What’s the Cost of Living in Sicily for Expats?

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  • Опубліковано 13 сер 2022
  • Because I talk about living internationally here on this channel, I always get asked about the cost of living from place to place. Right now I’m in Mussomeli, Sicily where I bought a home for just 5,000 Euros, and I’m going to show you that it’s not so expensive to live here in Europe.
    Oftentimes people think that the cost is going to be driven way up high because the Euro is usually more expensive than the Dollar, but that’s the farthest thing from the truth. The reality is that the cost of living in rural Sicily and in many parts of Italy, even if you’re in a larger city, is far cheaper than in large cities in the US.
    In today’s video I’m going to take you along throughout the day to show you exactly how much things cost, and your day-to-day expenses may be.
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  • @Karl__Pierre
    @Karl__Pierre  17 днів тому +1

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  • @pattysprings86
    @pattysprings86 Рік тому +90

    The grocery store here in the states that has that same cart system is called Aldi. Looks exactly like the Lidl your in. In fact there's actually Lidl in the states as well!

  • @lindamurray5503
    @lindamurray5503 Рік тому +64

    When I was a teenager, we lived in Germany and were supposed to take a trip to Italy, but my dad decided to retire and we went back stateside. I have always wanted to go there and live. I have known many Italians and Sicilians. Now I'm 70 and my husband and I are contemplating moving there.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +2

      Give it a chance, where are you based now

    • @lindamurray5503
      @lindamurray5503 Рік тому

      @@Karl__Pierre in the US

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      @@lindamurray5503 well I wish you the best

    • @lillic8522
      @lillic8522 Рік тому +3

      My parents in law moved back to Italy when they retired. They had a good life for a while, but it was hard in the end. They spent their summers behind closed shutters with air condition running. The building they lived in, had no elevator, so when the stairs got too hard they were basically locked in in their third floor apartment. When his Dad had to go to the hospital, my husband had to engage and pay for a night nurse. In the north, where they lived, the retirement home my mother in law had to go was quite ok (she had Altzheimers and could not live alone after my father in law died), in the south a good one could be hard to find.
      If you have kids you can not expect too much help, when you move away. For us it meant an 8 hour trip and leaving work on short notice, something we could not do for each emergency.
      You also have to bear in mind that not all people in Italy speak english, so unless you are fluent in Italian, you will have a hard time.
      I‘d recommend a vacation of several months, if you contemplate the move, that might just be enough. I know that we are definitely not going to live in Italy, despite still having family there. I wish you good luck with your adventures!

    • @bethb5915
      @bethb5915 Рік тому +2

      @@lillic8522 - Great advice to go for an extended stay to get to know an area. And I'd add, try to do a few administrative tasks to experience how it is to get everyday stuff done in Italy (post office, banking, etc).

  • @DarrellTurner2016
    @DarrellTurner2016 9 місяців тому +26

    I'm finding your series interesting. I moved to the Netherlands in 2008 for work and felt the Dutch were similarly open and lacking in prejudice. I'm now retired and living in Mexico. The culture here is even warmer, welcoming and much more relaxed than that of the U.S. or the Netherlands. Probably more like that of Italy.

  • @mariposa1933
    @mariposa1933 Рік тому +14

    That story made me cry. Love how kind people are. ❤

  • @user-yk9ru4qf9u
    @user-yk9ru4qf9u 18 днів тому +1

    He is right about the culture of giving. I was in a small village one time, and they gave me free breakfast the entire week. I was welcomed there are felt the love.

  • @Jameson77777
    @Jameson77777 Рік тому +25

    I’m in Connecticut & that grocery trip would have easily cost $150 if not more, and that’s only if you shop at a discount store like Aldi. Cost of living in the US is insane compared to most places in the world, and our quality of life isn’t as good. Life expectancy in the US has gone down now for several years in a row.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      For sure

    • @daphne201239
      @daphne201239 11 місяців тому

      But what are washed like in these other countries? I praised the video to get my cappuccino so I don't know yet if he covers that.

    • @olgasampis9745
      @olgasampis9745 9 місяців тому

      I live in Connecticut, is very expensive
      I live in Texas now, houston, and is very cheap
      But I traveled in calabria, basilica tan and puglia, and swear how cheap it is

    • @clarencewalder2985
      @clarencewalder2985 2 місяці тому +1

      Yes it has but I still would not live anywhere but The United States disputes all it's problems. I would however buy a home in Italy ot Germany

    • @tsampson6660
      @tsampson6660 10 днів тому +1

      You also have the highest salaries in the world though (of any country with a significant population, ie. not Qatar or Luxembourg etc)

  • @JR-eq6jz
    @JR-eq6jz Рік тому +7

    One of the best things about going abroad is so I can drive a manual anywhere. I love it.

