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American expat finds retirement optimism after move to rural Italy

An American writer who left San Diego for a small town in southern Italy says lower living costs have allowed her to save more and feel optimistic about retirement. Her expenses for housing, utilities ...

I moved to Italy 3 years ago. I live well on a budget and feel more optimistic about retiring than I did in the US.

Leaving the US to live in a small town in Southern Italy has allowed me to eat and live better for less money while saving ...
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I moved from Texas to Italy to retire. I'm saving over $20,000 a year on healthcare, and life is cheaper and calmer overall

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Brad Allan, an American who relocated from Austin with his wife, Olivia, to Montepulciano, Italy, to retire. Allan, 60, now gives advice to other ...
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Best Places to Retire in Italy According to Experts

Many Americans are choosing Italy as their retirement destination for a mix of practical and personal reasons. The country offers dependable healthcare, a slower pace of daily life, and clear visa ...
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American Retirees Drive Surge in Italy Golden Visa Applications, Get Golden Visa Reveals

LONDON, April 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to Get Golden Visa’s recent report, American Retirement Exodus, Italy has become the 4th most popular destination in Europe based on US Social ...