South America has many great options for either investment or retirement that any American might enjoy. I have already talked about Brazil and Argentina, and today I am going to talk about how to get residency in Chile. Chile is Read More Read More »
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September 1, 2017
Chile has Latin America’s best economy and has seen more foreign investment than all of the other Latin American countries other than Mexico and Brazil. Not only is it a popular place to invest in Latin America, but it’s a Read More Read More »
The Why and How of Retiring in Chile
September 1, 2017
Chile offers first-world living at a much lower cost than most first-world countries. That’s always a big factor in the decision to relocate, but it’s also a country that offers Latin America’s highest standard of living. This means the water Read More Read More »
How to Work in Chile
September 1, 2017
Chile is a high income country, with a GDP that compares to that of Poland or Turkey, and it has seen a steady increase in economic growth over the last several years. Larger numbers of immigrants are heading there, and Read More Read More »
Residency Options in Chile
September 1, 2017
Residency in Chile is achieved in much the same way that residency is achieved in many other Latin American countries, with the same types of regulations regarding pensions, capital, etc. However, the price and straightforwardness of the process will depend Read More Read More »
How Fast Could a Crisis Wipe You Out? – Part II
February 18, 2015
[Featured Image: The Euro on the decline: should we really be surprised by the Swiss central bank policy change that rocked markets worldwide last month? This chart shows we had plenty of warning.] See How Fast Could a Crisis Wipe You Read More Read More »
A Tour: Reñaca Beach to Viña del Mar
February 18, 2015
Sometimes we walk to get someplace. Our focus is merely to put one leg in front of the other in order to reach our destination. I find it relaxing to just walk. It helps me clear my mind, organize my Read More Read More »
Is That a Hamburger Walking Around Santiago?
February 18, 2015
The post Is That a Hamburger Walking Around Santiago? appeared first on EscapeArtist Chile. Read More Read More »
A Hamburger with Drinks & Helado en Santiago
February 18, 2015
Continued from Is That a Hamburger Walking Around Santiago? For drinks later in the evening I can recommend Teclados; the bar chain frequented by students all over the city. They have some simple snacks for satisfying any hunger still left from Read More Read More »
Is That a Hamburger Walking Around Santiago?
February 18, 2015
I like to walk. Whether it’s in a city street teeming with strangers, a fading forest path winding through fir trees, or a strip of sand cuddling up to an ocean shore – walking never fails to calm my oft Read More Read More »
Norte Chico, Pucón & Villarica – Travel Log
February 18, 2015
Do you like the countryside around where you live? Is it peaceful and quiet? Are there lots of wildlife and flowers that leave sweet fragrances in the air? Well if you do then you are going to love Chile’s countryside. I’ve Read More Read More »
2014 Maratón Internacional: Viña del Mar
December 1, 2014
Now that sounds like fun! I had been awakened by loud music and a woman’s voice over loud speakers … somewhere outside. It sounded like it was almost right outside my window. Since I had just arrived in Reñaca again, I really Read More Read More »
Offshore Banking in the Age of FATCA: Part 3
November 24, 2014
Today’s article is the third and final of Ryan’s series on banking and FATCA. Please click these links to read Part 1 and Part 2. Reputation, Reliability, and Service Level of a Particular Bank In the U.S., we are somewhat spoiled with Read More Read More »
Offshore Banking in the Age of FATCA: Part 2
November 18, 2014
In my last article, I discussed the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) as well as other foreign banking disclosure laws which U.S. citizens and residents must deal with. I also discussed our enormous federal debt, and why placing a Read More Read More »
EscapeArtist Chile Update: November 2014
November 17, 2014
October was a blur. I got to spend five weeks in Chile getting some things in order and preparing for next year’s extended stay. While Frank holds down the fort in Chile, having expatriated there over two years ago, I continue Read More Read More »
Offshore Banking in the Age of FATCA: Part 1
November 10, 2014
Earlier this year, the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) was implemented. As a result, many foreign banks will no longer do business with U.S. persons. Banks that continue to accept U.S. customers must either enter into a treaty to Read More Read More »
Viña Stock-bus Racing: Part 3
November 6, 2014
As mentioned in part 1, the colors of the buses don’t immediately make sense. At first I just thought they were different companies. However, as I later found out, the colors actually represent different areas. While there is some overlap Read More Read More »