http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ en-us https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/6265d275169386ff0d9d2b371949ea64?s=400&d=mm&r=g http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ Kathleen Peddicord's stories. Copyright 2024 Forbes Media LLC http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/06/30/exploring-health-insurance-options-abroad-a-guide-for-older-americans/ You have many options for high-quality, affordable medical care overseas. Here’s an overview for older Americans. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_667ecc86720d9208c8d0e0a6 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 09:30:00 -0400 2024-06-30T16:42:26-04:00 You have many options for high-quality, affordable medical care overseas. Here’s an overview for older Americans. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/06/28/3-fun-beachside-cities-ideal-for-expat-life/ Many expat havens offer beachside living along with every city convenience. Here’s my pick of beachside cities for retirees in Europe, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_667edd088d62af213a835bfd Fri, 28 Jun 2024 12:20:50 -0400 2024-06-28T12:20:57-04:00 Many expat havens offer beachside living along with every city convenience. Here’s my pick of beachside cities for retirees in Europe, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel Money /money Retirement /retirement money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/06/26/where-to-enjoy-car-free-living-in-europe/ In these 3 European cities, retirees can go car-free, cut their costs, and rely on safe and efficient public transportation systems. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_667c1d347f8bd760f6aa58b3 Wed, 26 Jun 2024 10:10:59 -0400 2024-06-27T04:28:10-04:00 In these 3 European cities, retirees can go car-free, cut their costs, and rely on safe and efficient public transportation systems. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel Money /money Retirement /retirement money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/06/10/3-senior-friendly-retirement-destinations-in-asia/ Asia can offer a richer, fuller, more active life for seniors than the United States. These three retirement destinations offer special benefits and respectful treatment. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_6655dc5c0939d121bb42c944 Mon, 10 Jun 2024 07:38:53 -0400 2024-06-11T05:01:10-04:00 Asia can offer a richer, fuller, more active life for seniors than the United States. These three retirement destinations offer special benefits and respectful treatment. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/05/31/3-welcoming-overseas-havens-perfect-for-golfers/ For many golfers, owning a home on or near a course is the ultimate retirement dream. Here's my pick of destinations for those looking overseas for a golfing haven… Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_6659b0c3d8c91f561fe8f009 Fri, 31 May 2024 07:31:39 -0400 2024-06-04T02:24:30-04:00 For many golfers, owning a home on or near a course is the ultimate retirement dream. Here's my pick of destinations for those looking overseas for a golfing haven… getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel Money /money Retirement /retirement money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/05/28/these-5-mistakes-can-ruin-your-overseas-property-investment/ Whether you're a seasoned investor or a first-time buyer, it’s important to remember these five things when searching for your next overseas property purchase. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_6655a399ac6c4342917457f3 Tue, 28 May 2024 09:00:55 -0400 2024-06-04T02:14:46-04:00 Whether you're a seasoned investor or a first-time buyer, it’s important to remember these five things when searching for your next overseas property purchase. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/05/24/3-must-visit-travel-destinations-for-summer-2024/ Summer 2024 has the potential to be the busiest travel season of all time. Here are three destinations to visit for unique and compelling travel experiences. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_664c8dba2785155cfe06453a Fri, 24 May 2024 09:20:40 -0400 2024-06-04T01:36:16-04:00 Summer 2024 has the potential to be the busiest travel season of all time. Here are three destinations to visit for unique and compelling travel experiences. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/05/16/4-senior-friendly-destinations-in-europe/ American retirees in Europe can enjoy favorable laws, discounts, priority lines, and respectful treatment as a result of their senior status. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_6642089f80073a49ae0f5eea Thu, 16 May 2024 06:46:09 -0400 2024-06-04T01:15:16-04:00 American retirees in Europe can enjoy favorable laws, discounts, priority lines, and respectful treatment as a result of their senior status. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/04/30/3-destinations-that-are-ideal-for-solo-vacations/ Solo travel is a growing trend. It can be empowering and bring many benefits. The key to having a good experience as a solo traveler is picking the right destination. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_6630bbfe0bb4af37467f15ef Tue, 30 Apr 2024 06:10:19 -0400 2024-05-07T04:35:20-04:00 Solo travel is a growing trend. It can be empowering and bring many benefits. The key to having a good experience as a solo traveler is picking the right destination. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/04/28/6-overseas-markets-with-affordable-beach-property/ In these attractive, well-developed overseas property markets, the dream of beachfront living costs much less than it does in the United States. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_662e4c15a202ee4f6dbed990 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 18:12:14 -0400 2024-06-17T08:43:33-04:00 In these attractive, well-developed overseas property markets, the dream of beachfront living costs much less than it does in the United States. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/04/23/3-english-speaking-countries-to-retire-to/ For many people considering a move overseas one of the biggest barriers they face is the language barrier. In these 3 English-speaking havens you don't need to worry... Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_662808f3165a75310afbdd9a Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:37:28 -0400 2024-05-02T06:15:42-04:00 For many people considering a move overseas one of the biggest barriers they face is the language barrier. In these 3 English-speaking havens you don't need to worry... getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel Money /money money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/04/04/insider-tips-for-navigating-the-paris-olympics/ How to make the most of the Paris Summer Olympics—Or Avoid Them Entirely Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_660e668e5bd2d248fcc26a32 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 13:11:29 -0400 2024-04-05T03:45:16-04:00 How to make the most of the Paris Summer Olympics—Or Avoid Them Entirely getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/03/29/more-reasons-not-to-invest-in-greeces-golden-visa-program/ Greece is one of the latest European countries to make changes to its golden visa program. But for most people, the golden visa program isn't the best choice anyway. