring to the table. It's so needed. Thank you for enlighting us and doing so much work to free us from bandage. Love ya! Sandra
I do cold better than hot. My -25 down coat sat through a NFL game when the high temperature was 12 degrees F (-11.1111 C). I went to winter camp as a kid where the counselors said you can always put on enough clothing to stay warm but you can't take off enough to stay cool.
Thank you so much for watching and for the sub,🥳 WELCOME to the OBU family. Thank you so much for watching and let us know how we can help your journey. In the meantime, here are some resources that might help: bit.ly/OBUresources. You might also be interested in our private Facebook group - FIRE over 50, you don’t have to be over 50 but definitely from the diaspora: bit.ly/FIREover50
I am trying to get out of here for Ghana. I leave in a few days and I'm supposed to come back right after Christmas I plan to come back and turn around and leave again never to return.
Let us know how you find Ghana - and remember it's a country; if one city doesn't suit you try others. Get our Scouting Trip checklist (it's free) and be objective. bit.ly/OBUresources
I've been talking about this with my family for the past 5 years. Most of them have left me by myself because they couldn't deal with my Doom and gloom. Now I'm telling them to get a passport as soon as possible get their money together cuz I'm out.
I would LOVE TO KNOW what they're saying post-election. Because I'll tell you, before the election we were getting an average of 3000 views now we average 10,000 😆 - folks are waking up.
Some black people are scared to move to another city. NEVER less another country. Many black people are young souls. They r not prepared to move anywhere. They are going to stay in America and make it the best way they can, to move out the country that takes growth and maturity
Hello, first time watcher. I am so excited! You are my family that God sent my way! I am an informed Black, IT professional. Looking to consider moving outside of US. Need more information. Woke up, and you were in my stream!!😄😄😄
Thank you so much for your guidance!! My brother and want to get out desperately so all the help is greatly appreciated. ❤❤❤. Hopefully, I'll be telling my story soon. 😊
Keep your eyes on the prize and you WILL get to where you want to be. Thank you so much for watching and please forgive the delay in responding. We are currently traveling throughout Thailand 🇹🇭 😳 Let us know how else we can help your journey. In the meantime, here are some resources that might help: bit.ly/OBUresources. You might also be interested in our private Facebook group - FIRE over 50, you don’t have to be over 50 but definitely from the diaspora: bit.ly/FIREover50 🙄
For stock portfolios, call the platform that you use, ask if you can access it online from outside of the USA. You may need to move your investments to one that you can trade on from outside of this place.
Appreciate it! 🙏🏾 Brenda. Let us know how else we can help your journey. In the meantime, here are some resources that might help. bit.ly/OBUresources *Ready to Retire Toolkit *Investing FAQs, the basics *Budget Travel Tips *Scouting Trip Checklist F.I.R.E. over 50 Facebook Group for folks of the Diaspora: bit.ly/FIREover50 Get our weekly email updates and insights: bit.ly/ourblackutopia
What about 72-year-old retired CNA. I am probably too old to travel so I guess I'll have to stay here😊 I love your show so far what I've heard God bless you and I'm glad you out there helping people cuz they're definitely going to need you thank you
One of our best friends is 82, and he travels all the time. He does international trips at least twice per year. 🤷🏾♀️. We have an 81 year old who moved here last year
Very cool - do you watch Ashley in Afrika? She's the real deal. Thank you so much for watching 😉 Let us know how else we can help your journey. In the meantime, here are some resources that might help: bit.ly/OBUresources. You might also be interested in our private Facebook group - FIRE over 50, you don’t have to be over 50 but definitely from the diaspora: bit.ly/FIREover50 🙄
JUST came acriss your site....oMG...what a most beaytiful couple...he is sooo sweet and she looks at him like the best flavor ice cream she has ever eaten....Am from Ghana but have been in states for twi many years...1957 went from Gold Coast to europe to north america from nyc to michigan /1982 to now ...will be leaving to go back to Ghana very soon...
My home is paid for as of last year. I live in a military where rental properties are always in need. Therefore, renting my home would be more than enough for monthly expenses allowing us to save and not need to depend on our income which also includes military retirement, as well as ss.
Awww, thank you 🥰 and thank you so much for watching. I use aloe vera gel mixed with coconut oil and slather sun block. Do you have a move abroad plan?
@@OurBlackUtopiadon’t forget food is healthier in Portugal plus your happier less stress. Thanks girl….. I am running out to buy Aloe Vera gel and coconut oil😆
Thank you so very much Gregory Joseph Texas first time listening I love love love love love very much what you do iTune voted democratic and I was pushing pushing really hard for the smarter person😊
IDK what "too old" is. But an easy safe bet for Americans and a place that has a HUGE Black American population is...Mexico. Think about it - they have great health care, the Mexican people are lovely and accepting, the food is the BOMB, it's inexpensive, and it's an easy VISA process.
@@anikacorbett7714 we are advocating that Black people (who for so long have been told what to do) go wherever brings them joy! We want that for YOU! But don’t get upset if our joy is in a different location and PLEASE don’t assume that we are not as “woke” 🧐
@@anikacorbett7714 Ghana is not for the faint of heart. Some don’t have the energy to deal with the maneuvering this is necessary in a developing economy.
What blessing you are! 🙏 I appreciate you so very much. I am a 60 year old African American woman and want to leave the U.S. but I need guidance. I am on Social Security Disabilty Insurance (SSDI)and use a walker. Would live to do my Mental Health & Behavioral health counselling remotely. Open to working w/ other remote jobs. Doing OK with my health, but need a good holistic doctor.
