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Live Large for Less on the Exotic Islands of South East Asia 2012

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July 31, 2012

White sands, the scent of spices, the call of the east. Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines are so much more than exotic vacation spots. Enticing expats and retirees from around the globe, these fabled lands of South East Asia still beckon with the promise and rewards of an exciting life overseas. Live Large for Less on The Exotic Islands of South-East Asia is the best resource available to help you get to know this paradise that is South-East Asia.

Provence, France

By Steenie Harvey |

July 27, 2012

IL Euro Editor, Steenie Harvey, is enchanted with Provence. As a teenager she had pictures of lavender-spun landscapes and old Roman towns. These days she’s there in person...listen to her latest audio debrief as she reveals what she’s discovered in France’s most alluring region.

Get Ready for a Greek Opportunity…

By Ronan McMahon |

June 14, 2012

Imagine perfect, white-washed homes...and churches with rounded roofs...that cling to the sheer edge of an ancient volcanic crater. The sun sets like a fiery cannon ball at Oia. Yes, the black beaches are interesting, but here it’s all about the dramatic views from the crater edge. This is the Greek island of Santorini. My favorite. And like the rest of the Greek islands, real estate here is about to get dirt cheap—because of the great crisis the country faces today.

Dream Property Shortcut- Fast Reply Reports

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June 7, 2012

Learn where to find the best-value deals on beach houses…getaways in the mountains…or apartments in bustling foreign cities. Get ready to avoid beginner's mistakes and to learn the type of property and market that makes sense for me. And how to get what you want with confidence… This is the next-best thing to me sitting down with Ronan McMahon in person…and the most efficient, cost-effective way there is to be sure your investing smartly, for value, and with confidence.

Trip to Costa Rica for 13 Members Only…

By Ronan McMahon |

June 6, 2012

Along Costa Rica’s Southern Zone, the bright, thick, green jungle canopy rolls down to a coast of sandy beaches and rocky points. It’s truly stunning. One project along this coast stands out as the gold standard. It’s here that members of our group can buy with a down payment of $20,000 and interest-free monthly payments of $556. And where a small group (strictly limited to 13) of Real Estate Trend Alert members will gather this July 19-22.

Blueprint for a New Life in Uruguay

By International Living |

June 2, 2012

We’ve spent the last year—and at least $30,000—determining the expat haven in the Americas with the very best quality of life. Not the ‘cheapest.’ Not the most ‘undiscovered.’ Not the ‘closest to home’ or the most touted in mainstream media sources. But the BEST. The results can be found in the Blueprint for Your New Life in Uruguay.

Deal Alert: New Beach Town in the D.R.

By Ronan McMahon |

May 31, 2012

In January I told you about my visit to the Gran Bahia Principe resort in La Romana, Dominican Republic. Plans call for a major new Caribbean beach resort town spread out over 1,500 acres...with close to one-and-a-half miles of beach. Since then I have been running the rule over this opportunity and negotiating an “off market” deal for RETA members.

Ultimate Fund Your Life Overseas Kit

By International Living |

May 31, 2012

One of the biggest stumbling blocks readers tell us they encounter when they consider going overseas is how they'll pay for life. But you might be surprised at the variety of options you have—fun, flexible, interesting ways you can fund a travel-rich life…options you may never have even thought about. That's why we've created the Ultimate Fund Your Life Overseas Kit.

Chile’s Lake District

By Glynna Prentice |

May 14, 2012

The Lake District is one of Chile’s most popular vacation areas, with cool, freshwater lakes for summertime vacations and, in some parts, wintertime skiing, as well. It’s long had a smattering of mostly European expats. Now adventurous U.S. and Canadian expats are putting down roots in this region, too…Join Glynna as she tells IL Managing Editor, Eoin Bassett, why.

Unsexy in Brazil

By Ronan McMahon |

May 8, 2012

Brazil is on the up. Fortaleza is doing particularly well. Government policy calls for the creation of a mega manufacturing and export hub just outside Fortaleza. We can profit.