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Human-written essays

No AI here! 🚫 All Freedom Files essays are written by me (James) about my experience abroad. Take a gander!

Shocking predictions from this 1997 book & how I'm preparing for the future

Shocking predictions from this 1997 book & how I’m preparing for the future

The Sovereign Individual made some mindblowing predictions (like cryptocurrency and tax havens) about the future. And they were right. Here’s what they said and how I’m preparing.
5 SHOCKING things I’ve learned from 3 years in Latin America

5 SHOCKING things I’ve learned from 3 years in Latin America

Expat life in Latin America is not all positive. From cost of living to bureaucracy to taxes, these are 5 things most travel gurus won't tell you.

LatAm tax havens: My top 5 Latin American countries for ZERO personal income tax

Did you know you can live in Latin America year-round and not pay any income tax? Here are the best low-tax countries in LatAm for digital nomads and expats.
Can digital nomadism eliminate your taxes? 3 optimal strategies for life abroad

Can digital nomadism eliminate your taxes? 3 optimal strategies for life abroad

Looking to optimize taxes and live in the most desirable countries in the world? You can optimize digital nomadism for financial freedom AND adventure.
Freedom outside the land of the free

Freedom outside the “land of the free”: 10 reasons why I left the USA

I abandoned life in the United States for Latin America. Why? 10 reasons, including reducing my taxes abroad, experiencing new cultures, and enjoying a healthy lifestyle.
I've lived in the Third World for 3 years: 10 important lessons I've learned

I’ve lived in the Third World for 3 years: 10 important lessons I’ve learned

I've lived in "Third World" Latin America for 3 years, and I've learned a ton about happiness, tax reduction, relationships, the world, and my role in it. Learn from my mistakes and lessons.
From Europe or Canada? Follow these 3 steps to EASILY & LEGALLY erase taxes from your life

From Europe or Canada? Follow these 3 steps to EASILY & LEGALLY erase taxes from your life

Non-Americans, reduce your taxes to single digits legally within a year. Yes, I'm serious. Follow these 3 steps to cut economic ties, establish residency in a tax-friendly country, and enjoy low-tax living.
5 reasons to stay home instead of moving abroad & exploring life outside your birth country

5 reasons to stay home instead of moving abroad & exploring life outside your country

In five minutes, if I can convince you to stay home instead of moving abroad, I’ll save you the hassle of relocating, reducing your taxes, and generally becoming more free.
Remote job hunting made easy: 6 tips for location independence in 2024

Remote job hunting made easy: 6 tips for location independence in 2024

If you want to live abroad, reduce your taxes and cost of living, and travel year-round, steal these 6 tips to find and secure a high-paying, location-independent remote job.

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Location freedom is near

I started an online business, lived in 10 countries, learned a new language, bought international real estate, and got residency in Latin America – all within 2 years.

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