  • @mk825
    @mk825 8 днів тому +1

    Thanks for the video. Yes, Italy is not that expensive for daily live. Only the income taxes are very high with 43% for income more than 50k…

  • @Antoinette737
    @Antoinette737 Рік тому +15

    Dear Mr. Pierre, thank you for this video. It helps my husband and me for our desicion to move to Italy. Could you please produce a part II "Cost of Living in Sicily" with more infos about what cost a car insurance, car taxes, health insurance, home insurance, what kind of other taxes are there, maybe some infos about startup your own small business? That would be really great. God bless you and your family. Ciao.

  • @baelee132
    @baelee132 Рік тому +2

    Love your videos 😊 thanks for the info!

  • @aishanaseem3268
    @aishanaseem3268 Рік тому +1

    Great information. Thank you for this.

  • @whitewalls4409
    @whitewalls4409 Рік тому +1

    Great video! Thanks for the content!

  • @KrazyKittyTailz
    @KrazyKittyTailz Рік тому +1

    Very informative, thank you!

  • @threepistols7
    @threepistols7 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for breaking this down!

  • @lb6284
    @lb6284 Рік тому +2

    Very informative, thank you for sharing !

  • @parler8698
    @parler8698 16 днів тому +2

    Amazing 👏🏿 demonstration

  • @orlandopoolebear
    @orlandopoolebear Рік тому +3

    Thank you for this information.

  • @Sagi56668
    @Sagi56668 Рік тому +2

    Great video! Thanks 😊

  • @PanteA..
    @PanteA.. 3 місяці тому +1

    Your clip is super helpful, thank you so much! ❤

  • @elsavillarreal7952
    @elsavillarreal7952 Рік тому +8

    Thank you so much for this. I appreciate it. I’ve been contemplating staying there for a couple of months & this gives me an idea of what to expect. Your content is beautiful.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      Thank you very much. Certainly give it a try the past few months have been outstanding. Really good experience and will be sharing more.

  • @dorothyedwards7225
    @dorothyedwards7225 2 місяці тому +2

    Thank you Karl for the detailed breakdown for the cost of living. Thank you for mentioning about the manual driving, even though I can drive, I know other people might not. I also appreciate the information regarding the water and the trash. These are all things to consider which you don't usually hear about. In the U.S. we take for granted and are used to the system of things, like long showers and baths. Thanks Karl.

  • @antoinettechuffa4982
    @antoinettechuffa4982 8 місяців тому +2

    Great informative vlog sooooo, thanks for your expertise and as a former native New Yorker, I've experienced those little things .......❤ BON VOYAGE and BUON APPÉTIT enjoy 😉 😊

  • @katherinerusshotfelt
    @katherinerusshotfelt Рік тому +7

    I appreciate the level of details and broad coverage you provide.

  • @ShemiDixon
    @ShemiDixon Рік тому +3

    Thanks for sharing! You have a beautiful family. Great information !!

  • @veganvendetta0187
    @veganvendetta0187 3 місяці тому +1

    Wow. Fantastic video and a beautiful family. Subscribed 😊

  • @debras.4718
    @debras.4718 Рік тому +1

    Great info, thanks! I'm glad I can drive a stick.

  • @ruthwright6247
    @ruthwright6247 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for the info
    Grazie ! Merci

  • @desmondndumari4856
    @desmondndumari4856 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for your information...

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      You're welcome and thanks for watching

  • @michelesherokee567
    @michelesherokee567 9 місяців тому +1

    I would enjoy learning investing and networking from you. Appreciate the video!

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  9 місяців тому +1

      More to come! Actually I'll be cover alot over the next few months some major investing and business development. Stay tuned!

  • @allborosnyc4544
    @allborosnyc4544 9 місяців тому +4

    Great video and very informative. As an American, more than likely you have health insurance but what do you do in Italy for payment when you or someone in your family gets sick and goes to the hospital or doctor visit?

