
It is the dream of many that their retirement is full of enjoyment and peace. In Spain, seniors can spend their time meandering along endless coastlines or browsing local museums. Those who have chosen to retire in Spain have found many new hobbies and interests. However, you must understand that retiring to Spain is a big decision, and you must do plenty of research before you set out to enjoy your well-deserved retirement.
Below we will look at some of the things you need to consider before you decide to retire in Spain.
Your finances
One of the reasons why so many people who have moved to Spain pack up and move back home is their money going further, but you will have to be sure you have your finances in place before making a move. If you cannot sort out your finances before you relocate to Spain, you will quickly find that you have fallen into a trap and might find it too expensive to pay for your new lifestyle. It would help if you remembered that when heading into retirement, you must ensure that the available funds last for the rest of your life. Remember that relocating costs money. There are no two ways about it. What’s more, a fluctuation in a currency’s value can leave you suffering if you haven’t protected against it.
What about your home?
Before you move to Spain, you will need to decide what you will do with your home. You could sell the property but need somewhere to return to should things go south. You could keep and rent the house, providing an income to sustain you during your retirement. If you decide to rent the house out, you need to know that you will still have to pay for a property in Spain, whether you rent, buy a second-hand home, or a new build villa. This is one of the most significant decisions you will make.
What about your family?
When looking at your family, you need to remember that having children or grandchildren who may still rely on you financially and emotionally could make your move quite tricky. One of the biggest questions you will ask yourself is whether you can leave your family behind without any regrets. You could also choose to take your family with you, but this will come at an additional expense. One of the most important things you can do is to talk to close relatives about your move. Find out how they will cope without you and whether they will visit you.
What about your friends?
Many people who have lived in the same house for several years have made strong friendship connections. Those connections are what make life so special. It would be best if you kept in mind that when you move, you will not have those connections, and you will not have a close friend to turn to when things get a little challenging. You will need to come to terms with this if you decide to move abroad. But rest assured, you will soon make new friends and find plenty of social activities.