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




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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Mexico’s Top 3 Havens For Low-Cost, Culture-Rich Living

Dreaming of a retirement that’s sunny, affordable, and full of color? Mexico might just be calling your name. It’s no secret that Americans and Canadians have long flocked south of the border, drawn by year-round warm weather, a lower cost of living, great health care, and a lifestyle that mixes relaxation with rich cultural traditions. […]

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Discover Panama’s Top 5 Beaches

When people picture life in Panama, they often imagine white-sand beaches, warm turquoise water, and a laid-back tropical lifestyle—and the reality isn’t far off. But Panama is much more than a beach destination… In fact, we often call it our “do-everything haven,” because this is one of the best countries in the world to do […]

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The 7 Easiest Countries To Get Residency Overseas

If you’ve been thinking about making a move overseas, one of the biggest considerations may or may not have already come into play for you… Can you actually get residency there? Think of residency as your legal right to call another country home. It means you’re not on a tourist visa—you can stay as long […]

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11 Must-Know FAQs For Moving Overseas

If you’re just beginning to think about moving overseas, you’ve probably got a lot of questions—and you’re not alone. Every day, we get hundreds of emails from readers wondering how health care works… whether it’s safe… can they get Social Security… can they buy a home abroad… whether they can bring their pets… and dozens […]

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