  • @hudsonvalleyhealth9758
    @hudsonvalleyhealth9758 Рік тому +1

    Hi Im Ben I live in the hudson valley new york....never been to Italy but would love to go....I just came across your channelgonna start following you great info...Ive been thinking for awhile to get outta new york...even going to florida but thats changed so much since the pandemic...also maybe Costa Rica or Italy.....guess Ill figure it out but thanks for your time doing these vids it helps out so much!!! Talk to ya soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      All great places. I'll be going deeper into global living next year. Stay tuned and welcome to the channel

  • @MidratsSnack
    @MidratsSnack 9 місяців тому +2

    So glad to see a Lidl there! We have one here in York PA, as well as an Aldi's.

  • @younisyohanne9450
    @younisyohanne9450 Рік тому +18

    Hi Karl,
    Coming across your channel by accident today, 25th December, has been the best Christmas gift so far. I’ve always dreamt of leaving the UK and moving to Italy, but so many concerns about the country have held me back. That’s why finding your simple, well-presented and down-to-earth approach has given me hope. Thank you.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +2

      Merry Christmas and thanks for the kind words

  • @MsChicoro
    @MsChicoro Рік тому +15

    The clarity and the quality of the film is amazingly well done! I circumvented the island of Sicily this summer for 30 days, using public transport. This video was so helpful regarding purchasing properties. It's a a very good benchmark. Congratulations on your success and on the acquisition of the properties! Thank you for the informative video, it is greatly appreciated!

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      Where are you thinking of buying?

    • @MsChicoro
      @MsChicoro Рік тому

      @@Karl__Pierre Still assessing. Ideally, I'm looking for a property with a sea view. Thank you for the inquiry.

    • @bethb5915
      @bethb5915 Рік тому +1

      What an adventure, that's awesome! 👏🏼

    • @LindaIBrown
      @LindaIBrown 9 місяців тому

      Thank goodness I can drive a stick!

    • @LindaIBrown
      @LindaIBrown 9 місяців тому

      Wow they control the water , ugh…do or can you collect rain water?

  • @orlandopoolebear
    @orlandopoolebear Рік тому +2

    I really would love to have a chat with you because my wife and I are really considering moving to Italy. If you have some time that would be great. Keep up the great work.👍🏾

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      Awesome. You can book time to chat with me or my business partner Cecilia at www.cheaphousesinitaly.com were working with clients to assist with this process.

  • @amdgbvmh7661
    @amdgbvmh7661 Рік тому +2

    +
    Good to see you. Excellent presentation and bravo on your italiano.
    God bless you and your famiglia.

  • @1NavyLT
    @1NavyLT Рік тому +1

    Hey, brother! Glad to see you and the family are doing well! Too bad I didn't get a chance to work with you when you had the job opening in Medellin. Hope we get a chance to catch up when we are both in Colombia or Europe. Continued success and be safe and well.

  • @pascalfl2610
    @pascalfl2610 Рік тому +1

    Great video. I like your determination.

  • @latasha716
    @latasha716 8 місяців тому +2

    Hahaha at the grocery store...yea some stores, foreign stores in the US, like Aldi etc have that cart system. As for simply grocery shopping, every time I go to Europe, I enjoy going grocery shopping. It may be weird for that to be my highlight. But it makes me feel like a local....wandering around the grocery store or market on a Saturday, since everything is usually closed on Sunday's, is my fun😅😅 I'm not even going to say hoe many reusable foreign shopping bags I have here in the US... they are just better quality and actually cute in Europe....Germany, Spain, etc. Lol

  • @_construction_2023
    @_construction_2023 Рік тому +1

    I was at lidl
    Stores. In 2021. In germany. And France.
    I remember all these experiences that you have shown here :)

  • @mbranham27
    @mbranham27 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for another wonderfully informative video. Do you have any information on healthcare insurance?

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      No but adding to list of information to film

  • @christobar
    @christobar Рік тому +13

    We spent the summer in Portugal, and even in Lisbon eating out every meal for 5 people was cheaper than buying groceries at a warehouse style store here in the States. How have things gotten so outrageously expensive here? Is it labor costs or what?

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +3

      Labor, fuel, price hikes just because and demand. Prices are absurd here

    • @theresanolan1157
      @theresanolan1157 Рік тому +4

      @@Karl__Pierre I doubt if its the labour costs, grred from the top.....

  • @rebeccagutierrez1960
    @rebeccagutierrez1960 9 місяців тому +1

    Karl, I just♡ LOVE ♡how your videos are done. Your wife and kid are gorgeous. Keep up the good work.

