About The Author:

Kat Kalashian

Kat Kalashian in Carvoeiro, Algarve, Portugal

Kat has grown up around the world, living in the United States, Ireland, France, and Panama and has traveled extensively. Upon graduation from university in the United States, she wasted no time in moving abroad again. She has lived in Panama full-time for four years, now working as Managing Editor for Live and Invest Overseas.

Latest Articles




[New Video] Why Panama Is The Best Place To Invest In 2026

Panama as an expat and retirement haven isn’t anything new… Panama has long been the honey of the Latin American scene when it comes to seeking new, sunny shores… Named the best place to retire in 2026, the country is increasingly attracting attention for far more than its retirement lifestyle. A steadily growing economy, booming […]

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Discovering Panama’s Prettiest Neighborhood

Casco Viejo has long been one of Panama City’s most beloved neighborhoods… Within just a few walkable blocks, you’ll find centuries of history, beautifully restored colonial buildings, lively plazas, excellent restaurants and bars, and views stretching out over the Pacific. I lived there for a couple years around 2010, and back then it was much […]

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Can AI Help With A Move Overseas?

AI can help you plan a dinner, write an email, or find the best place to buy organic apples near you… But if you’re using it as a tool to help you plan a new life overseas, you should think again. Trusting AI that gives made-up answers to over 70% of questions it’s asked is […]

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The Best Place To Retire In Mexico In 2026

Some places just give you that feeling… You arrive on vacation, expecting to stay for just a little bit, but before long you’re wondering what life would be like if you never left. In today’s video, expat nomad Sasha Savinov takes you inside one of our favorite places to live in Mexico, a place he’s […]

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What Expats Wished They Knew Before Moving To Mexico

Moving to Mexico isn’t just about finding a beautiful, more affordable place to live—it’s about building a new everyday life.   And while there are plenty of videos showing pretty beaches and colorful streets, they rarely tell you what it’s actually like once the excitement of moving wears off.  What surprises people? What ends up being easier than expected? What takes some getting used to? And what do […]

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