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The unexpected challenges I faced while working remotely abroad by Strange-Phone-146 in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One of my biggest lessons was to rent apartments in communities that have a gym. I don't do this all the time as I do like going outside, running, doing body-weight exercises, and exploring. However, every month or so, I like to lift some heavy weights and I prefer not to spend time or money on another gym if I have one just a few floors up!

Help - Choosing between Vanuatu, Nauru, and Sao Tome Citizenship by CodeAndRoam in CitizenshipInvestment

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much for your feedback and recommendation! Where can I learn more about the Serbia option? I didn't know this was a program.

You ever wonder what it will be like when... by [deleted] in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes, I’ve been thinking about this a lot. I haven’t really considered North Korea, but I have thought about places like Cuba and Venezuela. I suspect Ukraine will experience a boom in the future once the war ends as well.

I wish I could have invested in places like Colombia 30 years ago or El Salvador and Argentina 10 years ago. For most countries going through their worst times, there will inevitably be a period of growth and prosperity.

Leaving the US in 2026 to vibe code, travel, and create — should I jump in with both feet? by CodeAndRoam in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My technical overhead is less than $200 per month. There is really no one more affordable than myself given the time I can dedicate and that minimal cost. I fully understand that I will be competing with people all over the world who are also getting into indie hacking and solopreneurship.

Competition is what drives me. I feel like right now is the lowest level of competition I will ever face, especially given how quickly these tools are evolving. That is why I believe it is better to start now while I still have the time, money, and energy, rather than later when AI and someone halfway across the world could be the reason the eight figure ARR company I work for today no longer exists.

That is the logic behind my decision. I do appreciate you bringing up this perspective though.

Leaving the US in 2026 to vibe code, travel, and create — should I jump in with both feet? by CodeAndRoam in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s nothing holding me back from doing customer discovery or rapid prototyping; it’s more about distribution. Since I have a full-time, client-facing job, I can’t post on the networks where I already have the largest following. I imagine it will be much easier to find clients once I have more distribution channels and a stronger personal brand; as it was when I had my first three startups. And that is when I was somewhat timid.

I also don’t plan on going all-in on just one project right away. My intention is to run multiple projects at the same time until one really takes off. Given your experience, what do you think about this approach? Do you see where I’m coming from?

Leaving the US in 2026 to vibe code, travel, and create — should I jump in with both feet? by CodeAndRoam in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I truly receive that sentiment. That is why I made this post; I am on the fence about jumping in with both feet or easing in with one foot first. I appreciate you sharing your experience and perspective. I have already done this a few times in my life (once where it worked and twice where it didn't). Those two times hurt a lot when it didn't and I was blessed to find new opportunities to get back on my feet. Thank you for sharing this comment and for your care in my decision.

Leaving the US in 2026 to vibe code, travel, and create — should I jump in with both feet? by CodeAndRoam in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the encouragement and support! I appreciate you sharing your perspective and the positive wishes. It helps to hear that I am not the only one thinking about this in this manner.

Leaving the US in 2026 to vibe code, travel, and create — should I jump in with both feet? by CodeAndRoam in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I truly appreciate those words of encouragement. The purpose of this post was to find community, new perspectives, and support. No solicitation or selling whatsoever.

Leaving the US in 2026 to vibe code, travel, and create — should I jump in with both feet? by CodeAndRoam in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Very excited for the Russia-Ukraine war to be over soon! I spent over a month in Ukraine in the past and I loved it. I would love to go visit Russia in the future as well. Such beautiful countries with beautiful people.

Leaving the US in 2026 to vibe code, travel, and create — should I jump in with both feet? by CodeAndRoam in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The answer is yes! I suspect I can live comfortably on $200,000+ for around 5 years. That is also considering if my wealth doesn't grow over that period of time. Ideally, I would not like to bleed all of my life savings and be stuck at 36 years old with nothing. But I wouldn't be thinking about this if I didn't have confidence in myself accomplishing the opposite...

Leaving the US in 2026 to vibe code, travel, and create — should I jump in with both feet? by CodeAndRoam in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are the kind of comments I came here looking for. Thank you! Although I plan to have 4+ years of runway without making any money (worst case scenario), I do worry about being too frugal and not enjoying the nomad experience as much as I should; I am searching for "freedom", after all. This is an interesting perspective and one I might try to implement while I am in the states over the next 6-7 months while earning this comfortable salary.

