Live and Invest Overseas

A publisher of firsthand reports on living, retiring and investing abroad, with a yearly ranking of places to retire.

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What they cover

Country research. Daily life, residency, real estate and health care, destination by destination.
A retirement index. Twelve top destinations compared on affordability, health care, lifestyle and residency.
Real estate and conferences. Property reports and in-person events.
A daily letter. The Overseas Opportunity Letter, free.

Why we list them

Live and Invest Overseas is a publisher founded in 2008 by Kathleen Peddicord and based in Panama. It produces firsthand reports, books, events and a free daily e-letter on living, retiring, investing and doing business abroad.

Our guides on the subject

How to Retire in France as an American: Visa, Healthcare, Taxes and a Practical Timeline (2026)France has no official retirement visa. Americans retire on the long-stay visitor visa, on passive income of about the net minimum wage or more.
France vs Portugal vs Spain: Which Is Best for Americans Moving to Europe in 2026?Portugal closed its NHR tax break, Spain ended its Golden Visa in 2025, France favors retirees by treaty. Which country fits Americans in 2026, by profile.
The Best Places to Live in the South of France for Americans: Côte d'Azur, Provence, and Occitanie ComparedCôte d'Azur, Provence or Occitanie? Compare cost, climate, transport and expat life to find the best places to live in the South of France.
Cost of Living in France for Americans: The Budget Lines You'll Miss (2026)Rent and groceries are the easy part. What Americans miss: private health cover before CPAM, plus the six-month setup overhead.