In this video we are scouting Malaga, Spain for low cost living in early retirement. We retired early in 2018 to pursue the dream of financial independence and are traveling the globe in search of our little piece of paradise to call our forever home. We share tips and the realities of life abroad on our channel    / seekingparadisebugs   as we visit different cities looking for the one that best meets all 10 of our requirements. Could Malaga be the place? Let´s find out…

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Chapter List:
00:00 Start Intro
01:34 Our Paradise Home Requirement Checklist
03:39 Airport Distance
04:21 Walkability
06:56 Public Transport
08:00 Things To Do
23:44 Average Weather
24:32 Distance to Beach
26:01 Cost of Living
28:02 Medical Care
29:31 Safety/Security
30:45 Real Estate Prices (Rent/Purchase)
34:58 Final Thoughts

Our Forever Home Requirement Checklist:
□ Distance to International Airport: Less than 45 minute by car, train, subway or bus
□ Public Transportation: Reliable metro and bus systems, trains, rideshare services and bike/scooter friendly
□ Walkability: Markets/restaurants/shops within a 15 minute walk, parks and outdoor recreation within a 30 minute drive
□ Things to Do: International restaurants, parks/outdoor activities, live music and art scene. Beaches, nearby city attractions and dog friendly activities
□ Average Weather: Ideally between 60F - 80 degrees year round. 300 days or more of sun, exposure to no or few natural disasters
□ Access to beaches: Walking distance preferred or 3-hour drive max. Wide, quiet beaches with plenty of water sports
□ Cost of living: Low cost utilities, fresh foods, energy efficient alternatives
□ Good medical care: Major hospital within 10 miles, high quality care, low health insurance premiums and prompt emergency services
□ Safety and Security: Low crime rates, able to walk around safely at night and active police presence
□ Price/Style of Homes: Up to $400,000usd purchase price or $1,800 a month for rent -2 Bedroom/2 Bath minimum, yard space, high speed internet, approximately 200sq meters finished space. Detached home preferred, views, pool access and a gated community is a plus.

🏨 WHERE WE STAYED: https://air.tl/s4vZMz6k

Málaga Airport (AGP): https://www.aena.es/en/malaga-costa-d...

Dog Beaches in Málaga:
Castillo Sohail beach in Fuengirola.
Canine beach of Torre del Mar
Canine beach of Torrox

Best Guide for Things to Do for the Southern Region of Andalucía and the Costa del Sol:
https://www.andalucia.org/

Cost of Living Data and City Comparison:
https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living...

Useful Málaga Expat Facebook Groups:
Expats in Málaga City
Expats in Málaga
International People in Málaga

Real Estate Websites:
www. idealista.com
www.thinkspain.com
www.spotahome.com

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► NEW RETIREMENT - Retirement Financial Planner:
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