Budget Series: Hidden Costs (and how to avoid them)

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Moving abroad isn’t just about booking a plane ticket and packing a few suitcases. If you’re not prepared for the hidden expenses lurking in the shadows, they’ll devour your budget faster than you can say "visa application fee." In this episode, we’re uncovering the sneaky costs that catch so many expats off guard—documentation fees, visa costs, banking nightmares, short-term housing expenses, and more.

But don’t panic! I’m giving you the inside scoop on how to avoid these budget busters (without having to sell a kidney). Plus, if you’re serious about moving abroad without going broke, don’t miss my Don't Go Broke Abroad challenge kicking off on April 1st, 2025. Details and registration link below!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why documentation and legalization fees can feel like legal extortion—and how to cut costs.
• The real price of visa applications (hint: it’s not just the application fee).
• How foreign banking fees quietly drain your wallet and what to do instead.
• The hidden costs of temporary housing (and how to score deals on short-term rentals).
• Why shipping your entire house abroad might be the worst financial decision you ever make.
• The shocking reality of double taxation for U.S. citizens (because Uncle Sam never forgets).

Join the "Don't Go Broke Abroad" Challenge! Want a clear, stress-free roadmap to budgeting for your move? Join my 3-day Don't Go Broke Abroad challenge, starting April 1st, 2025. We’ll cover: ✔️ The BEFORE Budget: Visa fees, application costs, medical exams, document and translator fees. ✔️ The MOVE Budget: Travel expenses, temporary accommodation, pet relocation costs. ✔️ The AFTER Budget: Taxes, tax treaties, double taxation, and managing retirement accounts.

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Resources Mentioned:

• Wise & Revolut for international banking
• U.S. State Department for apostille information
• Expat Facebook groups for short-term rental deals

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