I lived there for 2 years and agree with almost everything. A Portuguese once told me: "We have a cold climate with a hot sun". From 5pm onwards, a cool wind blows every day, sweeping your wine bottle off the table. My biggest problem was finding an apartment for long-term rent at a reasonable price (under 1000 euros). Most of the apartments and houses are vacation homes, reserved for the summer months. Once I found an apartment, I was surrounded by a plethora of dogs barking 24/7. They drove me crazy and made me leave.
This title is very misleading..... it should at least put in small letters that's for rent only ..... what about utilities, food, transportation, etc? I'd like to hear from a person actually doing this. I have a friend who retired to a cheaper in land town (in mid Portugal ) and she's having a hard time on her $1500. USA Social Security for her monthly expenses.....
Hi Steph, Glenda actually owns her home (you can watch a full tour here - ruclips.net/video/focnRTq7Ils/видео.html&ab_channel=InternationalLiving) and pays less than $1,400 a month for her mortgage. The costs she mentions above in the video are all-in costs, such as her mortgage, health insurance, having a gardener and someone to maintain her pool.
In Chicago, $1200 gets you a studio in an old building with no view. In NY, forget about it. So, $1200 doesn't seem too bad to live in a hoppin town with nice beaches and great weather
Is it in Albufeira. You can get much cheaper one bedrooms all over Portugal, but Albufeira is a coveted haven for expats, and priced accordingly. Thanks for watching. Glenda
LOL. I never lived in Hawaii, although I was in and out of Waikiki for work for a couple of years. I actually was a dancer years ago, owned a dance studio and taught all kinds of dance, including Hawaiian. Thanks for watching. Glenda
Oh ok I’m from Hawaii, born and partially raised but now in California and do have part Portuguese so I thought you taught hula because you must be Portuguese and originally from Hawaii lol.
All this propaganda to live " cheap" in Algarve doesn't existe...plus it brings huge pressure to the ones born and raised here.. All you care is about you and your pocket...which results not having consideration for other residents.
The grass is not greener on the other side! Warning to all those who plan to retire in other countries! You will need to take into consideration the fact that as an American you are familiar with America and the place that you are going to is not familiar to you. All these descriptions of wonderful beaches eternal sunshine and cheap prices are attractive. But you need to be aware of the following problems that you are likely to encounter. 1. You will need much more money than they tell you. You are already used to a certain way of life that requires money. You would want to buy a car and you would want to go to shows, concerts and other forms of entertainment. 2. If you don't know the language it will be easy to overcharge and cheat you. They tend to charge you more if you are an American, and they will know that you are an American. You will stand out like a sore thumb unless you are the type that melts in the crowd. 3. You will have to deal with a flawed and painfully slow bureaucracy, which is much less efficient than in the U.S. and you can easily fall into despair. You will have to fill out so many forms and wait in long lines. 4. If you are impressed by the beaches and the sunshine everywhere, let me tell you that you will not go to the beach every day. In many of these locations it rains in the summer, sometimes for more than two weeks non-stop. 5. Most of these countries are hot, humid and very uncomfortable. And if you go to the northern countries of Europe or Asia it will be very cold. And don’t forget the pollution and the contaminated air that you will breathe. 6. Services in most countries are not as reliable as they are in the U.S. They will not give you your money back for flawed service. 7. Crime is widespread almost everywhere and believe me, it's worse than in the U.S. 8. Health care is much inferior to that of the U.S. You might need additional insurance and that costs a lot of money. Worse, you will have to wait months to see a specialist. 9. Not knowing the language will cause you to be unable to communicate and you will be lonely. 10. Prepare to have numerous interruptions in the supply of electricity, internet and sometimes even water. 11. If you are looking for a woman, you might be trapped when she would marry you only for your money. She might also expect you to support her family. This happens in many traditional countries like Thailand and others. 12. Visa regulations can change very often and you might have to leave the country instantly. 13. Please be aware of the fact that Americans are NOT welcome everywhere and you might become a victim of scams, theft or violence. 14. Most of these countries, especially Asian are very dirty and you will not be able to enjoy street food. 15. People that will serve you will always expect TIP no matter how small the service is, especially since you are an American. You will not be able to avoid it and if you do, they will hate you. 16. Hot countries like Malaysia and Indonesia have numerous insects, lizards, scorpions and poisoned snakes in addition to flies that will drive you crazy. You will spend long time trying to kill them. IN SHORT, THINK LONG AND HARD BEFORE YOU GO. There are so many good things in America that you are taking for granted now. Take my advice, stay where you are or move to another location in America. Be smart and thrifty customer and don't buy anything that you don't need. If you want to visit other countries, take a trip once in a while. Don't make the mistake of your life. Moving alone costs a fortune and there will be many documents to read and sign. Stay in good old America, even if the prices are high, our politics sucks and you don't like Trump. Remember, all Western countries are very expensive, while the Non-European ones are neither safe, nor clean. So don't be tempted and stay put! The only time I would recommend moving to another country is if you have family or friends who will help protect you from horrible things that might happen. Kapisce? Good luck!
