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Find the Country That Fits Your Life

—and Your Budget

Turn Your Plan Into Reality

—Without the Stress

Whether you’ve just chosen your destination or are jumping straight into the logistics, this page gives you the tools to confidently navigate the move—documents, downsizing, pets, healthcare, housing, and everything in between.

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Find the Country That Fits Your Life

—and Your Budget

Turn Your Plan Into Reality

—Without the Stress

Whether you’ve just chosen your destination or are jumping straight into the logistics, this page gives you the tools to confidently navigate the move—documents, downsizing, pets, healthcare, housing, and everything in between.

No Guesswork—Just Clear Steps Forward

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What to do with your home, belongings, and finances before the move

How to bring your pets overseas safely and legally

How to handle background checks, apostilles, and key visa documents

What to expect from healthcare systems abroad—and how to access care

How to find housing and get settled in your new country with confidence

Practical Tools to Help You Turn Plans Into Action

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Downsizing Guide – $11

Letting go of a lifetime of stuff can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. This guide walks you through practical steps to sort, sell, store, or donate your belongings so you can move abroad with less stress and more freedom.

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A Clear, Practical Guide to Downsizing for Your Move Abroad

If you’re planning an overseas retirement, downsizing is one of the most important (and often overwhelming) steps in the process.

This guide helps you make smart, stress-free decisions about what to keep, sell, donate, store—or let go of completely—so you can start your new chapter lighter and more focused.

Rather than approaching downsizing as one giant task, this guide breaks it down into clear, manageable steps. You’ll learn how to sort and prioritize your belongings based on what truly matters, how to tackle the emotional side of letting go, and how to avoid common mistakes that add cost and chaos to your move.

More Than Just Decluttering—This Is About Moving Forward With Purpose

This isn’t just about “tidying up.” It’s about creating space—for a better lifestyle, a simpler home, and a smoother transition to your new country. You’ll get practical strategies for handling furniture, keepsakes, documents, and the items that are toughest to part with. You’ll also get clarity on what to bring with you overseas—and what’s better left behind.

Whether you're moving into a small apartment abroad, planning to travel light, or just want to make the move easier on yourself (and your family), this guide gives you the structure and support to do it well.

Created for Americans 50+ Preparing for a New Chapter

If you’re like most people we work with, you’ve accumulated decades of stuff—and now you’re ready to design a life with more freedom and less clutter. This guide was created specifically for Americans age 50+ preparing to relocate overseas who want real-world advice, not just Pinterest-perfect ideas.

You don’t need to do everything at once. You just need a clear starting point, a smart plan, and the right mindset.

By the End, You’ll Be Able To:

Prioritize what to keep, donate, sell, or store

Navigate the emotional and practical sides of letting go

Understand what’s realistic to bring abroad (and what isn’t)

Avoid common mistakes that cost time, money, and peace of mind

Feel lighter, clearer, and ready to move forward

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Take Your Pets Abroad Guide - $11

Bringing your pet overseas is absolutely doable—with the right prep. This guide covers everything you need to know, from airline rules and vet paperwork to choosing pet-friendly destinations and easing the transition for your furry companion.

Take a Closer Look

A Step-by-Step Guide to Bringing Your Pet With You Overseas

Your pet is part of your family—and leaving them behind isn’t an option. But moving abroad with a dog, cat, or other furry companion can feel intimidating if you don’t know what to expect. This guide walks you through the entire process so you can make the move together—safely, legally, and with far less stress.

From airline rules and veterinary requirements to country-specific regulations and travel tips, this guide gives you the practical knowledge to avoid surprises and prepare with confidence. Whether you’re moving in six weeks or six months, you’ll understand exactly what to do and when to do it.

More Than a Checklist—Peace of Mind for You and Your Pet

Taking your pet overseas isn’t just about paperwork—it’s about comfort, safety, and minimizing disruption for both of you. This guide covers everything from crate training and airport logistics to pet-friendly housing and how to help your animal adjust once you arrive.

You'll also learn what questions to ask your vet, what documents and vaccinations are commonly required, and how to deal with customs, quarantine rules, or breed restrictions that vary by country.

Designed for Pet Owners Planning an International Retirement

This guide was written for Americans who can’t imagine retiring without their four-legged friend. If you're relocating abroad and want your pet to come with you—not as an afterthought, but as a priority—this is your essential starting point.

Whether you’re traveling with a 90-pound dog or a house cat who hates carriers, this guide will help you reduce anxiety, prevent costly mistakes, and plan the move in a way that works for both of you.