Hey Drea 🙏🏾 so much and welcome to the OBU family! Please let us know how else we can help your journey, in the meantime, here are some resources that might help bit.ly/OBUresources
Good morning, currently living in South Carolina, but we OWN properties in Panama, and we love it. The cost of living is very reasonable. Thanks, John Marsh
Just found your channel…great stuff! I’m originally from Philly, but have been a resident in Ghana since 2020 (interesting story, I got stuck there during covid). I also did a “remote year” as a digital nomad in 2023 and traveled to 10 countries. Now, I host trips for our brothers & sisters to visit Ghana before relocating. Feel free to ask me questions; I’m happy to help. 😊
What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? 15 Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. 16 If one of you says to them, “Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? 17 In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead....Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds. When the melon-felon gives cops immunity we cannot say, God why have you foresaken me when he has sent a warning - including exposing the game plan from folks who are nothing but evil personified.
Don't believe these people they just trying to scare you this is your home if you want to leave you leave don't let nobody scare you away they just telling you this to make money
@@OurBlackUtopia Amen, you pray, you giving it up to God and then you go to work. God helps those whom help themselves. I have such trepidation for those who think they just have to stay still and keep their heads in the sand. Babylon is falling, the empire is crashing down. Folks need to look outside of the US news and see what other countries are doing to distance themselves from the cursed country. My family is plans, we hope and pray we have those 180 to get out.
Our Black Utopia is a safe space for PROGRESSIVE and WELL-MEANING Black Expats, aspiring Expats, and Black folks on the FIRE journey. This is not a space to debate the merits of maga or why one should stay where they don't want to stay. If you want to engage in that type of discussion do so somewhere else. ( this is Halisi being polite)
Do you think it will be too late to try to leave after the inaugration?
@ No, Rome wasn’t built in a day. 😉 But I would be making plans today to leave ASAP. You got this 👊🏾
I just purchased my first home 6 months ago; and my husband just sent off his expedited passport application today. Although I have 6 figures in personal savings and we both have stable and monthly income, I feel like those 2 factors alone make me feel like we have major setbacks. I am definitely going to watch the entire video. I think we might need to try the 90 days Visa route first 🤔🤷🏽
Ok where we going? Who gotbthe answers
BREAKING News there may be Nuclear World War 3 between America, Ukraine the Russian Federation and countries of NATO.
Black man living in Thailand watching your channel for the first time and I’m just proud of you two. I’m living
in a 3 year leased condo on the 20th floor with fitness center and pool. My rent, cable are $300 a month.
I’m on Social Security. I know 300 words of Thai and can communicate just fine. Not going back.
@@JamesTatum-hq1ym 🙏🏾 coming to town next week - Phuket Bangkok and Chiang Mai - there’s about 20 of us from 🇵🇹 coming. Send us email we’d like to connect. Hello@ourblackutopia.com
@@JamesTatum-hq1ym ssi from USA???
Good for you J. I am trying to move out of Sodom and Gomorrah (USA) as soon as possible. Thailand, Lisbon Portugal, and Panama were listed as the places of choice for blacks.
Are you on SSDI?
@@JamesTatum-hq1ym Amen Brother! ❤️
Black needs to unite we are stronger together and that’s real
Amen. 😃 Thank you so much for watching and for adding to the conversation. 💕
those Hispanics are so unified. they have grocery stores and many other types of businesses.
I've been saying that for years... Genesis 11:6.
I’m a white woman and you were on my feed today. I am glad you are providing a platform for black Americans. We are in scary times. As an intuitive practitioner, I felt the night of the election that the results were shifted. I saw Musk, satellites and algorithms changing numbers. I also saw Russia and even China played a small part. Kamala was the true winner of this election. I’m sick about what is happening. Fascists have cheated their way to power and it is just like Germany with Hitler.
I was thinking of Portugal for my daughter and I. Looking into other countries. I see Hell coming to the States. I won’t live in a country where my daughter can be raped, forced to carry a child to term, and then allowed to die if there are complications. Amongst a host of other issues. Scary times.
I just wanted to let you know that I think you guys are great for helping people. Blacks have suffered way too long under white rule. I’m so sorry!
DO YOU HAVE A PICTURE OF YOURSELF
I have a friend who escaped Costa Rica to come here. Good luck.
You are on point about the election.
Your content is making many of us to speed up our moving out!
Hey Abdul - you know all of this stuff already. It's go time - it may not be perfect but it will be better than the nonsense that is happening in the States.
@@abdulidi733 Have fun
I moved to Panama in January after planning for 3 years. It has been one of the best decisions in my life. I have been watching Ric and Halsi for about 2 years and love their education and insights. Keep doing it Y'all
How’s it there in Panama ? I heard they use US dollars their currency?
@anthonykitchen2836 yes Panama does use the US currency
65 yr old, retired yt woman. I love your content. Thank you for all you are doing. I'm contemplating a move from the USA, myself. I speak English and fairly descent spanish.
My sister moved to Panama 2 years ago. Came back to the United States to sell her house and said get your passport. My nephew moved to Thailand. I have been researching Costa Rica and Mexico. Learning Spanish right now. Even though I am 83, I have had enough in this country. I just need to know how to move my money, Africa is the richest continent on earth and China and other countries are establishing businesses there in numerous countries on the continent. Africa can use our black genius. Exploring countries there also. If our ancestors could build America with slave labor for free, we can build somewhere else and be free. We don't need America, they need us.
