Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of living abroad. Moving far from home can have tons of benefits, like the ability to start fresh and explore what the world has to offer. But it isn’t a decision to take lightly! In this episode Lizzy and Lissa welcome a special guest: Lissa’s fiancé Allan, who moved abroad to start a life with her. Main Topics00:00 Introduction00:37 Today’s Special Guest01:43 Running The Numbers Segment03:16 Personal Experiences of Living Abroad06:40 Challenges and Logistics of Moving Abroad27:18 Visa Challenges29:12 Identity and Cultural Intersectionality33:28 Cross Border Financial Planning36:13 Local Economies, Identity, and Belonging43:24 Homesickness52:18 20 Cents (And More) Segment References for Statisticshttps://www.fvap.gov/info/interactive-data-center/overseashttps://www.un.org/en/desa/international-migration-2020-highlightshttps://www.statista.com/statistics/978134/share-americans-living-abroad-household-income/https://www.statista.com/statistics/946822/expats-living-abroad-age/  Co-HostsLizzy is a strategist, alternative investments expert, and a founding partner of Pursuit Funds. Follow Lizzy: Instagram | TikTokLissa is an Accredited Financial Counselor®, personal finance expert, and the founder of Wealth for Women of Color. Follow Lissa: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok Credits► Produced by Lizzy Marie and Lissa Prudencio► Edited by Kory Alexander, KoryAGraphy Studios / @ikoryalexander► Artwork by Lizzy Marie► Music by Lissa Prudencio, Net Net Podcast “Theme Song” Talk to usHit us up, let us know what you think: IS IT WORTH IT? 💸DM us on Instagram: @netnetpodcastEmail us at hi@netnetpodcast.com DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, and should not be constituted as financial advice or any other kind of professional advice. Views and opinions are our own, and Net Net Podcast does not serve as a substitute for personalized financial guidance tailored to your specific situation.Remember to always do YOUR own research, consult a professional as needed, and feel empowered to make your own decisions!