By the End, You’ll Be Able To:

Understand what’s required to bring your pet overseas

Prepare for airline travel, customs, and documentation

Know which countries are pet-friendly (and which to avoid)

Plan for veterinary care and vaccinations in advance

Keep your pet safe, calm, and comfortable throughout the journey

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Background Check & Apostille Guide – $11

Many visa applications require an FBI background check—and getting it wrong can delay your move. This guide shows you exactly how to request your report, get it apostilled, and avoid common mistakes that slow down the process.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Bringing Your Pet With You Overseas

Your pet is part of your family—and leaving them behind isn’t an option. But moving abroad with a dog, cat, or other furry companion can feel intimidating if you don’t know what to expect. This guide walks you through the entire process so you can make the move together—safely, legally, and with far less stress.

From airline rules and veterinary requirements to country-specific regulations and travel tips, this guide gives you the practical knowledge to avoid surprises and prepare with confidence. Whether you’re moving in six weeks or six months, you’ll understand exactly what to do and when to do it.

More Than a Checklist—Peace of Mind for You and Your Pet

Taking your pet overseas isn’t just about paperwork—it’s about comfort, safety, and minimizing disruption for both of you. This guide covers everything from crate training and airport logistics to pet-friendly housing and how to help your animal adjust once you arrive.

You'll also learn what questions to ask your vet, what documents and vaccinations are commonly required, and how to deal with customs, quarantine rules, or breed restrictions that vary by country.

Designed for Pet Owners Planning an International Retirement

This guide was written for Americans who can’t imagine retiring without their four-legged friend. If you're relocating abroad and want your pet to come with you—not as an afterthought, but as a priority—this is your essential starting point.

Whether you’re traveling with a 90-pound dog or a house cat who hates carriers, this guide will help you reduce anxiety, prevent costly mistakes, and plan the move in a way that works for both of you.

By the End, You’ll Be Able To:

Understand what’s required to bring your pet overseas

Prepare for airline travel, customs, and documentation

Know which countries are pet-friendly (and which to avoid)

Plan for veterinary care and vaccinations in advance

Keep your pet safe, calm, and comfortable throughout the journey

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Downsizing & Dealing with All Your Stuff Guide – $11

Letting go of a lifetime of stuff can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. This guide walks you through practical steps to sort, sell, store, or donate your belongings so you can move abroad with less stress and more freedom.

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A Clear, Practical Guide to Downsizing for Your Move Abroad

If you’re planning an overseas retirement, downsizing is one of the most important (and often overwhelming) steps in the process.

This guide helps you make smart, stress-free decisions about what to keep, sell, donate, store—or let go of completely—so you can start your new chapter lighter and more focused.

Rather than approaching downsizing as one giant task, this guide breaks it down into clear, manageable steps. You’ll learn how to sort and prioritize your belongings based on what truly matters, how to tackle the emotional side of letting go, and how to avoid common mistakes that add cost and chaos to your move.

More Than Just Decluttering—This Is About Moving Forward With Purpose

This isn’t just about “tidying up.” It’s about creating space—for a better lifestyle, a simpler home, and a smoother transition to your new country. You’ll get practical strategies for handling furniture, keepsakes, documents, and the items that are toughest to part with. You’ll also get clarity on what to bring with you overseas—and what’s better left behind.

Whether you're moving into a small apartment abroad, planning to travel light, or just want to make the move easier on yourself (and your family), this guide gives you the structure and support to do it well.

Created for Americans 50+ Preparing for a New Chapter

If you’re like most people we work with, you’ve accumulated decades of stuff—and now you’re ready to design a life with more freedom and less clutter. This guide was created specifically for Americans age 50+ preparing to relocate overseas who want real-world advice, not just Pinterest-perfect ideas.

You don’t need to do everything at once. You just need a clear starting point, a smart plan, and the right mindset.

By the End, You’ll Be Able To:

Prioritize what to keep, donate, sell, or store

Navigate the emotional and practical sides of letting go

Understand what’s realistic to bring abroad (and what isn’t)

Avoid common mistakes that cost time, money, and peace of mind

Feel lighter, clearer, and ready to move forward

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Get Expert Guidance

Take Your Pets Abroad Guide - $11

Bringing your pet overseas is absolutely doable—with the right prep. This guide covers everything you need to know, from airline rules and vet paperwork to choosing pet-friendly destinations and easing the transition for your furry companion.

Take a Closer Look

A Step-by-Step Guide to Bringing Your Pet With You Overseas

Your pet is part of your family—and leaving them behind isn’t an option. But moving abroad with a dog, cat, or other furry companion can feel intimidating if you don’t know what to expect. This guide walks you through the entire process so you can make the move together—safely, legally, and with far less stress.

