I wouldn’t advise anyone to move to a foreign country without a steady flow of income that can support the same quality of life that you are accustomed to in your current country. Colombia for example: I don’t know where people get their numbers from but I find it entertaining; a gringo will most likely have to Airbnb and you’ll be looking at $1200 plus per month; food is just as expensive depending on how you eat- I don’t think most people will be satisfied with rice and beans and an arepa day in day out- I easily spend $600 yeah 150 per week plus per month on groceries yes in CO not to diff from what I spend in the US- so whats that: 2k off the bat for food and shelter. And eating out can be just as expensive as well. And then what is your plan for staying in the country? Indefinite 90 day visa stamps or do you qualify for another type that will allow you to remain in the country for a year or more? Will you be comfortable with sustaining your obligations (financial, familial etc, in your native and new country? Who’s going to receive your mail? Water your plants? If you don’t speak spanish, your world is going to be VERY small in Colombia, and you’ll begin to feel isolated and start growing resentful and find yourself missing that former life you were running from. I find a lot of gringos come to Colombia and become very unhealthy: physically, mentally, socially and just in general they spend time with other expats and make a past time of talking about all that is wrong with their new found paradise after the honeymoon phase dissipates. In Medellin you will struggle to make any meaningful connections if thats what you seek, you’ll find it very transactional and superficial. Although you will be charmed by the politeness at a topical level. But hey give it a shot! It’s your life enjoy it while you have it.
I can understand where you’re coming from. I’m Colombian but I haven’t lived there in 24 years. I lived here when I was 17 to go to college. Now my husband and I have been thinking about moving to Colombia with our 5 kids. In fact, my husband is there, to have the lifestyle we have here, we’re looking at apartments that cost 2 mill COP. And in our case, it would be better to buy than to rent. With regards to food and household help (to give me the rest I need) things are a little better in Colombia than the US. We’re spend around $2500USD a month in food (we have 4 growing boys) and that doesn’t include going out to eat. I think food could be savings for us there. I also understand the superficiality of the relationships there. Even for me, a Colombian, I recognize that people there will befriend you if they have something to gain from the friendship. And you must never trust Colombians. That you better believe it. Over all, I think people should just go on vacation. Later perhaps, stay a bit longer. Of things do turn out well, then maybe consider it long term. But they should have a plan before hand.
@@cj-nyc2057 Yeah that’s possible, but at that rate it would be on the low even for Colombian standards, my friends( Colombian) in Bello are now paying more than 2million pesos a month for rent ; guess I’m speaking more for foreigners accustomed to a middle to upper middle accommodation. And even still you have to have some sort of connection and relationship to get something at that price-point. Most foreigner would be completely lost trying to navigate such a thing, but I guess its possible just not very likely, without some sort of in./
@@selfhelp321 agreed. You need local contacts otherwise you’re paying gringo prices. But why move to a new country without developing these contacts. Yes Bello is nice. A friend of mine there pays $500 for a beautiful modern 1br.
I've been living in Medellin for 7 years. It's hard to find unfurnished apartments due to us foreigners needing to have a fiador(s) or co-signer(s). You definitely need to know locals who are property owners so that they can co-sign for you. My wife is Colombian, and she has multiple family members who are property owners. They co-sign for me every time without hesitation. Also, learn how to shop more like a local for food. I go to La Vaquita as they offer different discounts during the week. I also will go to the Fruver, the Mayorista, or Minorista. Those are local farmers markets where you can buy a lot of fruits, and vegetables very cheap.
Great video. I'm an engineer in the oil and gas industry here in Houston. Expatriate work doing exactly what I do here with a company that has operations in Colombia, Brazil, Argentina would be a great fit. Keep on making the videos. This one was very informative. I'm checking out Cali next week, but Medellin is calling me...
Working is an honorable occupation, and working for yourself, partnership, or corporations , you will be blessed, a man that don’t work, don’t eat!! I worked all my life for someone else and retired early as a Millionaire, the lesson is every man needs to work!!! We have too many young men not working or productive, you owe the world something good!!!
I've been working online for over 15 years! I'm sooo dumb for not traveling! I JUST now bought a laptop :/ but i guess better later than never :)
First place you are goin?
@@v8brandon682 I'm leaning towards Thailand because weed is legal there currently. It cost 3 times as much to fly there than to Colombia.
