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How to Prepare for a Successful Move Abroad: A psychologist’s take on navigating fear and the unknown with Dr. Colleen Crowley
Dr. Colleen Crowley is a psychologist, expat, and global traveler who has spent the last 30 years living around the world—while also raising a family and supporting others through major life changes. Drawing on over two decades of clinical experience, she now helps individuals and families navigate the emotional and logistical complexities of starting a new life overseas.


She Thrives Abroad: From Fear to Freedom Abroad with Lauren McDonnell
Lauren McDonnell of She Thrives Abroad shares her journey from the U.S. to the Netherlands, detailing the motivations behind her family's...


Early Retirement in Italy: Choosing Meaning Over Money in Midlife with Dan Kidson
In this episode of the Armchair Expat podcast, Dan Kidson shares his journey from a corporate career in the U.S. to pursuing his dream...


Renovating Life: An American Family’s Move to Portugal with Allison Baxley
In this episode of the Armchair Expat podcast, Shannon interviews Allison, an American expat living in Portugal. They discuss Allison's...


Move Overseas Now: Real Talk on Visas, Mindset & Building a Life Abroad with Shawna Lum
In this episode of the Armchair Expat podcast, Shawna shares her journey from growing up in Los Angeles to living in Spain and helping...


Reinventing Life and Work in France with Andrew Guck
In this episode, guest Andrew Guck shares his remarkable journey from upstate New York to building a life in southern France, where he’s...


How NOT to Retire Abroad: One Couple’s Story of Moving to Portugal
In this episode, I'm joined by Matt and Dawn — better known as The Unretirees — who traded their big-city grind for a brand-new life on...


Doing Italy: Life Lessons from a Female Founder with Thea Duncan
In this episode of the Armchair Expat podcast, Shannon chats with Thea Duncan, the founder of Doing Italy. The conversation explores...


How to Move Abroad (Without Forcing It): The Power of Intuition & Divine Timing with Nicolle Merrilyne
What if your next big move—whether it’s across the world or deep within—wasn’t about figuring it out , but about feeling it through ? In...


Astrocartography 101: Finding the Best Place to Live, Love & Thrive with Helena Woods
What if your birth chart could tell you where in the world you're meant to thrive? In this episode of Armchair Expat , Shannon chats with...


How to Move Abroad At Any Age with Cepee of She Hit Refresh
🎧 Episode 2: In this episode of Armchair Expat, Cepee shares how a restless career path and a big leap abroad led her to create She Hit...


Wanna Move Abroad? Your Exit Strategy Starts Here with Jen Barnett
After four years of dreaming, procrastinating, and wondering if I’d ever hit publish—I finally did it. The Armchair Expat podcast is...


Introducing the Armchair Expat Podcast
For years, Bargain Homes Abroad has been about more than just real estate. We’ve shared international homes and the possibilities of...


Green Dreams: Cozy French Village House in Haute-Vienne France
This 2-bedroom terraced house in Saint-Martial-sur-Isop, France, will have you drooling in no time!


Snag a Slice of Spanish Bliss in Colmenar Spain
Stunning Spanish village house in Colmenar Spain


Cute as a Button: Country Cottage in Saint-Denis-de-Gastines France
This cute-as-a-button cottage is not just your run-of-the-mill studio — it's an open invitation to your dream French getaway


Passport to Wisdom: Study in Europe on a Student VISA
Passport to Wisdom: Why (and Where to) Study in Europe on a Student VISA
Plus, Eight Countries to Consider Studying Abroad in Europe


Get Swept Off Your Feet With This (Dare We Say Cheap?) Rental Apartment In Northern France!
Live in the “City of 100 Spires” with this charming apartment for rent in the heart of Rouen's historic district


Live the Sweet Life in Sweden In This ADORABLY Secluded Farmhouse for Sale
This serene little hideaway in Sjönäs, Sweden, offers a tranquil escape from the chaos of daily life.


Irish Eyes Are Smiling On This Historic Gate Lodge for Sale In County Cavan Ireland
Historic Victorian Gate House Lodge for sale in County Cavan Ireland
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