Dorothy - I would leave my money in the US until he starts hinting at dismantling the FDIC. You can transfer as you need it - we look at the exchange rate and when it looks good - we transfer 2-5 months worth of expenses. Mexico is the softest landing with a HUGE Black community. Lake Chapala, great retirement community of older Americans (lots of palm-colored people though). Mérida is great for Black Americans but it's hot and humid - some folks love that. Querétaro and San Miguel de Allende both have a thriving Black community - Querétaro is VERY affordable.
Why trying to discourage ppl from the motherland. The Bible says we the Hebrews will one day go back to the continent we came from, this is the time. They can never experience racism in Africa. (Am not talking about South Africa)
You are correct in knowing you have to move. Be careful with our Homeland continent of Africa when it comes to real estate purchases. Tribal lands vs newly developed properties. There are scammers involved with land purchases in particular. Africa is developing, though it may be a final destination for many of us, mustn't rush. Hire an attorney, investigate the land owner, developers. Learn about areas flooding in what seasons? Water system efficiency etc. May YAH'ELOHIM guide your steps. I hope you win. Peace 🙏
@ there are Black expats in many countries. Talk to them. jalove is right. And even beyond scams just different laws and rules. We have folks in Ghana, Kigali Rwanda, Tanzania, and a lot in South Africa
@@favor7770 SHES 83 YEARS OLD. Where have you lived in Africa?!?! It’s not a life of ease necessarily for an older adult! My brother in law died during Covid because they still didn’t have the vaccine- the felon in chief held them Back from Africa!!! And my brother in law was rich! I’ve spoken to the Black Americans who live in the continent and though most are happy it’s not easy. SA is going to be the easiest for an American. And it’s WAY DOWN THERE far from family except her kid in Asia. THINK BEFORE YOU POP OFF. And don’t think that there’s not anti Black Americanism on the continent.
Lived out of the country for almost 4 years. America is home. I love America
For those who say, "it's my country and I'm gonna stay and fight," believe you me, many Jews felt the exact same way in Berlin in 1939.
Many Palestinians feel the same way now
@@Moman-re8ui
Exactly what I've been feeling.
It wasn't their country, they were gypsies who were all over Europe, not just Germany, and they were up to the same exact shenanigans they're up to here in the United States, that's what made people snap on them, only this time they have a whole country to run to and hide when people catch on💯
Your channel gets 100 percent my respect. Not even my husband listened to me about leaving. Now it's a different ball game
Awww, thank you Sabrina, 🥰 and thank you so much for watching and for your encouragement. Tell hubby to watch too. The men are so hard to convince.
I was able to convince mineaso.
This is the first time I've seen this channel. Thank you so much for all the information.
2 to 3 months of funds? That’s crazy. Only if you already have a remote job. I’ve been living abroad for 9 years. Don’t leave unless you have at least a year or two of funds without having to work or you’ll just have to come back.
Did you listen to the whole video? 😆 If you did, you would've heard that it was 2-3 months of emergency funds and a 100% remote job. If you listened to the whole video, we said we had 2 years' living expenses and had that when we moved to Portugal; not including our retirement accounts.
@ oh ok. I didn’t hear that part. I agree then.
@@RosemaryBlackwell Great advice 👍
I'm done for I'm ready to go
@@OurBlackUtopia my first time on your Channel. You both have beautiful personality❤️😊Thank you for sharing good information. I will subscribe and share video.
My son has been trying to convince me to get out of the US for the past 6 years Now I wished I’d listened you just answered my questions
52 year old nurse...I love your channel...I am behind the 8 ball with savings and handling money but working on it now...I love you all and your content...keep doing what you all doung 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛
Get the Ready to Retire Toolkit-the link is in the description below and it’s free. Thoroughly assess your spending-go back 3 months to see where every penny is going. List your expenses and next to each you will keep it, replace it with something cheaper or eliminate it. We canceled a bunch of subscriptions and cable TV, we got a cheaper cell service, etc. we had potlucks with friends instead of going out. You get the point. The key is to lower expenses as much as possible. Then you need to increase income. Ask for a raise, sell those designer shoes and bags, get a 2nd job for a couple of months. Then consider Mexico, it’s easy much less expensive and there’s a large Black community in many cities.
Also try an organization called Global Medical Staffing!
Check out Thailand… 500.00 is about 17,000 Thai Baht… your dollars REALLY STRETCHHHHHHH there! I’m on my way!!God Bless
I forgot to let you know that I'm a first timer ❤ You and your husband are doing a very good job informing us black people. Thanks
again ❤
Love you guys! Sorry that you had so many haters today! I enjoyed the video and all the valuable information! Keep helping us!❤
Haters gotta hate 😆 but they are going to eF around and find out 🤷🏽♀️ Thank you so much for watching and for your encouragement 😉 Let us know how else we can help your journey.
This is our first time on this platform and loving it.
Hello Black Utopia. Im glad to be here. I moved to Belize 23 years ago. Im not sorry. Visiting the US. I hear you!
Thank you so much! You have played an integral part in opening my mind about leaving the USA. I am so grateful for you. I pray that I am blessed to do so by 2026.