From airline rules and veterinary requirements to country-specific regulations and travel tips, this guide gives you the practical knowledge to avoid surprises and prepare with confidence. Whether you’re moving in six weeks or six months, you’ll understand exactly what to do and when to do it.

More Than a Checklist—Peace of Mind for You and Your Pet

Taking your pet overseas isn’t just about paperwork—it’s about comfort, safety, and minimizing disruption for both of you. This guide covers everything from crate training and airport logistics to pet-friendly housing and how to help your animal adjust once you arrive.

You'll also learn what questions to ask your vet, what documents and vaccinations are commonly required, and how to deal with customs, quarantine rules, or breed restrictions that vary by country.

Designed for Pet Owners Planning an International Retirement

This guide was written for Americans who can’t imagine retiring without their four-legged friend. If you're relocating abroad and want your pet to come with you—not as an afterthought, but as a priority—this is your essential starting point.

Whether you’re traveling with a 90-pound dog or a house cat who hates carriers, this guide will help you reduce anxiety, prevent costly mistakes, and plan the move in a way that works for both of you.

By the End, You’ll Be Able To:

Understand what’s required to bring your pet overseas

Prepare for airline travel, customs, and documentation

Know which countries are pet-friendly (and which to avoid)

Plan for veterinary care and vaccinations in advance

Keep your pet safe, calm, and comfortable throughout the journey

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Streess- Free Background Check & Apostille Guide – $11

Many visa applications require an FBI background check—and getting it wrong can delay your move. This guide shows you exactly how to request your report, get it apostilled, and avoid common mistakes that slow down the process.

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A No-Stress Guide to Getting Your FBI Background Check for an Overseas Move

If you're applying for a visa abroad, chances are you'll need an FBI background check—and possibly an apostille to go with it. Unfortunately, this step is one of the most commonly misunderstood parts of the process, and it’s where many first-time expats hit a wall.

This guide walks you through the entire process, step by step. From how to request your report, to how long it takes, how much it costs, and how to get the all-important apostille, this is everything you need to know to do it right the first time.

Save Time, Avoid Delays, and Move Forward Confidently

Getting your background check isn’t complicated—unless you don’t know what to expect. This guide explains exactly what the FBI background check is, how to submit your fingerprints, what format your visa application requires, and how to avoid the common pitfalls that can lead to weeks (or months) of unnecessary delays.

You’ll also learn when and where to get your documents apostilled, how to track your progress, and how to match your timeline with visa submission deadlines for different countries.

Created for Americans Preparing to Apply for Residency Abroad

This guide is specifically designed for Americans age 50+ who are working through the logistics of their overseas move and want to handle the paperwork with clarity and confidence.

Whether you’re applying for a retirement visa, digital nomad visa, or long-stay permit, this background check guide will help you avoid costly missteps and move forward without the headaches.

By the End, You’ll Be Able To:

Request your FBI background check correctly and quickly

Understand what documents your destination country will require

Get your apostille without confusion or delay

Time your submission so it doesn’t expire before your visa appointment

Eliminate one of the biggest roadblocks in your relocation process

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Navigating International Healthcare Like A Pro - $11

Understanding healthcare in a new country can be one of the biggest concerns for retirees. This guide will walk you through how to access care, what it costs, how insurance works, and what to expect from both public and private systems around the world.

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A Clear, No-Stress Guide to Healthcare for Americans Retiring Abroad

If you're planning to move or retire overseas, one of the biggest unknowns is healthcare—and for good reason. From insurance and Medicare to pre-existing conditions and emergency planning, there’s a lot to sort through.

That’s why we created this guide—to take the confusion out of international healthcare and give you a clear, step-by-step understanding of how it works, what it costs, and how to prepare.

Know What to Expect, What to Bring, and How to Plan Smart

You don’t have to figure this out from scattered blog posts or expat hearsay. This guide walks you through everything from public vs. private healthcare systems to insurance options, prescriptions, Medicare, long-term care, and more.

You’ll learn how to access care as a foreigner, what common services cost in different countries, what to do about ongoing conditions, and how to plan for emergencies—before they happen.

Written for Americans Preparing for an Overseas Retirement

This guide is written specifically for Americans 50+ who want clear, no-fluff answers to the healthcare questions that really matter.

Whether you’re still considering a move or actively preparing your relocation, this resource helps you make informed, confident decisions about one of the most important parts of retiring abroad.

