Spanish Professor Achieves Financial Independence by Moving Abroad
A Spanish professor, who struggled to save money in the US, successfully achieved 'Lean FI' (Financial Independence) at age 47 by moving abroad. His experience highlights how relocating can significantly impact financial goals.
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A Spanish professor struggled to save money in the US. Moving abroad helped him reach Lean FI at 47.
Miguel Marquez teaches French, Spanish, and personal finance at a university in Shenzhen, China. Courtesy of Miguel Marquez After years of living in the US, Miguel Marquez moved to Brazil and later to China to teach. A lower cost of living helped him save 70% of his income and achieve "Lean FI." He still plans to teach, travel, and keep working toward traditional financial independence. Something clicked for Miguel Marquez when a job opportunity brought him to Campina Grande, Brazil. The pr...
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