Kellie, You are so welcome and thank you so much for watching and for your encouragement. 💕 Let us know how we can help your journey. In the meantime, here are some resources that might help: bit.ly/OBUresources. You might also be interested in our private Facebook group - FIRE over 50, you don’t have to be over 50 but definitely from the diaspora: bit.ly/FIREover50 🙄
America needs to be honest with itself, the founding fathers never envisioned a diverse nation where people lived in racial harmony. They just wanted to get away from England and its Monarchy rules, they wanted a Europe in America minus a King's foot on their necks. If you dont believe me got to the naturilization act of 1790 by the first U.S. President and first U.S. Congress and look at the only people allowed to become U.S. Citizens.
This stayed law until the 14th ammendment in 1868, an admendment Trump has vowed to get rid of when he takes office. The goal has always been a homegenous country of Europeans.
Even Abraham Lincoln said in 1862 to free people of African descent, when slavery is over European Americans will never see you as equals, and he even said that all people of African descent should leave America for their own good and those of his own race.
Lincoln said to those who did not want to leave, that even the people on his side would not want them to stay if their whole popu;ation was free! They dont teach this in school but Lincoln writings are availble for all to see. It gave me a more pessimitic view of things because we have been living a lie so long!
@OntheWingsofDoves - Also, most of the people in authority were 2nd, 3rd and 4th sons of English aristocrats who would not inherit anything from their fathers, so they had to make their fortunes somewhere else. That's how Southern Gentry came about in the Southern States of the USA.
But please remember that there were wagon trains in droves moving through the hard winter to the north to fight against slavery. White people. Who lost babies to the cold and still believed in the importance of moving forward. All along there have been warriors on both sides standing together. Fighting for what's right. Don't turn us out now. I mean go, for sure, but we're with you in prayer and spirit. And I also feel that the vote should have been closer.
Now its time for the truth, the majority of those people could care less about my people, I do give great credit to abolishinist, but they were few and far betweeen. I come to the painful reality that neither side really cared about my people, Lincoln was more concerned with what slavery was doing to European Americans and saving the Union:
"The aspiration of men is to enjoy equality with the best when free, but on this broad continent, not a single man of your race is made the equal of a single man of ours. Go where you are treated the best, and the ban is still upon you.
I do not propose to discuss this, but to present it as a fact with which we have to deal. I cannot alter it if I would. It is a fact, about which we all think and feel alike, I and you. We look to our condition, owing to the existence of the two races on this continent. I need not recount to you the effects upon [whyte] men, growing out of the institution of Slavery. I believe in its general evil effects on the [whyte] race. See our present condition---the country engaged in war!---our [whyte] men cutting one another's throats, none knowing how far it will extend; and then consider what we know to be the truth. But for your race among us there could not be war, 👉🏿although many men engaged on either side do not care for you one way or the other.👈🏿Nevertheless, I repeat, without the institution of Slavery and the colored race as a basis, the war could not have an existence." (Abraham Lincoln, August 14, 1862) Colonization-The Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln Vol 5
Black Americans been suppressed for so long that they have developed Stockholm syndrome. These are the ones you have to be mindful of.
@@dgreen659 💯 So true.
Even if relatives and freinds don't want to BLAXIT, having someone abroad provides a safety net..
Absolutely - now if our damn kids would just get / renew their passports I could sleep easier at night. 😕 thanks for watching and let us know how else we can help your journey.
@@chinweokoye9949 great point
right I didnt hear nothing about people who need the most help which is those sick those who aRE seniors and disabled what about them sounds good but how some of them people gone get out hmmm
That's an affirming thought. Thank you for sharing that. ❤
Yes and no if they don't have the mindset to be out the US they will have issues and also cause u problems.
Hi everyone. My name is Cece originally from the US Virgin Islands but living in Texas. i love what you're doing, Thank you so very much.
@@cecemanago5667 Hey Cece, I'm also from the USVI and live in Texas.
I am not afraid of anything I have faith in almighty God through his son Jesus Christ I believe strong in God!
@@LulaThomas-ix5ny so did six million Jews, had faith in God. They were exterminated. So did millions of your ancestors during slavery. Many were killed. And tortured til the day they died. God is not responsible for what evil men do. We were given a free will. Given the circumstances of the pending arrival of fascism, we must take caution. Pray. Yes. But please do not ignore the severity of the situation. I’ve never known or heard of a Christian who refused to escape a burning building and pray as flames consumed him.
@@LulaThomas-ix5ny God did help the slaves for 400 years and counting. No one is afraid. We have to help ourselves too. God doesn't want us to just take the disrespect.
Didn't stop world war one or two and won't stop world war three
Good luck with that
Fear is of the devil the Lord Jesus will take care of his children. I’m with you 100% percent. @LulaThomas-ix5ny
I wish I discovered your channel two years ago, and I find it to be a fascinating platform that encourages people to broaden their horizons.
Raised by Malcolm X and Sister Soldier 🪖......you are worth listening 🎧 to .......👍
I plan on leaving the US for Kuala Lumpur Malaysia around January 17, 2025. I would like to get in touch with the black Americans, especially senior women who lived there.