By the End, You’ll Be Able To:

Understand how healthcare systems work in top expat destinations

Know what Medicare does and doesn’t cover—and what to do about it

Choose the right type of insurance (or know when you don’t need it)

Prepare for emergencies, prescriptions, and long-term health needs

Access care confidently—whether you’re visiting or settling in full time

Healthcare is often the biggest source of fear for would-be expats. This guide helps turn it into a source of clarity—and peace of mind.

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Find Housing Abroad Guide

Renting or buying overseas isn’t like back home. This guide will help you understand how housing markets work in popular expat destinations, what to watch out for, and how to find a safe, comfortable, and affordable home abroad.

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Hiring Professional Help Guide - $7

From immigration lawyers to relocation consultants and tax experts, the right professionals can save you time, money, and stress. This guide will show you who to hire, when to bring them in, and how to find trustworthy, expat-friendly experts.

Need to Revisit an Earlier Step?

Sometimes it helps to take a step back before moving forward. Whether you’re double-checking your destination choice or need a refresher on the overall process, we’ve got you covered.

Need a big-picture overview?
Learn how overseas retirement works, what to expect, and whether it’s the right move for you.

Start with the Basics
Go to Phase 1

Still choosing the right country?
Explore detailed guides to help you compare, weigh your priorities, and pick the place that fits your lifestyle and budget.

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What Freedom Feels Like—According to Our Readers

"We talked about moving to Europe, but didn't really know how. There's a ton of info out there about how, some of it correct, some not, some is very outdated. But Silver Nomads took the mystery out of it all and gave us a path to follow. As I write, our flights are next week!"

—Darren and Maria Ross

Retired marketer and nurse

"A divorce in my late fifties left me worried I'd struggle to afford a comfortable retirement. But now I've discovered a bunch of places where the quality of life is fantastic AND affordable. I just needed the right guidance. It's even allowing me to retire a few years early!"

—Robyn Cain

Retired (early) school teacher

"I'm not sure why I didn't consider overseas retirement earlier. It's probably because I thought it'd be too complex. While it isn't like 'falling off a log', I absolutely see it's possible. I've followed my plan, and now I'm just waiting for my residence visa approval for Thailand."

—Rick Grandhill

Retired (early) postal worker

Terry & Christina's Bold Guarantee

We are so confident our Silver Nomads books, guides, and courses will give you the tools to make your dream overseas retirement possible, we want to remove all your risk.

If you're unsatisfied (for whatever reason) we'll give you a 100% refund. No questions asked!

Just contact us via the support details. We will personally see to it that you are refunded every penny.

How's that for fair? This is a no-brainer.

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About The Authors

Meet The Couple Empowering American Retirees to

Create Their Dream Overseas Retirements...

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Terry Ladd & Christina Stormson

Terry Ladd and Christina Stormson are both serial entrepreneurs... currently executing their own dream overseas retirement in Barcelona, Spain with their 90# golden doodle, Donovan.

Over the years, like so many others before them, they'd dreamed of living and traveling in Europe. But they realized if they didn't do it now, they might never get the chance. The question was, how does someone actually 'move to Europe'?

So they did what they always do - they geeked out. Terry did a deep dive on how overseas retirement works, and Christina focused on how what's involved in securing a second citizenship and passport. Thousands of research hours later, they are experts, and in the middle of their own overseas retirement adventure in Barcelona.

They're now on a mission to share their knowledge about overseas retirement, making it simpler, easier, and faster for Silver Nomads to create and execute their own dream overseas retirement plans.

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Overseas Retirement Master Course

SAVE 70% When You Add the Overseas Retirement Master Course

Based on the bestselling book, Silver Nomads: Why Americans Are Retiring Overseas To Live The Life Of Their Dreams For Under $2k/Month And How You Can Too, in this companion course, author and course creator Terry Ladd walks you through the nuts-and-bolts of launching your own overseas retirement. These plain English, straight-to-the-point videos provide the answers you need, removing the mystery and giving you the confidence to make your dream retirement a reality.

Inside, you'll learn:

  • How to uncover the perfect retirement location based on cost of living, quality of life, available resources, and desired lifestyle
  • Which visas make sense for your specific situation, and where to get all the necessary details to apply for them
  • What specific questions you must answer about any potential location before moving, and how to plan the perfect scouting trip to get the answers
  • How to successfully navigate private and state-run healthcare options so you can easily access high quality, affordable healthcare abroad
  • Answers to practical concerns, like taxes/finances/banking, how to take pets, downsizing and shipping your belongings, and a whole lot more
  • How to create your personalized, easy-to-follow, step-by-step plan to go from 'intrigued' to feet-on-the-ground in your new host country


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