10 Expat Mistakes to Avoid

10 Expat Mistakes to Avoid

Author: Kristin Wilson | Traveling with Kristin June 11, 2024 Duration: 15:54

🚨 The best travel rewards card offer of the year is ending June 13 at 2:00pm CST! This is your last chance to earn $900+ in free travel. (75,000 Bonus Points Available) Check it out here: https://bit.ly/chasesapphirepreferredtwk | Act fast! ✈️ 

 

Thinking of moving abroad or know someone who's making the leap soon? Here are the top 10 most common mistakes expats make and how to avoid them. Spoiler: #8 is the worst!

From not getting professional help with planning your move to staying stuck when the lifestyle isn't working for you, there are quite a few challenges expats might face. Luckily for you, we're here to help!

We want you to be as prepared as possible for your big move so you can have the best experience living abroad. With these tips, you'll have a smoother and safer transition to life in a new country!

 

Special Offers:

 

10 Common Mistakes Expats Should Avoid:

  • Mistake #1: Buying real estate before you live in the country
  • Mistake #2: Applying for residency in a new country before an exploratory trip
  • Mistake #3: Waiting too long to move to another country
  • Mistake #4: Spending too much time with other expats and foreigners
  • Mistake #5: Letting your guard down more than you would in your home country
  • Mistake #6: Not fully adapting to the foreign culture & expecting the country to change
  • Mistake #7: Not saving enough money before moving abroad
  • Mistake #8: Giving too much weight to the opinions of others
  • Mistake #9: Not getting professional help with planning your move abroad
  • Mistake #10: Staying stuck abroad when the lifestyle isn't working for you

 

Episode Resources:

 

Related Podcasts:

 

Related Videos:

 

Connect with Kristin and Support the Show:

*   Become a Patron

*   Buy a Coffee

*   Follow on Instagram

*   Join the Facebook Group

*   Leave a 5-Star Review

*   Subscribe on YouTube

 

See the show notes pages on BadassDigitalNomads.com or TravelingwithKristin.com/podcast for detailed notes and transcripts.


There's a certain rhythm to building a life that isn't tied to a single address, and that's the beat Traveling with Kristin moves to. Hosted by Kristin Wilson, a veteran digital nomad who has been navigating the world as an entrepreneur for years, this podcast feels like a series of candid conversations with a friend who's already figured out a lot of the logistics so you don't have to. Each episode digs into the practicalities and the personal shifts that come with choosing a borderless existence. You'll hear honest discussions about the financial realities of retiring abroad, the unexpected challenges of working from a new time zone every few months, and the cultural nuances that you only learn by being there. It's not just about destination highlights; it's about the mindset and the mechanics of designing a sustainable international lifestyle. Kristin brings a grounded perspective, stripping away the glossy social media filter to talk about what global living actually requires-from visas and banking to building community and maintaining relationships on the road. If you're contemplating a permanent move overseas or simply want to weave more extended travel into your remote work, this podcast serves as an essential, deeply relatable guide. Tune in for a mix of solo reflections, interviews with others who've made the leap, and actionable advice that makes the world feel a little more accessible and your dreams a lot more possible.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 276

Traveling with Kristin
Podcast Episodes
International Travel, Medical, and Health Insurance Explained [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:05
What type of travel insurance should you get? Kristin explains the different types of trip insurance, what's covered, prices, and more. You get an overview of travel insurance options, credit card insurance, and learn th…
10 Tips for Writing Your First Book [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:20
Have you ever thought about writing a book? Kristin provides ten tips, insights, and reflections gained from writing her first book. She also discusses self-publishing versus traditional publishing and provides helpful r…
What To Do With Your Cell Phone When Traveling Internationally [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:27
How can you use your phone in another country? What is the best way to make phone calls when abroad? Kristin answers listener questions about what to do with your cell phone when traveling. Plus, she answers questions ab…
Traveling with World as a Surf Photographer with Jimmy Wilson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:16
Kristin's brother, Jimmy, shares how he created a flexible, untraditional lifestyle that allows him to work from home, co-parent his daughter, and travel the world as a surf photographer. In this podcast, Kristin and Jim…
Costa Rica Cost of Living for Foreigners and Expats [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:24
Find out what the cost of living is in Costa Rica and categories of expenses to include in your living abroad budget. In this episode, Kristin details her exact cost of living in Costa Rica and shares what other foreigne…
The Best Places to Live in Costa Rica [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:53
If you're considering traveling or moving to Costa Rica someday, this episode is for you. Kristin shares details about her brand new Living Abroad in Costa Rica guide, plus ten of her favorite places to live in the count…