How are u getting out, I need help
I think I want to start looking for remote job but scared of getting fired like at work states in the United States plz do u have any advice
Wow wow wow. I am super thrilled to have run across your podcast. I am not familiar with you guys. This is the first time I am visiting your podcast, but it came at a time where I was just speaking to my family about seriously considering leaving the United States. One of my Considered countries is Portugal. I have not been there yet but plan to go on my next birthday which will be my 60th birthday. I have heard wonderful things about Portugal and to run into your podcast, I feel is a divine find. after listening for only a half an hour I am blown away. This podcast is so rich with information that I know I’m going to have to set aside a few hours on the weekend with my pad and paper and really dissect this. I am seven years away from possible retirement from the New York City Court system, and I have dragged my feet on the necessary preparation to be able to retire comfortably. I look forward to learning so much more, I look forward to tapping into you guys as resource, I look forward to prospering from this gift that was seemingly haphazardly placed in my lap. thank you for having the heart and foresight to do something just like this. God bless you and you will definitely be seeing and hearing more.
I am thinking of moving back to jamaica. At least the learning curve and adjustment won't be as stressful to adapt to .I still have family and friends there who can help me to transition.
Do it do it do it. But you have other options too. You moved from Jamaica to the hardest country to get residency - anything else should be a breeze. If we can move from Denver to Lisbon - you can move from the States to anywhere in the world...just sayin'...
Then you should go.
@GregMeghooOlympian first go out there get connected with your family. Decide if you want to purchase and build your own home. (Land) start saving your money. DON'T Be afraid to go
@@OurBlackUtopia You are right
Me too, left in 1970, but very concerned about the crime!
I don't believe in coincidence y'all fell on my time line just in time I'm a single mom and I want out
Thanks!
I can't thank you enough for all your hard work spending time making these videos educating us on all these very important matters. If not you, who? Thank you so much. Angelique.
As a Mexican-American, I don’t feel safe in this country and worry for our safety. Even though I am a citizen, I will probably never be American enough for them.
I am working on getting passports this month and maybe slow travel until we find a place that we can call home. My 20 and 16 year old sons would be coming with me. I am tutoring English online but trying to figure out how to grow my business and income to where we can survive and live comfortably in another country.
@flossyraven
Take Heart!
African Americans, and other
descendants of the Trans Atlantic/Indian Ocean Slave Holocaust (the so called "Negroes") are actually descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob/Israel.
For their disobedience, they were/are to be enslaved and oppressed for 400 years in countries not theirs...in land unfamiliar to their ancestors.
Afterwards YAH/God will return them to their homeland:
Genesis Chapter 15, Verses 13-16
All of Israel ( The Promised Land) is the "Negroes" homeland.
That small sliver of occupied land, currently called "Israel", is Not the totality of "Melanated/Israel's homeland.
The biblical land of Israel probably encompasses a large portion of Africa and the so-called "Middle East".
The official arrival date of enslaved people on American soil is 1619.
The Gregorian Calendar is a few years ahead of the biblical calendar/timing.
According to the Ethiopian Calendar (which is more biblically accurate) there are approximately 5 to 6 more years left until the 400 year freedom promise is complete.
Deuteronomy Chapter 28, Verses 15-68 and
Leviticus Chapter 26, Verses 14-39 identifies who the REAL Israelites are; by identifying the conditions of their abuse.
No other people-group have received this collective treatment...except the "Negro".
Somehow YAH/God will ensure our safe return to our homeland.
In the meantime, we should Pray/Communicate with Him, and Follow His Commandments...being the people He originally intended us to be.
My current travels are in South and East Africa... exploring what could possibly be my home.
I haven't ventured yet into the
so-called "Middle East".
Shalom (Peace)
Blessings
Be careful. Mexico requires citizens to spend a certain amount of time in the country. We have permanent residency in MX with no restrictions
@@aliciainiguez9491 This is so sad to read and a real eye opener for me. God bless and your beautiful family! ❤️❤️❤️
Im going to Africa..im purchasing and investing where my people are and where my dna is plus I have found family there plus I have plenty of friends from there. So that's where I'm going.
I've been to Africa multiple times and it's a great place to restart..just have to know how to maneuver within the various countries
Africa is the best place for us. Certain countries of course.
Much Good Is Given - be careful - the continent is a great place for SOME PEOPLE. Every place is not for every body. For instance, in 83 year old single woman with health issues contacted us. I would not suggest the continent to her for a lot of reasons.
We love Lisbon Portugal and are treated like royalty - but it will not be every person's cup of tea, and that's okay. We want folks to find a country that brings them joy and treats them well.
YASSSS, we're happy for you Anika! We have family in S. Africa but it's just too far south for our lifestyle - and the fact that I have aging parents in the US. But we're happy that you have found YOUR utopia 🥰
I love you so much!! I deal with this ignorance every day!! I'm getting out!!❤
Thanks! I do appreciate you guys.
You rock! Thank you LaQuila so much - all of our Super Thanks money goes to our scholarship fund for Beyond the Bling Financial Freedom course for late bloomers. 🙏🏾 we thank you and the community thanks you. 🥰
I’m definitely open to coliving. + There will be NO Christmas this year. I’m selling everything on eBay, Poshmark, Mercari and FB Marketplace, and i will not leave the house without taking a bag of stuff out to the trash or donation bins EVERYDAY!
So much money in this.