I wouldn’t advise anyone to move to a foreign country without a steady flow of income that can support the same quality of life that you are accustomed to in your current country. Colombia for example: I don’t know where people get their numbers from but I find it entertaining; a gringo will most likely have to Airbnb and you’ll be looking at $1200 plus per month; food is just as expensive depending on how you eat- I don’t think most people will be satisfied with rice and beans and an arepa day in day out- I easily spend $600 yeah 150 per week plus per month on groceries yes in CO not to diff from what I spend in the US- so whats that: 2k off the bat for food and shelter. And eating out can be just as expensive as well. And then what is your plan for staying in the country? Indefinite 90 day visa stamps or do you qualify for another type that will allow you to remain in the country for a year or more? Will you be comfortable with sustaining your obligations (financial, familial etc, in your native and new country? Who’s going to receive your mail? Water your plants? If you don’t speak spanish, your world is going to be VERY small in Colombia, and you’ll begin to feel isolated and start growing resentful and find yourself missing that former life you were running from. I find a lot of gringos come to Colombia and become very unhealthy: physically, mentally, socially and just in general they spend time with other expats and make a past time of talking about all that is wrong with their new found paradise after the honeymoon phase dissipates. In Medellin you will struggle to make any meaningful connections if thats what you seek, you’ll find it very transactional and superficial. Although you will be charmed by the politeness at a topical level. But hey give it a shot! It’s your life enjoy it while you have it.
I can understand where you’re coming from. I’m Colombian but I haven’t lived there in 24 years. I lived here when I was 17 to go to college. Now my husband and I have been thinking about moving to Colombia with our 5 kids. In fact, my husband is there, to have the lifestyle we have here, we’re looking at apartments that cost 2 mill COP. And in our case, it would be better to buy than to rent.
With regards to food and household help (to give me the rest I need) things are a little better in Colombia than the US. We’re spend around $2500USD a month in food (we have 4 growing boys) and that doesn’t include going out to eat. I think food could be savings for us there.
I also understand the superficiality of the relationships there. Even for me, a Colombian, I recognize that people there will befriend you if they have something to gain from the friendship. And you must never trust Colombians. That you better believe it.
Over all, I think people should just go on vacation. Later perhaps, stay a bit longer. Of things do turn out well, then maybe consider it long term. But they should have a plan before hand.
$1200 a month. lol. Talk to a local. Pay $300 monthly. Don’t go to tourist areas.
@@cj-nyc2057 Yeah that’s possible, but at that rate it would be on the low even for Colombian standards, my friends( Colombian) in Bello are now paying more than 2million pesos a month for rent ; guess I’m speaking more for foreigners accustomed to a middle to upper middle accommodation. And even still you have to have some sort of connection and relationship to get something at that price-point. Most foreigner would be completely lost trying to navigate such a thing, but I guess its possible just not very likely, without some sort of in./
@@selfhelp321 agreed. You need local contacts otherwise you’re paying gringo prices. But why move to a new country without developing these contacts. Yes Bello is nice. A friend of mine there pays $500 for a beautiful modern 1br.
I've been living in Medellin for 7 years. It's hard to find unfurnished apartments due to us foreigners needing to have a fiador(s) or co-signer(s). You definitely need to know locals who are property owners so that they can co-sign for you. My wife is Colombian, and she has multiple family members who are property owners. They co-sign for me every time without hesitation. Also, learn how to shop more like a local for food. I go to La Vaquita as they offer different discounts during the week. I also will go to the Fruver, the Mayorista, or Minorista. Those are local farmers markets where you can buy a lot of fruits, and vegetables very cheap.
A lotta gems in this one! Great video💪🏾💪🏾
Great advice! Thanks for the video bro
Great Vid bro 💯
i cant wait til i get back to colombia money so easy to make their cash money
Data Analysis / report writing can also be a side jobs, on line sells ie insurance or mortgages - just some other options
Great video. I'm an engineer in the oil and gas industry here in Houston. Expatriate work doing exactly what I do here with a company that has operations in Colombia, Brazil, Argentina would be a great fit. Keep on making the videos. This one was very informative. I'm checking out Cali next week, but Medellin is calling me...
Working is an honorable occupation, and working for yourself, partnership, or corporations , you will be blessed, a man that don’t work, don’t eat!! I worked all my life for someone else and retired early as a Millionaire, the lesson is every man needs to work!!! We have too many young men not working or productive, you owe the world something good!!!
Ive tried to leave corporate america my whole life by starting a business and have failed every single time because its not easy!!!
Why should I leave USA???
Why should you stay?
Stay where you are.