Join Gerry Lawler from Expats Portugal as he addresses why 40% of Americans fail when moving to Portugal, drawing from extensive consultations. He offers insights on how to avoid common pitfalls and make the most of expat life in Portugal. Gain valuable advice for moving to Portugal and thriving as an American in Portugal.
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📌 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:08 What’s the #1 thing that instantly tells you if someone will thrive or struggle with a move to Portugal?
04:38 When you say 40% of Americans “fail” at their Portugal dream, what does that actually mean—do they give up before arriving or after living here for a while?
06:46 Missing family
09:00 What’s the most common myth or unrealistic expectation Americans have about life in Portugal?
10:00 Lifestyle in Portugal: Conviviality & community
11:40 Myth: Portugal is cheap and life is easy
13:05 What financial planning errors do you see in the 40% who struggle, and how do the successful 60% handle their money differently?
14:35 Property mistakes
17:40 Are there personality traits or mindsets that seem to predict whether someone will adapt well to Portuguese life?
19:37 The importance of humility, patience, positivity & connection
23:14 What about the NHR tax regime, and what are the biggest tax mistakes?
25:10 What’s the very first step someone should take tomorrow, if they want to be in the successful 60%?
27:05 What’s the ideal timeline from “I’m thinking about Portugal” to “I’m settled here,” and what goes wrong when people rush—or wait too long?
31:43 What’s one support or service that successful expats always invest in—but struggling ones tend to skip?
33:30 For anyone watching who wants to avoid being part of the 40% who struggle, what can they do to set themselves up for success?
36:03 Misinformation & scams
37:30 How long do people typically stay in PT before deciding to move back to the US? Is it a slow-burning "failure" or an acute crisis event?
42:04 Family: Staying in touch & maintaining a connection
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