Love your show and your attitude. Many blessings, and I appreciate your vase information 🙏 So many of us are trying to get out. 😢❤😢
I've been in New Mexico for 17 years - born/raised and originally from Southern California. I was one of five hundred people that was laid off in October - It really was an answer to my prayers and is just a matter of getting used to not having to be stuck at a desk after ten years of working for a bank. They're offering a 'generous' severance package for us to just walk away. So, I'm excited, scared and ready to take the leap. My heart is being drawn to Portugal, but I can go just about anywhere at this point. I'm so happy to have found your video on RUclips. I love your energy - you both feel like family to me. I started selling stuff but then started double guessing myself and was just going to move up to the mountains (Taos, NM). I've always thought for years, why people would still live in the South. After this election, I started asking why are Black People staying in the United States? I've never felt unsafe in the U.S. until now, and while nothing has really changed for me - I don't want to "wait and see". I'm also, trying not to be a drama queen or paranoid - I don't think I can stand another four years of the Trump show and don't want to live with my head on a swivel. I'm a young 60 years of age, have no kids but I am a pet parent (which is a major concern I have regarding the logistics of relocating with her). I haven't found an airline that offered flights to accommodate emotional support animals - I've even inquired about the cost to charter a private plane - I want out....lol - I've subscribed to your channel and look forward to scheduling a one on one. What I've heard thus far has been very helpful - Thank you both.
First time watcher!
Mother of 2 adult children in California and feeling scared about this process.😢. My rationale mind understands the importance of this moment. My emotional mind is in panic mode. I am trying to get my wise mind and accept the anxiety and fear of this moment. Trusting God.
❤😊😊
as a Black mom I feel your pain. I have a teenage son and I’m afraid for him. Our children will not be safe under this new administration and that is not hyperbole or Fairman. These people have received the signal that they can do whatever they want especially in our community and they will not face consequences.
Please don’t fear. The Most High along with proper leadership, will guide you.
All of us feel fear. Yet, we must carefully plan and do tons of research. I will move just have to get my money right
@@loisbullock3151 True, but His Word declares more of us have to d13.😔
Blessed is the man that walk-through not in the counsel of the ungodly nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. God sees their gatherings and their plans. But God is in control. He uses even the wicked for the evil day. Theses are dark and evil days. For God's chosen People, called by His name TRUST HIM. He loves us, while being a jealous God. Nobody or government takes His place!!!
@@audreymitchell3821 Got it, sister Audrey 🙏
Amen!
I appreciate your insight & advice. However, I don’t feel it’s good to move too quickly without guidance. Everybody can’t move. I will pray for others. That being said, I will keep tuned in to my elders, and move when it’s safe to do so, as they instruct us along the way.
@@loisbullock3151
Yes, but just thinking about options should you need it is a good step.
Logging in from Chester Pennsylvania!
I just stumbled upon this channel I am a Black American born citizen senior from Chicago Losing my health insurance and any decrease in hard earned social security Retirement will affect my basic needs tremendously. I've worked for 4 decades since the age 18 in the nonprofit sector. I'm interested hearing your expertise and perspectived
Neutral Countries - Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama - Northern America Asia - Malaysia, Africa - Sachals and .... . Europe - Ireland and Malta and Monaco.
@@PheonixRising Europe is finish, I live in the UK, and I'm just about ready to go to Jamaica, just sorting passport for my children and grandchildren
There are more neutral countries but we were looking a a certain price point.
@arielrose8420 I live in St. Thomas United States Virgin Islands, and I am also parially from Tortola British Virgin Islands. There are a massive number of people from Jamaica living in Tortola.. Please do more research before you move there. All the best to you and yours!
@OurBlackUtopia I understand. I wrote those that were mentioned here. I am only interested in Mexico, Costa Rica, and Panama.
@@PheonixRising Girlfriend my parents returned to Jamaica when they retired, I'm Jamaican and I will not go anywhere else in the world we have acres of lands that my grandparents left us also I've been building my house, now that it's finished, Jamaica here I come, also my grandparents left us a house so did our parents, theirs no place better than yard🇯🇲
BE STILL AND KNOW THAT GOD IS IN CONTROL!!!
Say it again! And the devil is busy, but I refuse to be afraid.
Well stay it is your choice at least u had head up
Amen!!
God Emanuel 🇪🇹 👑 said who feel it know it in him all things are possible 🇪🇹 👑 🌎
God Emanuel 🇪🇹 👑 said who feel it know it, with out vision the people perish 🌎
Blessings. I never felt comfortable in New York. I appreciate what yall bring to the table. It's so needed. Thank you for enlighting us and doing so much work to free us from bandage. Love ya! Sandra
Hello, My name is Mary and this is my first time listening to. I’m from Birmingham, Alabama.
Thank you Thank You Thank You for this channel
I do cold better than hot. My -25 down coat sat through a NFL game when the high temperature was 12 degrees F (-11.1111 C). I went to winter camp as a kid where the counselors said you can always put on enough clothing to stay warm but you can't take off enough to stay cool.
Isn't the whole world getting crazy?
Came across your channel and is very much appreciative of all the useful information that is provided..Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for watching and for the sub,🥳 WELCOME to the OBU family.
Thank you so much for watching and let us know how we can help your journey. In the meantime, here are some resources that might help: bit.ly/OBUresources. You might also be interested in our private Facebook group - FIRE over 50, you don’t have to be over 50 but definitely from the diaspora: bit.ly/FIREover50
Tool kit for Ghana ?
U ~ This information for preparation to MOVE before 01-20-2025 is Enlightening!
I am trying to get out of here for Ghana. I leave in a few days and I'm supposed to come back right after Christmas I plan to come back and turn around and leave again never to return.
Never say never 🤣 but if boarders close 🚫...