  • @ISeeNow
    @ISeeNow Рік тому +2

    You make me wanna move back home, love it

  • @hiprettyladyenc
    @hiprettyladyenc Рік тому +1

    Love this segment

  • @fusadiluna
    @fusadiluna Рік тому +1

    this Is off topic, but you have the most beautiful voice ever. I could listen for hours.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      Thank you, that's really kind of you.

  • @ZTravelDream
    @ZTravelDream Рік тому +1

    Great video See you in Sicily soon.

  • @OscarMartinez-sf6lb
    @OscarMartinez-sf6lb Рік тому +1

    So Happy with joy to move over there soon give my daughter something more then I every had Blessings too everyone 🙏🏽

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      What's your timeline and what town are you moving to.

  • @vishy
    @vishy Рік тому +1

    You’re an inspiration Karl!

  • @MC-tg1xk
    @MC-tg1xk 9 місяців тому +1

    Excellent video.

  • @MariStunna
    @MariStunna Рік тому +2

    Amazing video. Very informative

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      Thank you!

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      Are you thinking of buying in Italy?

    • @MariStunna
      @MariStunna Рік тому

      @@Karl__Pierre yes and no. I was actually looking more so in Thailand after college. Just a little scary bc I’ll be kind-of alone.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      @@MariStunna 70million ppl there you certainly will not be alone. go for it you can always leave if it doesnt work out

    • @_construction_2023
      @_construction_2023 Рік тому

      I'd like to buy un Italy. Would you like to partner up, to buy a country house there ? I'm sure sharing it would make it a better deal, more doable.

  • @r3ggi3000
    @r3ggi3000 9 місяців тому

    Hi Karl. I’m a new subscriber. I’ve been enjoying your content.
    Are you Haitian 🇭🇹 ?

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  9 місяців тому +1

      Yes. My parents are Haitian but I was born in the states

  • @remikatsandeuj3699
    @remikatsandeuj3699 Рік тому

    Hi Karl. Very informative videos,thanks. One question, if you are operating a holiday home how do you manage the weekly water delivery?

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      it gets delivered 2x a week via municiple pumps, it refills my tanks on the and we have enough storage for 4 days.

  • @saratasker7248
    @saratasker7248 3 місяці тому +1

    I’m totally sold! I so want to live here! I’m currently in the UK and I’ve got my note pad and pen trying to work out a way to bring the dream to life… Thank you for your videos

  • @elvio3810
    @elvio3810 Рік тому +8

    Just discovered your channel, love it. I'm from Caltanissetta, I'm really happy to see someone who choose to invest in my territory! :) Now I live in Milan and, despite all the opportunities that I have here, it is really incredible to see the difference between cost of living in a big city and the one that I used to have in Sicily. Really hope that your videos could inspire someone to invest in sicily too! One day I hope to meet you and offer you a coffee!! :)

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +3

      Thank you for your feedback. Would love to grab a coffee. I think living in Sicily and able to earn internationally is a good way to live.

    • @carlippolito143
      @carlippolito143 4 місяці тому +1

      @@Karl__Pierre @elvio3810
      I'm just dying to learn more about my Sicilian heritage and potential ex-pat opportunities. My ancestors are from Villalba, a commune about half-way between Palermo and Agrigento also in Caltanissetta. Thank you for providing the Sicilian perspective.

    • @carlippolito143
      @carlippolito143 4 місяці тому

      'm just dying to learn more about my Sicilian heritage and potential ex-pat opportunities. My ancestors are from Villalba, a commune about half-way between Palermo and Agrigento also in Caltanissetta. Thank you for providing the Sicilian perspective.

    • @andrewdiprose
      @andrewdiprose Місяць тому

      @@carlippolito143 Villalba is probably not too far from Mussomeli.

  • @crystalmyers2770
    @crystalmyers2770 Рік тому +1

    Aldi’s does the same thing with their Carts here n the states . I’m thankful I came across your videos. I’m definitely interested n relocating out of the country.. thx again 🫶🏽🧿🪬

  • @FoxdenGamer
    @FoxdenGamer Рік тому +6

    I've been dreaming of finding a nice place in Italy, so to find your channel, it's been amazing! I have one question though, if say someone we're looking to own a place there and wanted to go through you guys, will you guys have listings on your site available to look through or do we have to set up a meeting with you and your team?

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +2

      Awesome, to answer your question simply its Both!
      We have listings that are kind of basic, and will expand on that with time and user feedback. I do encourage booking a call first as its our way of screening serious interest.

    • @FoxdenGamer
      @FoxdenGamer Рік тому +1

      @@Karl__Pierre I have one more question, do you guys also only handle properties just in Mussomeli??

