Mikkel Thorup

Mikkel Thorup is the world’s most sought-after expat consultant. He focuses on helping high-net-worth private clients to legally mitigate tax liabilities, obtain a second residency and citizenship, and assemble a portfolio of foreign investments including international real estate, timber plantations, agricultural land and other hard-money tangible assets. Mikkel is the Founder and CEO at Expat Money®, a private consulting firm started in 2017. He hosts the popular weekly podcast, the Expat Money Show, and wrote the definitive #1-Best Selling book Expat Secrets - How To Pay Zero Taxes, Live Overseas And Make Giant Piles Of Money, and his second book: Expats Guide On Moving To Mexico.

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Pros & Cons Of Living In Chile

Mikkel Thorup: March 25, 2026

Chile is one of the first countries that comes to mind when considering politically stable and economically disciplined nations in Latin America. It attracts attention for its diverse geography, stretching along the Pacific from the Atacama Desert...

Expat Destinations

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Why Not To Consider Living In Portugal As An Expat

Mikkel Thorup: March 19, 2026

Portugal used to feel like Europe was on easy mode. You could obtain a Golden Visa, spend only a few days a year in the country, and quietly work...

Expat Destinations

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Best Places To Visit In Ecuador

Mikkel Thorup: March 23, 2026

Ecuador is one of the most geographically diverse countries in the world. Although roughly the same size as Colorado, you can hike near a snowcapped...

Expat Destinations

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The Safest Countries In Europe In 2026

Mikkel Thorup: March 13, 2026

European countries were known for their safety for decades and were marketed as the best places for both modern comfort and security. A lot of water...

Expat Destinations

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Why Your Plan-B Should Be Built Before You Need It

Mikkel Thorup: March 10, 2026

Most people think about Plan-B only after something goes wrong. A political shift, a tax increase, a banking restriction, or a personal wake-up call...

Wealth Protection

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How Safe Is Japan?

Mikkel Thorup: March 24, 2026

The word "Japan" brings to mind many things: high-tech, sushi, anime, samurai, and cherry blossoms. It is one of the most intriguing countries in...

Expat Destinations

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Living In Singapore: Pros & Cons You Should Know

Mikkel Thorup: February 26, 2026

Singapore is often described as a city that works, and it totally deserves its reputation. This small island nation in Southeast Asia has built one...

Expat Destinations

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5 min read

Pros & Cons Of Living In Chile

Mikkel Thorup: March 24 2026

Expat Destinations

6 min read

Why Not To Consider Living In Portugal As An Expat

Mikkel Thorup: March 19 2026

Portugal used to feel like Europe was on easy mode. You could obtain a Golden Visa, spend only a few days a year in the country, and quietly work...

Expat Destinations

6 min read

Best Places To Visit In Ecuador

Mikkel Thorup: March 17 2026

Ecuador is one of the most geographically diverse countries in the world. Although roughly the same size as Colorado, you can hike near a snowcapped...

Expat Destinations

4 min read

The Safest Countries In Europe In 2026

Mikkel Thorup: March 13 2026

European countries were known for their safety for decades and were marketed as the best places for both modern comfort and security. A lot of water...

Expat Destinations

4 min read

Why Your Plan-B Should Be Built Before You Need It

Mikkel Thorup: March 10 2026

Most people think about Plan-B only after something goes wrong. A political shift, a tax increase, a banking restriction, or a personal wake-up call...

Wealth Protection

5 min read

How Safe Is Japan?

Mikkel Thorup: March 03 2026

The word "Japan" brings to mind many things: high-tech, sushi, anime, samurai, and cherry blossoms. It is one of the most intriguing countries in...

Expat Destinations

4 min read

Living In Singapore: Pros & Cons You Should Know

Mikkel Thorup: February 26 2026

Singapore is often described as a city that works, and it totally deserves its reputation. This small island nation in Southeast Asia has built one...

Expat Destinations

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