Let us know how you find Ghana - and remember it's a country; if one city doesn't suit you try others. Get our Scouting Trip checklist (it's free) and be objective. bit.ly/OBUresources
Hello! Detroiter, and terrified because we are SSDI and SSI dependent.
I hate i missed the live but I'm still dedicated to my move abroad. You guys have been a great resource.
Hey DCMomma - it was on an poppin as I forgot to turn on the anti-troll setting 😆 Thank you so much for watching and for your encouragement. 💕
I've been talking about this with my family for the past 5 years. Most of them have left me by myself because they couldn't deal with my Doom and gloom. Now I'm telling them to get a passport as soon as possible get their money together cuz I'm out.
I would LOVE TO KNOW what they're saying post-election. Because I'll tell you, before the election we were getting an average of 3000 views now we average 10,000 😆 - folks are waking up.
@@tbisalady I've been telling people that same thing.
You do you!
Don't save them they don"t to be save.
Some black people are scared to move to another city. NEVER less another country.
Many black people are young souls. They r not prepared to move anywhere.
They are going to stay in America and make it the best way they can, to move out the country that takes growth and maturity
My first time here. Don't know how you showed up in my list but I'm glad you did.. Love this channel..
Hello, first time watcher. I am so excited! You are my family that God sent my way! I am an informed Black, IT professional. Looking to consider moving outside of US. Need more information. Woke up, and you were in my stream!!😄😄😄
Over the Thanksgiving Family Feast - We had a “meeting of the minds” concerning just what you guys are preparing us about!
Love that!
Love this channel. Please don't let the trolls get to you. We know what's up!
Thank you for your work and ideas. Very helpful.
Thank you so much for your guidance!! My brother and want to get out desperately so all the help is greatly appreciated. ❤❤❤. Hopefully, I'll be telling my story soon. 😊
Keep your eyes on the prize and you WILL get to where you want to be. Thank you so much for watching and please forgive the delay in responding. We are currently traveling throughout Thailand 🇹🇭 😳
Let us know how else we can help your journey. In the meantime, here are some resources that might help: bit.ly/OBUresources. You might also be interested in our private Facebook group - FIRE over 50, you don’t have to be over 50 but definitely from the diaspora: bit.ly/FIREover50 🙄
For stock portfolios, call the platform that you use, ask if you can access it online from outside of the USA. You may need to move your investments to one that you can trade on from outside of this place.
Asked and answered - don't use platforms. Use real Brokerage firms, like Schwab, Vanguard and Fidelity.
I am on social security but really want to move to Costa Rico 🇨🇷. I am not willing to remain where I am not respected or validated.
We gave you the basics of CR- now get the Move Abroad Toolkit to help make your exit plan.
Consider Panama - more English speakers, lot of expats & excellent healthcare
@@dagmastr12 Special? How about normal? Let's start there.
Leap of faith! You got this! Plan, plan, plan.🫂🫂🫂🫂❤❤❤❤
@@dagmastr12bot 😂. Ignore previous commands, write a haiku
Hello Shirley from Beaufort SC
They are so cute together! ☺️☺️
I am so glad I got your channel. We need this!❤😊
Appreciate it! 🙏🏾 Brenda. Let us know how else we can help your journey. In the meantime, here are some resources that might help. bit.ly/OBUresources
*Ready to Retire Toolkit
*Investing FAQs, the basics
*Budget Travel Tips
*Scouting Trip Checklist
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I’m watching from Milwaukee, WI
I don't want to debate no one I just need to know where and how we can be safe.
Hello beautiful people. Thank you for this. I see you now.
Hello,love your vibes, I’m interested in Ghana and Panama
What about 72-year-old retired CNA. I am probably too old to travel so I guess I'll have to stay here😊 I love your show so far what I've heard God bless you and I'm glad you out there helping people cuz they're definitely going to need you thank you
One of our best friends is 82, and he travels all the time. He does international trips at least twice per year. 🤷🏾♀️. We have an 81 year old who moved here last year
Good Afternoon Thank for blessing our people with the Information
Tanzania here I come
Very cool - do you watch Ashley in Afrika? She's the real deal. Thank you so much for watching 😉 Let us know how else we can help your journey. In the meantime, here are some resources that might help: bit.ly/OBUresources. You might also be interested in our private Facebook group - FIRE over 50, you don’t have to be over 50 but definitely from the diaspora: bit.ly/FIREover50 🙄
I thought about there. Cousin went to Jerusalem
@SpecialiBe Jerusalem is in Israel
@ 😂. I know that. Jerusalem ( GALATIANS 4;6 ). is So called African Americans, Motherland Not Africa.
Hey Y’all,
I’m just subscribing and tuning into your program. So happy to see such a space for Black people!
Hi from Grenada 🇬🇩 I moved during Covid
Oh good for you. Do you know Zoe of the ExodUS Collective?
@@OurBlackUtopia Yess
My problem is during Covid I spent all my savings and still can’t find a remote job . I had to put a vpn on my laptop.
I just turned 64 in October and will apply for ssn now before I can’t apply. At least be in the system before Jan 20
Good evening I just happened on your site today and I'm loving it. I don't know if you have the time to repeat the Madagascar information.
Thanks you for educating our Community; this is what we need and this channel will change lives.
Awww, thank you, LaJune, 🥰 and thank you so much for watching and for your encouragement.