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      @@FoxdenGamer at the moment yes

  • @josatkin
    @josatkin Рік тому +1

    Great video, I;'e been looking at small apartments for some time but as I work remotely it's essential the internet and connectivity is great. How do you find the internet access and usage costs in Mussomeli? Did you have to connect your properties to internet and if so, was it simple or a long winded process?

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +2

      One property was simple other needed new lines ran. I have 100mbps pretty good and stable.

  • @ivanwilkins5737
    @ivanwilkins5737 Рік тому +3

    Great stuff, we own a small home in the country of France. It’s SO kickback, food is most part fresh, way cheeper, phone wifi service way cheeper. Thanks ( I’m ready to go back 😢

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      Yes I feel like there are many places in the world that offer a great quality of life for much less. And the savings can be used to enjoy big cities and luxuries when you want them. When living in NY I had access to tons of things like restaurants, Broadway, nightlife etc but you're not consuming that daily. When I want it I can go back and enjoy it.

  • @ericamciver1293
    @ericamciver1293 6 місяців тому +2

    This video is extremely helpful, as I have my appointment to purchase my home in June 2024. ❤

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  6 місяців тому +1

      Awesome

    • @andrewdiprose
      @andrewdiprose Місяць тому +1

      Cost of living in Sicilia has gone up since mid 2022. I know because I visited my sister in a hill town not too far from Mussomeli back in January 2023 and basics such as flour have gone up. Organic honey usually costs more than 5 euros (in the rest of Italy). Orange juice even in the LIDL now costs at least 2 euros.

  • @joylight9167
    @joylight9167 Рік тому +1

    I. WAS IN ITALY IN 2018 AND FELL IN LOVE!#

  • @robertbrooks124
    @robertbrooks124 Рік тому +18

    Another really informative video! Thanks, Karl. This is great insight for your American audience and those of us in Europe, too 🙂I love the cost of food in Sicily. That breakfast that cost you €11.50 would cost about €30 in Helsinki. Can't wait to get back to Sicily ☺

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      Glad you enjoyed it! When people complain about cost of living I always try to encourage them to figure out a way to earn remotely and go where things are cheaper!

    • @robertbrooks124
      @robertbrooks124 Рік тому +1

      @@Karl__Pierre That is basically my retirement plan right right there 😆

    • @romi929
      @romi929 9 місяців тому

      Oh boy … Helsinki sounds as expensive as South Florida 😳
      Life in US is definitely got out or control in the last 3 years . Been in US for 30 years , never experienced what’s happening now. Cost of living is outrageously high and I am doing ok can’t even imagine people that live pay check to pay check .

    • @rebeccagutierrez1960
      @rebeccagutierrez1960 9 місяців тому

      @@Karl__Pierre ...or just move where it's cheaper and you might not even have to work remotely.

  • @123uptime
    @123uptime 5 місяців тому +1

    Great video, the price of food is not just cheaper, but the quality far exceeds the quality in the United States. Thanks for these videos

  • @richardbarthelemy4431
    @richardbarthelemy4431 Рік тому +3

    Great content as usual. I went to your website and thought I would find some 1 euro houses. I was thinking about a full project 2 bed-2 baths as an investment property- (time frame? Budget?)
    Open to suggestions

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +2

      Hi Richard. In Mussomeli You can find 3 categories of Home:
      Dead 1 Euro - True Cost about 5k these homes will require full rehab and can cost well over 60k to get to a standard you'd like. I only recommend these for people who really want that kind of project and total control of final restoration.
      5k-40k this range gets you anything from a liveable 1br house that needs work to a renovated property with everything you need. The closer to 40k usually the better the condition and almost no work needed.
      Over 40k will usually be renovated move in ready
      For a 2bedroom 2 Ba project house expect about 20k purchase price and 15-20k renovations to get it to a point you like. Obviously you can spend more than that if you chose. I currently know of a 1BR 1.5 Bath that can flex to a 2BR 2 Bath home asking price 30k reno around 6-8k to get int to 2br 2 BA
      What's your budget & Time Frame - Additionally if you are seriously considering buying I recommend booking a call at www.cheaphousesinitaly.com to discuss futher.

  • @jrramos167
    @jrramos167 Рік тому +1

    Nice video Friend .. the same shopping cart system is at Costco Wholesale in the USA , it’s been working for years and it’s great..