I lived there for 2 years and agree with almost everything. A Portuguese once told me: "We have a cold climate with a hot sun". From 5pm onwards, a cool wind blows every day, sweeping your wine bottle off the table. My biggest problem was finding an apartment for long-term rent at a reasonable price (under 1000 euros). Most of the apartments and houses are vacation homes, reserved for the summer months. Once I found an apartment, I was surrounded by a plethora of dogs barking 24/7. They drove me crazy and made me leave.
Misleading - $1200 per month for rent is not living in the Algarve for $1200 per month
Did she say rent (with HOA-like fees) is $7300 a month? USD? 😮
That’s what I heard - I assumed she meant $1700
They need to clarify these costs!!
she owns a business. probably rich.
This title is very misleading..... it should at least put in small letters that's for rent only ..... what about utilities, food, transportation, etc? I'd like to hear from a person actually doing this. I have a friend who retired to a cheaper in land town (in mid Portugal ) and she's having a hard time on her $1500. USA Social Security for her monthly expenses.....
Hi Steph, Glenda actually owns her home (you can watch a full tour here - ruclips.net/video/focnRTq7Ils/видео.html&ab_channel=InternationalLiving) and pays less than $1,400 a month for her mortgage. The costs she mentions above in the video are all-in costs, such as her mortgage, health insurance, having a gardener and someone to maintain her pool.
One of the best concise videos touching on the key points I am interested in. Great job
Please clarify these costs.....
Wich private health company do you use thank you
Very confusing information. Is it $1,200 a month or $3,000?... I can do $3,000 in California
I think she said $7300/month!!!!
Great Yarmouth with sun.
If you hate the above do not move there, if you do love above move there.
Put country in the title
$1200 for one bdrm is not a deal.
Compared to some other cities in the United States and Canada, it is.
In Chicago, $1200 gets you a studio in an old building with no view. In NY, forget about it. So, $1200 doesn't seem too bad to live in a hoppin town with nice beaches and great weather
Is it in Albufeira. You can get much cheaper one bedrooms all over Portugal, but Albufeira is a coveted haven for expats, and priced accordingly. Thanks for watching. Glenda
Depends were you live.
Why Hawaiian may I ask? Have you lived in Hawaii?
Me? Yes I live in Hawaii....
LOL. I never lived in Hawaii, although I was in and out of Waikiki for work for a couple of years. I actually was a dancer years ago, owned a dance studio and taught all kinds of dance, including Hawaiian. Thanks for watching. Glenda
Oh ok I’m from Hawaii, born and partially raised but now in California and do have part Portuguese so I thought you taught hula because you must be Portuguese and originally from Hawaii lol.
I can only find properties being shacks in a shanty town for €1200 per month in the Algarve think your information is 10 years out of date 😂😂😂
This lovely lady is over 65?? I need to eat whatever she's enjoying there.
