Retire in France:
From 9-to-5 to Vin et Fromage
Finding an apartment, moving in, and getting everything set up were the hardest parts of moving to France for us so far. By comparison, the rest of the process has been quite straightforward. VLS-TS Visa Validation French visas valid for…
The Hidden Financial Risks of Retiring Abroad – Part 1
We arrived in France in January 2025. That month, the USD:EUR exchange rate had climbed to 0.97:1 and was on track to reach parity at 1:1. Because we’ve worked and invested in the US for our entire careers, all of…
The ultimate expat pre-departure checklist
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So you’ve decided to leave on an extended trip as a digital nomad, or move to another country as an expat? There’s a lot to do before heading out, and you’ll quickly find out that rules and systems are not…
Finding an Apartment in France: What Actually Works
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in HousingFinding an apartment in France is often described as difficult, but that word hides what actually trips people up: rigid paperwork rules, landlord risk aversion, and a rental system designed for long-term French employees. We’ve now gone through the apartment…
The French VLS-TS Visa Process
If you’re applying for the French VLS-TS Visitor visa and want a clear, real-world explanation of how the process actually works, this guide walks through our exact experience from start to approval. My wife and I applied for the VLS-TS…
Why Retiring in France Works So Well for Americans
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Retiring in Europe is appealing, but many countries make long-term residency, taxes, and healthcare complicated. France is one of the few places where retirement is both legally straightforward and makes financial sense. For Americans considering retirement abroad, France stands out…