  • @thebigcheese5606
    @thebigcheese5606 Рік тому +1

    Just recently subscribed to your channel, a YT suggestion, 😉 and eggs are thru the roof. Depending where you are in the states, they are up to, get this, $15.00 a DOZEN. A DOZEN! That was in apparently in upstate South Carolina. I'm in North Carolina and they are about $5.00 a dozen at Aldi. I could go on but, you get the picture. Enjoy your content.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      I know it's crazy I'm in the States as well and I'm averaging $6-8 a dozen. Everytime I go to the market I want to punch the register

  • @Just_passing_through23
    @Just_passing_through23 Рік тому +2

    As an Australian born first generation Italian who experiences Italy once a year yes it’s true it’s cheaper there in some ways but you have to look at wages though. It’s actually expensive considering their wages. But for us yes many things are cheaper
    The shopping trolleys with the coin we have here also. Aldi uses this system.
    As for shopping prices. I’m Sicily it’s cheap because it’s in the south of Italy where most people don’t want to go as there’s not much there, from Rome and up to the north shopping costs a mint now. As much if not more in most things than here in sydney…

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      Then the solution is to port your job if able to earn from a distance

  • @joylight9167
    @joylight9167 Рік тому +1

    Breakfast was one of my favorite times there! I long for it!

  • @joer5627
    @joer5627 Рік тому +2

    It is interesting you are in Mussemeli as my family of origin is in Casteltermini across the valley

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      Cool! Have you thought about getting a property there?

  • @chadhansen5057
    @chadhansen5057 Рік тому +1

    Phenomenal video

  • @olgasampis9745
    @olgasampis9745 9 місяців тому

    I enjoy your videos so much.wish you Hali ness in Italy
    My dream place

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  9 місяців тому +1

      I hope so too!

    • @olgasampis9745
      @olgasampis9745 9 місяців тому

      @@Karl__Pierre just saw a video about scalea, in calabria properties for 23,000 by the sea

  • @cannastartup2794
    @cannastartup2794 Рік тому +2

    Very nice video.

  • @dsparks149
    @dsparks149 Рік тому +1

    It looks beautiful 😍

  • @dgasmd1
    @dgasmd1 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for all the info. Have been following for a while. The link to the managing company for cheap houses in italy is not working BTW

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      Really I just checked it's worked which link are you referring too?

  • @MidratsSnack
    @MidratsSnack 9 місяців тому

    20,000 in taxes in New York! I grew up in Staten Island. Black and Italian heritage. You have a beautiful family! Dang bro that's nuts. I'm closing in on retirement and looking for a small place in southern Italy. I'll definitely keep following your channel!

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  9 місяців тому

      Yeah property in Freeport and in Westchester....it's nuts

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  9 місяців тому

      Retirement in Italy is a sweet low cost life. What's your timeline.

    • @MidratsSnack
      @MidratsSnack 9 місяців тому

      @@Karl__Pierre 3 and half years!

  • @Karl__Pierre
    @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

    If you're interested in a property in this town check out what i have available at www.cheaphousesinitaly.com

  • @tatsumasa75
    @tatsumasa75 Рік тому +1

    Hi, great content. I just wanna point when you show your bills the first one is 2 months (Bimestre Lug 2022-Ago 2022), the second one only 1 month (Ago-Ago-22). Sorry to point this out, i love your channel

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      It's ok but it's also adjusted from when I requested services

  • @Jean_villegas
    @Jean_villegas Рік тому +1

    finally videos i like, i was in Rome and other parts of italy a few years back and loved the atmosphere there, i was wrong about taxes it is cheaper then colombia even

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      Two in a row

    • @Jean_villegas
      @Jean_villegas Рік тому

      ​@@Karl__Pierre dont know if youve gotten why but most your other vids dont match my interest. most videos i think talk bad about the united states and the others attract trash to medellin, if i wanted a wife i dont need to travel there. The united states is not as dead as many think. There lot of opportunities here still if you know how to look. thats why is called land of opportunity. I know cities like new york are more money but there is alot to do here just the other day i was on jetskis and on row boats in the east river. regarding italy is more of my interests.

