In 2026, it’s becoming a mainstream financial question for Americans worried their savings won’t stretch far enough at home.

Editor’s note: "Retire Abroad Before 55" is part of a series on how to retire early and the FIRE movement. Part One is 'How to Retire Early.' To see all early retirement articles, jump to the end.

According to TIAA's 2025 American Retirement Confidence Survey, about a third of the 1,000 American respondents ages 18 to 65 ...

Some Americans are seeking adventure and a lower cost of living by retiring abroad—but the move might come with a few drawbacks, too. For Americans, retiring abroad often means a lower cost of living, ...

If you live in the US and are retiring soon, here’s 3 reasons why you should consider retiring abroad: 1. Lower cost of ...

In these sun-soaked, welcoming beachside cities, retired couples can live the good life on a monthly budget of $3,208 or ...

You may know someone who has done it, or dreamed of it yourself: After a long career, an increasing number of people are opting to retire abroad — often in countries where the weather is good and the ...

Retiring abroad is becoming more appealing and more popular amongst Americans looking for more affordability. Of course, ...

Edd and Cynthia Staton are experts on expat life in retirement. They have appeared on network television and are regularly featured in the media. They have written three books about their adventures ...

Mounting financial pressures in the U.S. appear to be shifting the pursuit of the American dream beyond the country’s borders, inspiring people close to retirement to explore the option of expanding ...