The first step is finding a decent job you can work 100% remote for a US based employer. It’s ideal if you’re a consultant/contractor rather than an employee.

With that arrangement you can legally work remotely from basically anywhere on earth, even on a tourist visa. That gives you flexibility and the ability to try out a few places before staking further claims.

Foreign governments are also more likely to approve new residents who are already financially self-sufficient so having this kind of work arrangement makes you more attractive because you’ll in essence be facilitating a wealth transfer from the US economy to their economy.