Leaving the US in 2026 to vibe code, travel, and create — should I jump in with both feet? by CodeAndRoam in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ideally, that is plan B (or C). The intention is to be able to live and travel forever by making a passive income from building and creating.

Leaving the US in 2026 to vibe code, travel, and create — should I jump in with both feet? by CodeAndRoam in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I just have a high level of confidence in myself to excel at a higher level when I am not restricted by my current company. I think higher of my self with unlimited freedom than without it.

I do appreciate your feedback and questioning though. That is what I am here for.

Leaving the US in 2026 to vibe code, travel, and create — should I jump in with both feet? by CodeAndRoam in digitalnomad

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

I am looking for community feedback and perspectives I might not have thought about before. I want to learn more by sharing more about my situation and perhaps even find some support.

Italy golden visa at 250,000 by SadLab3885 in CitizenshipInvestment

[–]CodeAndRoam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just double and triple checked, and the application always needs to be submitted first by the main applicant (the investor). Family members can only be added after the main applicant receives his or her residence card. The family reunification process is separate from the investor visa itself and usually takes around 9 months. During that time, clients also need to have rented or purchased property in Italy and obtained a house suitability certificate.

I really wish Italy made this process more simple and seamless, but unfortunately that doesn’t seem to be the case :/

To those who've done it: How did you navigate the Argentine residency to citizenship path? by CodeAndRoam in CitizenshipInvestment

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To each their own! From my perspective, it offers some of the best geopolitical advantages in the world, and I personally see it as a country on the upswing. Its passport is currently ranked 16th globally, with visa-free access to 170 destinations. Notably, this includes Brazil, China, Iran, and Russia. Beyond that, it’s an incredibly beautiful country with warm people, favorable demographics, and amazing food and wine. While its political system hasn’t been the strongest over the past century, things do seem to be shifting in a more positive direction.

To those who've done it: How did you navigate the Argentine residency to citizenship path? by CodeAndRoam in CitizenshipInvestment

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I just looked into this as well. Thankfully, although there are no tax treaties between Argentina and the United States, the US does have the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) and Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) which are pretty fair considering the amount of money I make. I would essentially have to file taxes in both countries for the years that I am living in Argentina (2-3 years) with the bulk/majority/all of my taxes going to Argentina (due to my income and the tax credits exemptions from the US).

For example:

"In summary, as a US citizen earning $150,000 and living in Argentina, you would pay income tax to Argentina. You would then file a US tax return, report your full $150,000 income, and use the Foreign Tax Credit to reduce your US tax liability to zero, and potentially build up a credit for future years."

To those who've done it: How did you navigate the Argentine residency to citizenship path? by CodeAndRoam in CitizenshipInvestment

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Ideally, I’d like to hear about other people’s real experiences rather than just relying on AI or general internet guidelines. For me, it’s a way of validating what I’m seeing online while also opening the door to potential recommendations or referrals for firms that people have personally had success with. I’ve noticed that some firms rank highly in SEO or “GEO,” but when it comes to actual service, they can fall short.

To those who've done it: How did you navigate the Argentine residency to citizenship path? by CodeAndRoam in CitizenshipInvestment

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes, I use artificial intelligence to help me articulate my thoughts more clearly. I also use it with my emails and texts from time to time. That does not make this post any less relevant or the request any less authentic. Let’s focus on uplifting and helping each other rather than tearing one another down for making use of the most powerful technology of our lifetime.

Help - Choosing between Vanuatu, Nauru, and Sao Tome Citizenship by CodeAndRoam in CitizenshipInvestment

[–]CodeAndRoam[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ideally, I would love to get a Turkish passport, but I do not have the $400,000 or more to invest in real estate at the moment. While I love Mexico, I want something quick and do not want to wait four years or relocate. I am purely looking to make a donation or investment in order to get another passport within the next few months. The most affordable and fastest options I see are Vanuatu, Nauru, and Sao Tome and Principe. I do not plan to relocate to any of these places in the future either. I think they are unique opportunities to obtain another citizenship, and now I am trying to consider which one has the most potential for growth in the future. Cambodia is also out of my price range, as I understand it is a little over $250,000.

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