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5 Places to Retire On Social Security Alone
yahoo ^ | Friday, June 18, 2010 | Kathleen Peddicord

Posted on 06/19/2010 7:39:53 AM PDT by BenLurkin

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To: BenLurkin

Bookmarked for later.
Interesting.


21 posted on 06/19/2010 8:06:33 AM PDT by MaryFromMichigan
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To: Mikey_1962

But how is it in relation to the problems Mexico is having with drugs and violence?


22 posted on 06/19/2010 8:07:32 AM PDT by MissEdie (America went to the polls on 11-4-08 and all we got was a socialist thug and a dottering old fool.)
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To: anniegetyourgun

My brother has to go to Detroit for the next month and is dreading it...was there for a month last summer. He and co-workers don’t venture too far from their hotel.


23 posted on 06/19/2010 8:10:43 AM PDT by lonestar (Barry is furious the big spill wasn't caused by EXXON...would have nationalized it by now.)
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To: Yardstick

“What kind of place can you get on the beach for less than $500/month?”

I do not pay $500.. I pay less then $100 for rent.
That is a two room cottage with a kitchen nook (microwave, fridge, toaster, and two burners)
Bedroom with TV and A/C.
Western style bath, all tile.....All furnished.
My DSL adds $20 and electric at about $40
I do not have or need a car.


24 posted on 06/19/2010 8:12:13 AM PDT by AlexW
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To: McGavin999

My kids basement if i had kids


25 posted on 06/19/2010 8:14:10 AM PDT by al baby (Hi Mom sarc ;))
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To: inthaihill

What part of Thailand do you live in. I agree of all the places I have been in the world Thailand would appear to be one of the easier to live in for an American.


26 posted on 06/19/2010 8:15:30 AM PDT by RVN Airplane Driver ("To be born into freedom is an accident; to die in freedom is an obligation..)
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To: AlexW

Man, what an incredible deal. Is it a standalone house or an apartment of some kind? Is it literally right on the beach?


27 posted on 06/19/2010 8:16:22 AM PDT by Yardstick
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To: AlexW

You probable never get speeding tickets


28 posted on 06/19/2010 8:16:56 AM PDT by al baby (Hi Mom sarc ;))
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To: BenLurkin

Any place in the anglophone world?


29 posted on 06/19/2010 8:17:28 AM PDT by null and void (We are now in day 513 of our national holiday from reality. - 0bama really isn't one of US.)
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To: MissEdie

It is a town of almost all Americns and is very safe.


30 posted on 06/19/2010 8:19:57 AM PDT by Mikey_1962 (Obama: The Affirmative Action President)
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To: Ken522
Detroit ?

The entire city of Detroit should be enclosed in a glass hemisphere and designated a National Monument. People could still live inside and go about their daily lives, but for the rest of America it will serve as a window to the future. The fate of every city where liberals are given unchallenged power, indefinitely.

31 posted on 06/19/2010 8:20:09 AM PDT by libh8er
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To: SeeSharp
My next door neighbor goes on frequent business trips to Manila, he says it is the filthiest most crime infested place he goes. He just came back and he says it is dangerous!
32 posted on 06/19/2010 8:20:53 AM PDT by Ditter
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To: SeeSharp; BenLurkin; AlexW

Good link for the Philippines:
http://www.LivingInThePhilippines.com


33 posted on 06/19/2010 8:24:14 AM PDT by 2ndDivisionVet (Don't care if he was born in a manger on July 4th! A "Natural Born" citizen requires two US parents!)
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To: BenLurkin

Some good rules of thumb about retiring overseas.

1) Retire to a colony of Americans, not just on your own. The more it is like an enclave, the safer you will be. Avoid being the first or the newest to move in. Have neighbors that will watch your place if you leave it for a while.

2) Figure out the back-and-forth with America. That is, how often travelers come and go to the US. It is much easier to live outside of the US if you have “private importers” willing to bring you stuff you can’t buy locally. Also find out what you can mail order, and what you can’t, and if the local Post Office and international shipping companies are honest or not.

3) If you need servants, there are all sorts of rules that you must follow. Americans are often servant-averse, at least at first, but in some places, servants come with the property. If you fire them, they and their family are sometimes financially ruined. Importantly, they are often fonts of local news, that can save your bacon if they share it with you. “Oh, BTW, the revolution starts next Tuesday. You might want to leave the country”, is worthy of a very big tip.

4) Avoid arguments about politics and religion, and remember that the US constitution and Bill of Rights does not apply there. You must learn a whole new set of laws. If there is corruption, don’t try to fight it, because you will lose.

5) Most other countries are not the Moon, so if you are willing to pay for it, you can probably get it. Adapting to local food and customs is a lot cheaper, however.


34 posted on 06/19/2010 8:30:53 AM PDT by yefragetuwrabrumuy (Two New Episodes of 'Futurama', this June 24th, on Comedy Central)
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To: MissEdie

See this link:

http://www.calderoniproperties.com/


35 posted on 06/19/2010 8:31:11 AM PDT by Mikey_1962 (Obama: The Affirmative Action President)
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To: Yardstick

“Man, what an incredible deal. Is it a standalone house or an apartment of some kind? Is it literally right on the beach?”

Well, it is a bit hard to explain.
Our apartment is one of four separate living units, but far and above the others.
My landlady has two rooms up on the road, one single room behind that for her daughter or other visitor. Behind that is one other larger unit, but it is crude/rough/typical Philippine style.
My unit is western style, all tile floors, painted concrete walls, and all tile bathroom. There is a concrete front porch, and concrete walk to the road/beach.
It is small, but fine for two people.
The beach is about 100 feet up the walk.
It is not a white Florida sand type beach, but one of the best in the area.
People come down from the mountains, and also from as far away as Cebu City, two hours north of us.
The views in all directions are great.


36 posted on 06/19/2010 8:32:19 AM PDT by AlexW
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To: BenLurkin

My House!

Or at least my Mother in law thinks so.....


37 posted on 06/19/2010 8:33:11 AM PDT by moehoward
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To: BenLurkin

Does anyone have any info on Chile as a possibility?


38 posted on 06/19/2010 8:41:23 AM PDT by Kozak (USA 7/4/1776 to 1/20/2009 Reqiescat in Pace)
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To: BenLurkin

ping


39 posted on 06/19/2010 8:44:02 AM PDT by FoxPro (Out side of a dog, books are mans best friend. Inside of a dog, it is to dark to read.)
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To: SeeSharp

I would be interested in more info on the ex military enclaves if anyone has info.


40 posted on 06/19/2010 8:44:26 AM PDT by joesjane (The strength of the pack is the wolf - Rudyard Kipling)
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