So, here’s the deal. After years of full-time nomading, living in different places for 3 to 4 months at a time, I’m starting to feel the need to slow down a bit. I’m thinking of settling in one city for most of the year, but don’t worry, I’ll still be hitting the road now and then because, let’s face it, that travel bug never really goes away. One thing I’ve really grown accustomed to is the sweet deal of paying lower taxes under the US Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) and enjoying the generally lower cost of living in the spots I’ve been crashing at.
Now, here’s the kicker. While cutting back on my nomad lifestyle will definitely simplify things and save me some cash (goodbye, expensive flights), it also means taking a hit on the financial front. I’ll have to start shelling out taxes in the country where I decide to set up camp, and let’s not forget about the cost of living in that new spot (which, by the way, happens to be pricier). It’s a bit of a tough pill to swallow, but I figure it’s time to make the sacrifice for a bit more stability in my life. I’m looking forward to having a home base, a solid group of friends, better chances at finding a special someone, and, of course, my very own space to call home sweet home.
I know, I know, being able to live the nomad life is a real privilege, and I’m totally aware of how lucky I’ve been to experience it. So, don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining. I’m just curious about how others who’ve been in my shoes felt when they made the switch and how they see things now. It’s all about finding that balance between adventure and stability, right? And hey, maybe this new chapter will bring a whole different kind of excitement to my life. Who knows, right?