The U.S. is seeing a large number of Americans moving abroad for a number of reasons – healthcare costs in the U.S. top the list of reasons. Rachel and Lynn break down why so many Americans are looking abroad for better care, lower costs, and a more livable future - and what it actually looks like to make that move. Rachel shares what healthcare has been like for her in the UK after 18 months abroad, along with the real numbers behind her upcoming move to Spain. Lynn adds the perspective of a family planning for retirement outside the US, where healthcare, insurance, and cost of living all factor into the decision. Together, they compare the US with countries like the UK, Spain, Panama, Costa Rica, Mexico, and more.

Rachel and Lynn also unpack the hidden costs of American healthcare, from drug prices and malpractice insurance to the way insurance companies can override medical decisions. They dig into why preventive care should save money in theory, why it often doesn’t in the US, and why that disconnect is pushing more people to look at international options. If you’ve ever wondered whether leaving the US is actually realistic, or if you’re just exhausted by the math of staying, this conversation gives you a clear, eye-opening look at the alternatives. Essential listening for anyone thinking about healthcare, retirement, expat life, or simply what freedom really costs.

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Resources:

· https://www.expatden.com/global/countries-with-best-healthcare-for-expats/

· https://www.investopedia.com/articles/personal-finance/080615/6-reasons-healthcare-so-expensive-us.asp

· https://getwherenext.com/tools/healthcare-cost