Monday, January 7, 2013

What is the cheapest city in the world to live when making money in USD?

What is the cheapest city in the world to live when making money in USD?
So, I am planning on visiting another country (perhaps permanently, if we fall in love with it) while maintaining my job in the USA (I work from home) I am married and have a four year old son. My first bit of research turned up many cities, with Buenos Aires on the top of the list. It's a cosmopolitan city with lots of offer. But is there some other place that provides ever cheaper living, with no reduction is quality of life? One requirement is that I need access to high-speed internet.
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1 :
Cape Town, South Africa EDIT: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_most_expensive_cities_for_expatriate_employees Or pick some from the lower part of that list.
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I've done a little research on this subject as well. Buenos Aires is a good idea, and although I hear prices have gone up there drastically in the last couple of years, it still seems to be a good option. If you like South America, Asuncion, Paraguay actually ranks as a cheaper place to live than BA, although it's a much smaller and probably less cosmopolitan city than BA. There are several places in South America, or parts of Asia where you could make a go of it fairly cheaply. Try googling 'mercer world cities cost of living 2008' or something like that. I believe The Economist magazine also frequently puts out cost of living data as well.
3 :
nothin beats manila
4 :
Lima - Peru, there are nice areas with good quality of life and you will have other opportunities for business because this country is growing.. and u can find everything right there.
5 :
Panama,Ecuador,Belize,Costa Rica,Thailand,Philippines,Mexico.
6 :
Iloilo City Philippines. Tourist visas can be extended up to 14 months at a time. SSRV (retirement) visas can be obtained for perminant stays. Friendly english speaking people and great beaches and inland resorts. Many new shopping malls and good hospitals and doctors for quality medical care. Best value for your $ is asia.



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