gwalks
American looking for information about Portugal
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Good areas in Portugal for expats from USA? by escapers8
We are beginning to research moving to Portugal from the Seattle area. We are looking for a town or city large enough to have good health care, near the coast, moderate cost of living, good culture and art scene, and a reasonable number of other ...
@FIRE_Expat Curious about what drew you to Ponte de Lima? We're scouting at the end of May, focusing on the Silver Coast and Algarve, with a stop in Setúbal. Leaning toward Caldas da Rainha and Olhão, although Setúbal is also ... Read More
Beginning the process of looking for a place to retire by Dan Farsaci
Hi everyone,My wife and I are starting the process of looking for a place in Europe to retire to at least part-time. We have been to Portugal and love it but we see the rules for income tax have changed for NHR. I can't justify taxes at ...
@JohnnyPT Does the NHR work even if I'm not working in Portugal? Although I'll miss seeing patients and would like to work part-time, even if I volunteer, but I haven't looked into whether my medical license would be accepted or what opportunities ... Read More
Beginning the process of looking for a place to retire by Dan Farsaci
Hi everyone,My wife and I are starting the process of looking for a place in Europe to retire to at least part-time. We have been to Portugal and love it but we see the rules for income tax have changed for NHR. I can't justify taxes at ...
My understanding from the US (and I hope JohnnyPT will correct me if I have misunderstood) is that the Portuguese tax is 45% less the 30% tax you paid in the USA due to an agreement they have to not do double taxation on income. I also understand ... Read More
How to keep indoor cats safe when there aren't window screens? by gwalks
The hardest adjustment for us will be the lack of screens on windows. We're used to throwing windows and doors wide open for air because we have screens to keep bugs out and cats in. We have a house now but expect to live in a flat in Portugal, ...
I'm keeping an open mind -- will look at everything as long as I can make it safe. Read More
How to keep indoor cats safe when there aren't window screens? by gwalks
The hardest adjustment for us will be the lack of screens on windows. We're used to throwing windows and doors wide open for air because we have screens to keep bugs out and cats in. We have a house now but expect to live in a flat in Portugal, ...
I don't believe one of mine is bright enough to be safe. He thought he could walk on a second-floor railing (first floor in Portuguese). He's fallen once. That height was survivable for a 1-year-old cat, though he used one of his nine lives ... Read More
How to keep indoor cats safe when there aren't window screens? by gwalks
The hardest adjustment for us will be the lack of screens on windows. We're used to throwing windows and doors wide open for air because we have screens to keep bugs out and cats in. We have a house now but expect to live in a flat in Portugal, ...
@Strontium Link came through -- thanks. It looks like it will be a great resource. Read More
How to keep indoor cats safe when there aren't window screens?
The hardest adjustment for us will be the lack of screens on windows. We're used to throwing windows and doors wide open for air because we have screens to keep bugs out and cats in. We have a house now but expect to live in a flat in Portugal, ... Read More
Silver Coast - Suggestions? by gwalks
Hubby and I are coming to explore the region in late May 2025 and intend to move in early spring 2026 (renting initially). The Silver Coast suits us in weather, population, and location --but I want to be sure we consider all our options. Our dream ...
@Strontium I did not mean to offend. I think it is a horrible and unfair thing that I want to escape. I want to live in a society where we can live together and work together, and where I can be a contributing member. I expect to live simply, as I ... Read More
Silver Coast - Suggestions? by gwalks
Hubby and I are coming to explore the region in late May 2025 and intend to move in early spring 2026 (renting initially). The Silver Coast suits us in weather, population, and location --but I want to be sure we consider all our options. Our dream ...
You would choke if you knew what our house will rent for in San Diego… We don’t plan to sell. It’s paid for and will give us a nice income even after all the taxes. $1000 only gets a room with shared access to a kitchen and ... Read More
Silver Coast - Suggestions? by gwalks
Hubby and I are coming to explore the region in late May 2025 and intend to move in early spring 2026 (renting initially). The Silver Coast suits us in weather, population, and location --but I want to be sure we consider all our options. Our dream ...
We're from the US. We're looking at the D7 Visa. This is a scouting trip to get a feel for the areas. We fully expect to rent for as long as it takes to feel we're making the right decision. We recognize that we may move a time or two (or more) ... Read More
Silver Coast - Suggestions? by gwalks
Hubby and I are coming to explore the region in late May 2025 and intend to move in early spring 2026 (renting initially). The Silver Coast suits us in weather, population, and location --but I want to be sure we consider all our options. Our dream ...
@JohnnyPT Sadly, the schedule doesn't work for this trip, but I suspect I can convince Hubby to schedule an apartment hunting trip to coincide with a later race weekend. 😉 Otherwise, since I'll have used all of my vacation time, we'll use ... Read More
Silver Coast - Suggestions? by gwalks
Hubby and I are coming to explore the region in late May 2025 and intend to move in early spring 2026 (renting initially). The Silver Coast suits us in weather, population, and location --but I want to be sure we consider all our options. Our dream ...
Good points. After more research, I added Portimão to the list as a less touristy part of the Algarve -- and hubby likes it for the nearby racetrack. He's a huge MotoGP fan and is excited by the prospect of watching races live, whether in ... Read More
Silver Coast - Suggestions? by gwalks
Hubby and I are coming to explore the region in late May 2025 and intend to move in early spring 2026 (renting initially). The Silver Coast suits us in weather, population, and location --but I want to be sure we consider all our options. Our dream ...
@donn25 Thanks for taking the time to reply. I am studying Portuguese for an hour most days (at least five days per week), so I should know enough for a friendly conversation by June (I learn quickly) and be quite comfortable in another 14 - 16 ... Read More
Silver Coast - Suggestions?
Hubby and I are coming to explore the region in late May 2025 and intend to move in early spring 2026 (renting initially). The Silver Coast suits us in weather, population, and location --but I want to be sure we consider all our options. Our dream ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi, I'm an exhausted physician, and my husband is a retired engineer. We're Americans, heading to Portugal in late May for a 10-day scouting trip on the way to another long-planned trip to Svalbard (we booted our pre-cruise exploration of Norway to ... Read More