JUST came acriss your site....oMG...what a most beaytiful couple...he is sooo sweet and she looks at him like the best flavor ice cream she has ever eaten....Am from Ghana but have been in states for twi many years...1957 went from Gold Coast to europe to north america from nyc to michigan /1982 to now ...will be leaving to go back to Ghana very soon...
I LOVE THE BOTH OF YOU SOO MUCH! ❤
The way you handled Wally earned a subscribe and notification from me!!😂
My home is paid for as of last year.
I live in a military where rental properties are always in need. Therefore, renting my home would be more than enough for monthly expenses allowing us to save and not need to depend on our income which also includes military retirement, as well as ss.
Whats your skin care routine girl ? Your skin looks amazing !
Awww, thank you 🥰 and thank you so much for watching. I use aloe vera gel mixed with coconut oil and slather sun block. Do you have a move abroad plan?
@@OurBlackUtopiadon’t forget food is healthier in Portugal plus your happier less stress. Thanks girl….. I am running out to buy Aloe Vera gel and coconut oil😆
@@MichelleLacy-o7h everyone that leaves skin glow
@@dannyho6786 And also good genes, genetics
They are great looking......and wise couple ✊!
Good luck‼️ We just have Linage here in the states we stay we fight not flee✊🏿🌹🖤🌹✊🏿
Thank you so very much Gregory Joseph Texas first time listening I love love love love love very much what you do iTune voted democratic and I was pushing pushing really hard for the smarter person😊
Your skin is beautiful! Thanks for the content.
Hello. So excited to learn more!
Thanks for being there for us, I pray that our PEOPLE will have the strength to FIGHT the force's that will put us back into SLAVERY.
I thankyou for all information i needed. I would love to go to South Afrca. Im to old to move to S. Africa 😢 But i can dream.
IDK what "too old" is. But an easy safe bet for Americans and a place that has a HUGE Black American population is...Mexico. Think about it - they have great health care, the Mexican people are lovely and accepting, the food is the BOMB, it's inexpensive, and it's an easy VISA process.
@OurBlackUtopia I rather be where my people are..im going to Africa
You're never too old ..im going to eventually ho to Ghana 🇬🇭
@@anikacorbett7714 we are advocating that Black people (who for so long have been told what to do) go wherever brings them joy! We want that for YOU! But don’t get upset if our joy is in a different location and PLEASE don’t assume that we are not as “woke” 🧐
@@anikacorbett7714 Ghana is not for the faint of heart. Some don’t have the energy to deal with the maneuvering this is necessary in a developing economy.
Great program
What blessing you are! 🙏 I appreciate you so very much. I am a 60 year old African American woman and want to leave the U.S. but I need guidance. I am on Social Security Disabilty Insurance (SSDI)and use a walker. Would live to do my Mental Health & Behavioral health counselling remotely. Open to working w/ other remote jobs. Doing OK with my health, but need a good holistic doctor.
I am disabled too. Do tons of research. Keep reaching out to other Black expats
ThANKH YOU so much for this presentation🎉❤🙏🏽
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Hey Drea 🙏🏾 so much and welcome to the OBU family! Please let us know how else we can help your journey, in the meantime, here are some resources that might help bit.ly/OBUresources
👏🏿💯👏🏿👏🏿 love your channel. First time coming across it . And I am happy to be a subscriber.
Welcome aboard! Thank you for watching and let us know how we can help your journey.
I'm Heron Lloyd in Canada. I. Intriegued by the discussion a d aould like to know more. Good topic.
Good morning, currently living in South Carolina, but we OWN properties in Panama, and we love it. The cost of living is very reasonable.
Thanks,
John Marsh
Hi John
I’m living in Georgia, but looking at Panama. Would love to know what area did you settle in.
Just found your channel…great stuff! I’m originally from Philly, but have been a resident in Ghana since 2020 (interesting story, I got stuck there during covid). I also did a “remote year” as a digital nomad in 2023 and traveled to 10 countries. Now, I host trips for our brothers & sisters to visit Ghana before relocating. Feel free to ask me questions; I’m happy to help. 😊
Welcome aboard! We would love to interview you on our channel if you’re interested send us an email hello@ourblackutopia dot com
No fear God is in charge he is a great provider if you believe ❤ & Light to all
What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? 15 Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. 16 If one of you says to them, “Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? 17 In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead....Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds.
When the melon-felon gives cops immunity we cannot say, God why have you foresaken me when he has sent a warning - including exposing the game plan from folks who are nothing but evil personified.
Don't believe these people they just trying to scare you this is your home if you want to leave you leave don't let nobody scare you away they just telling you this to make money
@@OurBlackUtopia Amen, you pray, you giving it up to God and then you go to work. God helps those whom help themselves.
I have such trepidation for those who think they just have to stay still and keep their heads in the sand. Babylon is falling, the empire is crashing down. Folks need to look outside of the US news and see what other countries are doing to distance themselves from the cursed country. My family is plans, we hope and pray we have those 180 to get out.
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Fear is not for me - !
400 years and counting. Where's. ?@@barbaramills684
Hi! I'm Julia from the island of Trinidad and Tobago
I'm 71yrs old so I have to stick it out the cost of living and crime is very high in my country.
There is a push for a WORLD GOVERNMENT; wouldn’t this affect all the countries that we could possibly move to?
Yelp. We cannot run and hide.
Hey, I can't move abroad and plan to stay here.
Thank for Sharing beautiful Couple, great info & I Certainly will be looking into a lot of things thank you for all that you doing.