    • @Jean_villegas
      @Jean_villegas Рік тому

      and fix your website very weak password and weak networking skills ua-cam.com/users/shortsr5ktCFBoe24

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +3

      @@Jean_villegas how do my videos on Medellin attract trash? And when do I bash America? I share my opinion for why I prefer to not live in America is always the same. Poor social relations especially as a "black person" I don't want my kids growing up with that BS. Then it's cost of living/work life balance. I feel there are better environments for me to raise a family elsewhere.
      I always give credit to America for opportunities and financial merit.
      The message is totally consistent

    • @Jean_villegas
      @Jean_villegas Рік тому

      @@Karl__Pierre from the words you say is the perspective i get and now you bringing the race card with the as a black person. All my family from antioquia, grew up in new york and love it her cause of all types of diversity. Im blond, blue eyes, tall but i know i have black ancestors. Im tired of the race card, there plenty of black people which i know do good, have prosperous businesses. You seemed to of started your fortune in the usa. This country even had a black president......most of the race card bs comes from lib media..... many like you pull out the race card and from experience black people have been way more racists with me

  • @israeldrl
    @israeldrl Рік тому +4

    What a lovely place!

  • @daniellow655
    @daniellow655 Рік тому

    Best video I have seen about cost of any county. All I can do is hope my retirement income gets my family moved there. Right now its boarder line for income qualifications

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      Do you own a home or any asset that you can rent? There are other countries that have lower requirements.

  • @Kenquinones
    @Kenquinones Рік тому

    Karl, how about mail delivery? Sending to the US and receiving mail from abroad (US). Also the traveling getting to Mussomeli. How long are we talking?

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      Palermo to Mussomeli is about 2 hours. Easy drive. I didn't send mail to and from the USA but local mail works and Amazon

  • @Newsallday1971
    @Newsallday1971 3 дні тому

    In Alberta Canada, every grocery store has the coin returns, Costco is the only grocery place that doesnt, has been like that for longer than i can remember. But cool video, and looks like a great place to live.

  • @katella
    @katella Рік тому +2

    Anywhere in the Mediterranean is a good lifestyle. I've been living on one of the islands for 20+ years. You can do this with very little money and the quality of life is great.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      How much would you say is needed per month?

    • @katella
      @katella Рік тому +3

      @@Karl__Pierre ooh! I couldn't say. Everyone has their own level of comfort that they are used to having. I have lived life without a safety net so I am used to highs and lows in my income and don't go off the rails during a dry spell. I had a mediocre job in the US, gave that up and started fresh in a bottom level job in Germany ( including learning the language on the job), worked my way up to a well paying job and then got the opportunity to live on an island in the Mediterranean and did the same thing again that I'd done in Germany. I've now got a country cottage with a pool and a Spanish pension and couldn't be happier. I now live off grid, have few expenses and my small pension is adequate for how I plan to live out my life in this beautiful place. There are many ways to reach your dream without much money. We have free healthcare with is wonderful. Never a penny out of pocket.
      I suppose the main thing is not to be fearful.

  • @LyndaE79
    @LyndaE79 11 днів тому

    How do I get started with purchasing a home and giving to communities in Sicily? Any links you may be able to provide would be appreciated

  • @drumwhacker4601
    @drumwhacker4601 Рік тому

    Hello! I've been following you for awhile. It's wonderful to watch these videos.
    I lived in Sicily for two and a half years near Brucoli, decades ago.
    I've been thinking about buying and have seen lots of videos.
    Are you aware of any cheap weekly or up to a month long places to stay in your area?
    I'd like to have a "home base". Nothing fancy. I'll be renting a car.
    I've checked around and Air B&B and hotels for up to a month seem to be through the roof as far as price.
    Some hotels are offering cheap rooms but you share with 3 other people!
    I'm thinking about becoming a resident to buy in the 7% flat tax areas.
    All of Sicily, as well as Sardinia and all of southern Italy) is in the 7% flat tax zone as long as the town population is 20,000 or under. You probably know this.
    Isn't there an outdoor daily market in Mussomeli with fresh seafood, meat, every type of bread and vegetables? Every town had one when I was there. And no supermarkets all over the place like now!
    Looking forward to your videos!

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      Hey. I would do a monthly rental on my place for $600. I rent it at $59 a night. I also have a rental car company that will do rentals at 35/day. The market is every Tuesday and the bread shop is up the street. There are produce folks and a fish market up the street as well. I still go to the supermarket for all other essentials.

    • @drumwhacker4601
      @drumwhacker4601 Рік тому +1

      @@Karl__Pierre Thank you! I'll be in touch!

    • @_construction_2023
      @_construction_2023 Рік тому

      My friend , air b and b has monthly rentals
      In Europe. Very good deals wow! I rented a place in germany , whole month , 850. Dollars.

  • @lightuponlight6727
    @lightuponlight6727 Рік тому +2

    Thank you..... very encouraging.