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_660576fb72472763133112da Fri, 29 Mar 2024 09:30:00 -0400 2024-06-03T07:03:53-04:00 Greece is one of the latest European countries to make changes to its golden visa program. But for most people, the golden visa program isn't the best choice anyway. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel Real Estate /real-estate money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/03/27/top-senior-friendly-destinations-in-latin-america/ From laws that offer more benefits to those of retirement age to how the average person on the street regards their elders, many societies overseas revere seniors... Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_6603dd86623bd338811c12e9 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 04:58:43 -0400 2024-04-12T04:38:07-04:00 From laws that offer more benefits to those of retirement age to how the average person on the street regards their elders, many societies overseas revere seniors... getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/03/22/is-this-sun-soaked-spot-europes-happiest-expat-haven/ A recent study into expat happiness around the world saw one geographically-blessed, culture-rich European haven dominate the rankings. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_65fdffd60ae8ac1a0da2e98e Fri, 22 Mar 2024 18:12:56 -0400 2024-04-05T05:14:55-04:00 A recent study into expat happiness around the world saw one geographically-blessed, culture-rich European haven dominate the rankings. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel Money /money Retirement /retirement money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/02/28/your-own-beachfront-dream-home-from-140000/ Live the dream of owning your own beachfront home for less than you'd think when you buy internationally. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_65df5bb4ae9caf1d532b9518 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 11:36:06 -0500 2024-04-04T13:10:26-04:00 Live the dream of owning your own beachfront home for less than you'd think when you buy internationally. LightRocket via Getty Images Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/02/26/do-europes-golden-visa-programs-even-make-sense/ The average person looking to live or invest in Europe should consider alternatives to golden visa programs. Golden visa programs only make sense in certain cases. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_65dcbe767f86d0332b809453 Mon, 26 Feb 2024 17:44:26 -0500 2024-04-04T12:42:20-04:00 The average person looking to live or invest in Europe should consider alternatives to golden visa programs. Golden visa programs only make sense in certain cases. Corbis via Getty Images Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel Money /money Retirement /retirement money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/02/23/why-single-men-need-to-consider-moving-overseas/ Moving overseas can dramatically transform your life, helping you discover a new, more exciting version of yourself. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_65d76a16ec42ac1d3c403db5 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 09:36:01 -0500 2024-04-05T05:15:42-04:00 Moving overseas can dramatically transform your life, helping you discover a new, more exciting version of yourself. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/01/31/4-hot-markets-for-overseas-property-investment-in-early-2024/ Overseas property investors and second home buyers should have these four markets, which have been home runs for capital gains, on their radar. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_65ba1ffb5654c856343f3b3c Wed, 31 Jan 2024 11:02:23 -0500 2024-06-19T07:58:41-04:00 Overseas property investors and second home buyers should have these four markets, which have been home runs for capital gains, on their radar. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2024/01/13/where-to-retire-in-europe-for-as-little-as-1865-per-month/ Top 5 dreamy havens to lower your cost of living in Europe—up to 61% cheaper to retire in Europe than in the U.S. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_65a24eca5a586c5fbbdbd13e Sat, 13 Jan 2024 04:05:12 -0500 2024-04-04T13:13:10-04:00 Top 5 dreamy havens to lower your cost of living in Europe—up to 61% cheaper to retire in Europe than in the U.S. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2023/12/27/is-portugal-still-a-good-place-to-retire/ It’s that time of year when media companies and publishing houses (including my own) release their lists of predictions for the year to come. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_65884887888a6f4d2a5af85a Wed, 27 Dec 2023 11:10:31 -0500 2024-06-03T06:57:40-04:00 It’s that time of year when media companies and publishing houses (including my own) release their lists of predictions for the year to come. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2023/12/22/wacky-ways-to-ring-in-the-new-year-like-a-local-in-europe/ Best ways celebrate the New Year like a local in France, Portugal, Spain, Greece and Italy—some are pretty strange! Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_6585523ad43d0905148525eb Fri, 22 Dec 2023 04:15:25 -0500 2024-04-05T04:29:47-04:00 Best ways celebrate the New Year like a local in France, Portugal, Spain, Greece and Italy—some are pretty strange! AFP via Getty Images Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2023/12/14/3-exciting-havens-where-you-can-retire-in-style-from-1200-a-month/ For most people thinking about retirement, budget is a key factor. Here are 3 destinations where you can live the good life on a monthly budget as low as $1,200 per month. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_657b2ef21413e240bc9617a2 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 12:23:06 -0500 2024-05-05T11:57:15-04:00 For most people thinking about retirement, budget is a key factor. Here are 3 destinations where you can live the good life on a monthly budget as low as $1,200 per month. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel Money /money Retirement /retirement money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2023/10/25/5-latin-america-havens-where-couples-can-live-well-on-2000-a-month/ Want to slash your cost of living and upgrade your lifestyle? In these 5 sun-drenched havens the cost of living can be less than half the average in the U.S. Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_6538e6f25dd6cb31da39bfe0 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 06:27:56 -0400 2024-05-05T12:06:32-04:00 Want to slash your cost of living and upgrade your lifestyle? In these 5 sun-drenched havens the cost of living can be less than half the average in the U.S. getty Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel money standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/2023/08/31/countries-that-welcome-americans-with-open-arms/ Hunger for international travel is at an all-time high in the United States, but which countries embrace American tourists? Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor Kathleen Peddicord, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/kathleenpeddicord/ content_64f0ee6bad3a092c4beaf9c7 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 18:52:57 -0400 2024-06-03T06:57:40-04:00 Hunger for international travel is at an all-time high in the United States, but which countries embrace American tourists? AFP via Getty Images Travel /travel Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel Editors' Pick editors-pick money standard