That's awfully kind of you, Morgan. Made my day. Thank you. Glenda
@@glendacole5797 No worries. I suspect you get plenty of compliments. Keep posting more videos about this location please.
@@SERGIO-cr6uy Love the port wines.
All this propaganda to live " cheap" in Algarve doesn't existe...plus it brings huge pressure to the ones born and raised here..
All you care is about you and your pocket...which results not having consideration for other residents.
Too many expats.
Bahaha!!! You lost me at "$7,300 a month"!!!
The grass is not greener on the other side! Warning to all those who plan to retire in other countries!
You will need to take into consideration the fact that as an American you are familiar with America and the place that you are going to is not familiar to you. All these descriptions of wonderful beaches eternal sunshine and cheap prices are attractive. But you need to be aware of the following problems that you are likely to encounter.
1. You will need much more money than they tell you. You are already used to a certain way of life that requires money. You would want to buy a car and you would want to go to shows, concerts and other forms of entertainment.
2. If you don't know the language it will be easy to overcharge and cheat you. They tend to charge you more if you are an American, and they will know that you are an American. You will stand out like a sore thumb unless you are the type that melts in the crowd.
3. You will have to deal with a flawed and painfully slow bureaucracy, which is much less efficient than in the U.S. and you can easily fall into despair. You will have to fill out so many forms and wait in long lines.
4. If you are impressed by the beaches and the sunshine everywhere, let me tell you that you will not go to the beach every day. In many of these locations it rains in the summer, sometimes for more than two weeks non-stop.
5. Most of these countries are hot, humid and very uncomfortable. And if you go to the northern countries of Europe or Asia it will be very cold. And don’t forget the pollution and the contaminated air that you will breathe.
6. Services in most countries are not as reliable as they are in the U.S. They will not give you your money back for flawed service.
7. Crime is widespread almost everywhere and believe me, it's worse than in the U.S.
8. Health care is much inferior to that of the U.S. You might need additional insurance and that costs a lot of money. Worse, you will have to wait months to see a specialist.
9. Not knowing the language will cause you to be unable to communicate and you will be lonely.
10. Prepare to have numerous interruptions in the supply of electricity, internet and sometimes even water.
11. If you are looking for a woman, you might be trapped when she would marry you only for your money. She might also expect you to support her family. This happens in many traditional countries like Thailand and others.
12. Visa regulations can change very often and you might have to leave the country instantly.
13. Please be aware of the fact that Americans are NOT welcome everywhere and you might become a victim of scams, theft or violence.
14. Most of these countries, especially Asian are very dirty and you will not be able to enjoy street food.
15. People that will serve you will always expect TIP no matter how small the service is, especially since you are an American. You will not be able to avoid it and if you do, they will hate you.
16. Hot countries like Malaysia and Indonesia have numerous insects, lizards, scorpions and poisoned snakes in addition to flies that will drive you crazy. You will spend long time trying to kill them.
IN SHORT, THINK LONG AND HARD BEFORE YOU GO. There are so many good things in America that you are taking for granted now. Take my advice, stay where you are or move to another location in America. Be smart and thrifty customer and don't buy anything that you don't need. If you want to visit other countries, take a trip once in a while. Don't make the mistake of your life. Moving alone costs a fortune and there will be many documents to read and sign. Stay in good old America, even if the prices are high, our politics sucks and you don't like Trump. Remember, all Western countries are very expensive, while the Non-European ones are neither safe, nor clean. So don't be tempted and stay put! The only time I would recommend moving to another country is if you have family or friends who will help protect you from horrible things that might happen. Kapisce?
Good luck!
This was nonsense.
What? No guns ? How do the good guys fight the bad guys? No deal. Nobody’s gonna take my guns away from me. I have a property to defend!
😂Please stay in the US.
Good luck buddy.
I sense a bit of sarcasm that went over some people's heads. Am I right?