  • @adamwalker7338
    @adamwalker7338 Рік тому

    Dude, just visited Sicily for the first time this past August. Wonderful place. How do you stay skinny with the food so good?
    I'd be interested in what the rates are for renovation labor, materials. Also, what do cars and insurance go for?

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      Workout daily hahahah I have another video on the renovations costs on my properties. Cars a small 3-4 cylinder diesels for the most part. All depends on what you buy I suppose but insurance is nothing like the USA much cheaper

    • @bethb5915
      @bethb5915 Рік тому

      Hi Adam, you have to be a legal resident of Italy in order to buy / register a car. Although I read it's sufficient to show proof that you've applied for residency. Registration costs a couple hundred $ a year, or more if your car has more horsepower. I looked up recent average gas prices in Italy and they were approx: gas €6.70 /US gal, and diesel €7.70 /US gal. For those reasons and the narrow streets in a lot of places, small cars are preferable, like Karl advised.

  • @felisiaperkins8247
    @felisiaperkins8247 15 днів тому

    We have the coin based cart in some stores in Chicago, Illinois at Aldi a grocery store

  • @maryd3779
    @maryd3779 Рік тому

    Hi I’m from ny, too and u got me seriously thinking abt this….buying inexpensive villa to fix & live

  • @JulieIelasi-lt7yp
    @JulieIelasi-lt7yp 5 місяців тому

    Good to see even in italy tiday in your shopping trolley your groceries are in paoer bags fantastic 👍 in Australia wevhavevit here all over Australia its a very good thing for the planet 😋

  • @arsendavtyan9255
    @arsendavtyan9255 7 місяців тому

    Coming to musslomeli end of october looking to purchase a ready to move in littyle something. Any thought? Gonna be there for a month.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  7 місяців тому

      Sure let me know if you need a place to stay. I have one new property that I'm going to help a friend sell. It's in fair shape for only 15k

  • @andrewwolkowich
    @andrewwolkowich Рік тому +1

    In Canada those same grocery store items or compatible items you'd be paying over $300. Which would work out to around $250 Euro

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому +1

      More reason to leave ay

    • @andrewwolkowich
      @andrewwolkowich Рік тому

      I've told my step kids over the last couple of years since their mom passed away everywhere I go in Canada was somewhere it was with their mom. Maybe a fresh start some place to learn how to live again.

  • @AB_883
    @AB_883 3 місяці тому +1

    We’ve got that coin based system in Australia as well lol it’s a great idea as without it, people dump carts all over the place. Also reduces people taking them.
    Regarding the cart of groceries, I filled up a single plastic bag today and paid $124 AUD!

  • @sheisofthewoods
    @sheisofthewoods Рік тому

    That would be a $200-300 cart in Rural Oregon, we're on average paying $100 for 1-2 bags of basic groceries.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      For sure I know...down in Florida every time I go to the market I feel like I should consider giving up eating altogether

    • @sheisofthewoods
      @sheisofthewoods Рік тому

      @@Karl__Pierre And what's funny is people are like "why would you ever leave America?", and I'm just like...so I can eat😅

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      @@sheisofthewoods people who say that haven't been anywhere else or a highly resistant to change.

  • @Dafoodmaster
    @Dafoodmaster Рік тому

    cents are just called cents or eurocents here in NL, probably something similar in italy? good vid!

  • @justavictorin2973
    @justavictorin2973 Рік тому

    Pierre, I love your videos. Great job. However, there is nothing for sale on your website. Thank you.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      Yes just send a request through the site and I will get more information to you.

    • @justavictorin2973
      @justavictorin2973 Рік тому

      @@Karl__Pierre thank you for replying. I was just browsing. Not necessarily ready to make a move.

  • @pattyshobbyworld2851
    @pattyshobbyworld2851 Рік тому

    Wow amazing....my question is Healthcare hospitals clinics

  • @bronzedrage
    @bronzedrage Рік тому

    In the States, those melons are called Crenshaw melons. And they are one of my favorites. They're expensive though; like $6.99 or $7.99 per melon.

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  Рік тому

      Flights aren't cheap these days haha . They are delicious especially with balsamic glaze

  • @GinetteCallaway
    @GinetteCallaway 9 місяців тому

    We have Lidl and Aldis In the US both are German companies. They both use the coin system

    • @Karl__Pierre
      @Karl__Pierre  9 місяців тому

      Yes I've seen them since getting back. Before I never did.