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@OsbertCook, thank you for your comment and for watching.

Hi @travelergirl49w53. Thank you for your questions. I reached out to Beth for the answers and here's what she says... 1. Yes, an attorney can access the appropriate documents at the Câmara regarding anything illegal. In my case, I knew from the experience of others to ask. I did not have my attorney hired yet at that early point and the sellers were honest about the issue. 2. Real estate agents here do not work under the same rules as US agents. There are no standards to be held to. I believe the more you are personally involved the better off you will be. For example, in a text to my realtor while I was still in the US I asked if the property line was where I had indicated with a red line on the Google map. He said yes, that was correct. When I came to Portugal to see the house in person, the seller's agent showed me posts that indicated the lot line. It was half the amount of property! My agent, who came highly recommended on the expat pages, was clueless and had done no research. That is typical here.

@keylime2998 Yes, it does include VAT tax! It's interesting to see how prices can vary so much between countries.

@keylime2998 I’m so glad you found the information helpful! Just be sure to check to make sure there aren't any new requirements. Good luck with your move!

@JamesWilliamson-w8y, there are several long-stay visa options to come to Portugal besides the Golden Visa. D7 Visa (Passive Income Visa): Suitable for retirees or individuals with stable passive income from sources like pensions, real estate, or investments. Applicants must demonstrate a minimum passive income, which varies based on family size, and secure accommodation in Portugal. D2 Visa (Entrepreneur Visa): Aimed at entrepreneurs and independent professionals intending to establish a business or practice in Portugal. Applicants need to present a viable business plan, proof of financial means, and demonstrate the potential economic, technological, or cultural impact of their business. Digital Nomad Visa: Introduced in October 2022, this visa caters to remote workers employed by companies outside Portugal. Applicants must show proof of employment, a minimum income threshold, and health insurance.

@samanthamerchant702, Thank you for reaching out, Samantha! I’m thrilled to connect with you. Moving to Portugal is a big step, and I’d love to help! Give me your email and I'll email you.

@patric5076, while I'm not a tax professional (so please seek counsel from a tax professional/accountant) When a U.S. citizen relocates to Portugal, it's essential to understand the tax obligations in both countries to ensure compliance and optimize tax benefits. Here's an overview: U.S. Tax Obligations: Worldwide Income Taxation: The United States taxes its citizens on their global income, regardless of where they reside. This means that even after moving to Portugal, U.S. citizens must file an annual U.S. tax return and report all income earned worldwide. Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE): To mitigate double taxation, the FEIE allows eligible expats to exclude a certain amount of foreign-earned income from U.S. taxation. For the 2024 tax year, this exclusion is up to $120,000. To qualify, one must meet either the Bona Fide Residence Test or the Physical Presence Test. Foreign Tax Credit (FTC): If income exceeds the FEIE limit or doesn't qualify for exclusion, the FTC permits taxpayers to offset U.S. tax liability with taxes paid to foreign governments, such as Portugal. This credit helps prevent double taxation on the same income. Portuguese Tax Obligations: Tax Residency: Individuals spending more than 183 days in Portugal within a 12-month period or maintaining a habitual residence there are considered tax residents. Portuguese tax residents are taxed on their worldwide income. Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) Regime: Portugal offers the NHR program to attract foreign professionals and retirees. Under NHR, qualifying individuals can benefit from a flat 20% tax rate on certain Portuguese-source income and may receive exemptions on foreign-source income, depending on specific conditions. However, it's crucial to note that the NHR regime is set to end on January 1, 2024, with applications accepted until March 31, 2025. U.S.-Portugal Tax Treaty: The U.S. and Portugal have a tax treaty designed to prevent double taxation and clarify tax obligations. However, the treaty includes a "saving clause" that allows the U.S. to tax its citizens as if the treaty were not in effect, ensuring that U.S. citizens remain subject to U.S. taxation on their worldwide income.

@corbinprydwen4130 Thanks for watching!

@Sazonman I understand your concerns about the housing market in Portugal! Each country has its own unique charm, and Italy and France have so much to offer as well. Best of luck with your search!

@Paul-r3v, 70%? I hope they at least throw in a free bagel! :) Another reason to move abroad.

Come on now.. Bad owners are of every stripe

Great advice and information on the pet transport . I agree with you on shipping your personal items . Thank you so much !!

@Stopit77, she lives in Santarém

@ciprianoneves7246, I'm glad you were able to find a way to be part of the year in your birth country of Portugal. I would love to be able to split my time between the U.S. and Portugal some day.

After a year of massive research (including travel) on about a dozen countries, we have opted for the slow travel route. But we do not want to move any more frequently than we have to. For one thing, we have dogs. So, 90 days in a Schengen country, 90 days out, 90 days back, etc. We'll be seeing a lot of Ireland, the UK, Portugal, Spain, and France. With some shorter "touriest" trips to other countries. Hopefully that teaches of us if one of them is suitable for long-term residency.

@Pamela-travels, you're welcome. I'm glad you found the information useful.

@casimirapaulo6524, I agree health insurance in the United States is very expensive. It was one of the factors why I moved to Portugal. I was able to cut my health insurance premium to about 1/3 of what I was paying in the U.S. for a better insurance plan.

Is the cost under the Affordable Care Act?

Thank you @benzband for subscribing and I'm glad you liked the video.

Reaaallly!!!??! 60% of inflation uauuu!

@@zepedro6666 compared to 2015 the house market went up 74,3%.

@aufteist, thank you for sharing your thoughts. It's definitely a challenging situation for many, and it's important to find ways to adapt and navigate these economic changes.

@@LivingLindaAbroad-cd4dg that kind of US bullshit doesn't work here... if you think "it's important to find ways to adapt and navigate these economic changes" why did you came to Portugal? Can't you find ways to adapt to the US?

@@aufteist Well, dropping the old tax regime that attracted immigrants will certainly slow down immigration. Channels like these should put a broad description of the tax situation front and center. It is a critical issue to grappling what your cost of living will be. If you're going to paying 47% for your income over $70K, that may be a deal-breaker. But you need to know the tax rates when comparing what your income would be there. Yes, there may be some applicable deductions, and you will need a tax expert, and channels like this cannot tackle that, but they can give you a general idea of whether a country has high, moderate, or low taxes for most people who will maybe have no or just a few deductions. Also, is passive income taxed in that country? At what rate? Is 401k income taxed? At what rate? If you sell a property in the U.S., will you pay capital gains tax in your country of residence abroad? At what rate? Does the country have a tax treaty with the U.S. These are basic, fundamental issues that people considering moving ANYWHERE must know UP FRONT. They could be an immediate dealbreaker, in which case the rest of the information is irrelevant. I really wish channels would start with the taxes, then the cost of living. Are the taxes high? Does the cost of living offset the high taxes entirely, or at least enough to justify embracing all the other benefits? (natural beauty, metropolitan attractiveness, social life, food, friendliness, etc.)

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Thank you for your comment and I agree.

Thank you for your comment. Sounds like you know a lot about him as well. I hope you are following Susan's website as she updates it with her writing about him.

Yes, thank you for you comment.

Thank you for your comment. Buying a property can be a time consuming process, an aggregator website can provide prospective buyers with detailed information on each property for sale, including features, size of lot/house, and listing price to make sure it ticks some of your boxes without visiting in person thus saving time.

@@LivingLindaAbroad-cd4dg Isn't there an issue with the brokers listing properties multiple times at different prices, or am I thinking of a different country. I have examined so many.

People new to Portugal May need a realtor to understand the pros and cons of various neighborhoods and negotiate a fair price.

Thanks for your response Dave. I definitely don't miss the prices in the U.S.