Sophia Titley

For Sophia Titley, home is a subjective concept. She was born in Singapore but grew up in Indonesia and Saudi Arabia… and has since lived in Canada, Spain, Colombia, and, most recently, Panama. She studied political science and Spanish at the University of British Columbia, and in her free time enjoys trying new recipes, playing soccer, and salsa dancing.

Sophia Titley

The Coastal City Drawing Investors South Of Lisbon

Aerial view of Setubal with fortress in the forest, Portugal

Portugal’s property market is red hot. Property values have shot up, increasing by more than 17% year on year, while home values across the country have more than doubled since 2017. Portugal continues to draw investors, expats, retirees, remote workers, and lifestyle-seekers for its mild climate, beautiful beaches, and overall high quality of life. With

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Live The Penthouse Life For Less Than A Basic U.S. Home

People enjoy Ayfilon Beach in Karpaz, North Cyprus

What if beachfront living didn’t require a multimillion-dollar budget? For Dan and Kathleen, a couple from Raleigh, North Carolina, the idea of retiring by the sea once seemed out of reach. High coastal property prices pushed them to think beyond familiar options… and eventually led them to Northern Cyprus. Rethinking The Cost Of Coastal Living

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Scouting Opportunity In Peaceful, Picture-Perfect Boquete

The landscape is lush and green, with forest-covered hills in the background. In the middle, there’s a well-maintained park featuring colorful flower beds arranged in patterns, decorative structures, and small buildings with red roofs.

I just returned from a scouting trip across Panama, which ended in the world’s #1 retirement destination for 2026: Boquete. This was my first time visiting Boquete despite living in Panama for several years. After seeing it firsthand, I can confirm that it’s an all-around fantastic place to spend time. Located in the highlands of

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