courage to move to Spain

Candyfloss said:
Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 3:05 PM

Look forward to your blogs and good luck

wend691 said:
Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 8:02 PM

Good luck Kitty with making your dreams a reality. My hubby and I are wanting to start a new life in Spain like yourselves, and we have a house there that we go to at least 4-5 times a year. However, because of the dire economic climate in Spain, we are holding out for now and will wait for things to improve before making the big jump!
Many people have offered advice to others on the threads on EOS, so it might be a good idea to read through peoples comments. Sensible suggestions include having enough funds to last for at least 2 years as jobs for Brits are few and far between, with no contracts or security. Renting is a good starting point .... this gives people more flexibility to move around if needed - ie if their first choice of location actually isnt what they want / like / need to establish a new life in Spain. Its also a good idea to keep a bolt-hole in UK if possible if things dont work out and the dream doesnt become a reality. There are many people who have lived in Spain for a few / number of years and are returning to UK because times are hard. Finally, research, research, research before taking the plunge .....
If the time was right and it was do-able, my hubby and I would be packing our boxes and bags and would be making the move to our place in Spain (we love it there).
So, again good luck Kitty to you and your hubby

wend691 said:
Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 8:04 PM

Good luck Kitty with making your dreams a reality. My hubby and I are wanting to start a new life in Spain like yourselves, and we have a house there that we go to at least 4-5 times a year. However, because of the dire economic climate in Spain, we are holding out for now and will wait for things to improve before making the big jump!
Many people have offered advice to others on the threads on EOS, so it might be a good idea to read through peoples comments. Sensible suggestions include having enough funds to last for at least 2 years as jobs for Brits are few and far between, with no contracts or security. Renting is a good starting point .... this gives people more flexibility to move around if needed - ie if their first choice of location actually isnt what they want / like / need to establish a new life in Spain. Its also a good idea to keep a bolt-hole in UK if possible if things dont work out and the dream doesnt become a reality. There are many people who have lived in Spain for a few / number of years and are returning to UK because times are hard. Finally, research, research, research before taking the plunge .....
If the time was right and it was do-able, my hubby and I would be packing our boxes and bags and would be making the move to our place in Spain (we love it there).
So, again good luck Kitty to you and your hubby

Linda W said:
Thursday, April 14, 2011 @ 8:41 PM

Yeah!! good luck Kitty.
Well said Wend691.
I have been here 8 years and its getting a lot lot harder to make a living.

cssolar said:
Sunday, April 17, 2011 @ 6:41 PM

GOOD LUCK Kitty
Go for it ,

I have been here 8 years, I remember when we first came , its a big risk but at the same time its exciting !!
Just do it, for better or worst you would have tried it, there is nothing worst than thinking what if!!

Cheryl and Roger said:
Tuesday, May 10, 2011 @ 1:16 PM

Good luck to u and your family, check out blog hindsite is a wonderful thing cheryl just wrote, we took the plunge 4 weeks ago to fuengirola with less money than you but absolutely love it never been to spain before but im sure now we are here the incentive to make it work is greater than ever. Fingers crossed for all us mid aged ex pats taking the plunge.

abandonship said:
Friday, May 13, 2011 @ 11:13 AM

if you have no money and no job you cant do it

ElviriaDreamer said:
Sunday, May 15, 2011 @ 2:45 PM

You go for it! I know peeps who have left for foreign climes with little more than a months wage and they've not returned. Others left with property and cash behind them only to return. It really depends on individual circumstances and there's no crystal ball to forsee what the future holds....for anyone. Especially in todays financial market. Just learn as much as you possibly can before you go and when you arrive do not have plans you are afraid to break. Work your dreams around reality. I wanted an apartment in Elviria BUT my budget allowed the move I am making. I am on a tight budget just like you...so I bought a lovely immaculate tourer currently in storage being kitted out with all I need,I will pay for that to be towed over as I can't drive still and will pay an annual plot fee upfront. That way I know I have one year to get on my feet with rent all paid so just need to find utilities, living costs etc. I am allowed to continue claiming a small part of my Disability Allowance so that will help a little. Please don't let small funds deter you, but know it won't be easy. This has been my dream for 20 years and I am your age too. Like you I had to wait until my children had grown up, then illness struck and it has been delayed while I got as well as I can be...It's now or never now. I have no job to arrive to, illness to contend with and little money BUT I will still go for it, as should anyone who wants to do it. Life is too short for regrets or wondering what if. I hope all your dreams come true...you won't know though unless you chase it will you? I am going to try and follow your blog as I would like to know how you get on. GOOD LUCK