Recent content by retireat55

Yes, much less.

I really hadn't thought of that... I was assuming there were tax advantages to owning, but I don't know if there are or aren't.... Anyone know?? I guess the advantage to renting is that I could live in several different areas and not have to settle down in just one location.

We are definitely planning to rent a year before we buy anything. I have read too many of the stories of others like myself who intended a wonderful retirement in a foreign country, but could not adapt. I am interested to know from others on here who are living in Costa Rica, what part did...

If you are a highly compensated employee, the company limits contributions to 5 %. It doesn't seem fair because those who make less can save more.

I have not tried the FIREcalc - I will do that today. I have visited Costa Rica and it is a beautiful, stable country. They do not even have an army. It's inexpensive to live there, and has beaches, mountains and beautiful weather. It has a dry and rainy season, but the temperature is always...

Hi everyone! I'm excited to have found this site. I have written quite a bit of detail below, in hopes of seeking some help and guidance. I want to know if I'm headed in the right direction to meet my goal. I'm 42 and my husband is 41 and we would like to retire at the age of 55 in Costa...