The freedom afforded by retirement drives many Americans to live overseas for a portion of the year. Enjoying a lower cost of living, better weather, time with relatives or simply a change of pace are just a few reasons behind this line of thinking. But the fact that you can continue receiving Social Security benefits while living outside the United States may be the most compelling reason of all for some retirees.
Before you hop on the next plane out of the country, however, it’s important to know the differences and potential complications when receiving benefits overseas versus while still living in the U.S. Here’s what you need to know.
