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I quit my job because I couldn't afford to rent or buy a house. I then moved to Thailand, where the cost of living is cheaper.

The author moved to Thailand for a more affordable lifestyle. Courtesy of Sally Seaton I worked full-time in the UK, but I couldn't afford to move out at 28. I quit and moved to Thailand to become a freelance writer. I earn slightly less now, but my lower cost of living means I can afford my own place. My stable job in the UK allowed me to save, but rental prices in my area would have taken up a huge portion of my income. Each month, I withdrew from my savings as everyday expenses became lu...