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.

4 Best Cities In Costa Rica

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4 Best Cities In Costa Rica

What comes to mind when you dream of living in Costa Rica? Maybe it’s gorgeous Pacific beaches, year-round warm weather, and world-renowned eco-tourism—and you'd be absolutely right.

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Turning Timber Into Wealth: Investing In Forestry With Your 401(k)

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Turning Timber Into Wealth: Investing In Forestry With Your 401(k)

Which of these do you fear more: death or running out of money? This question might be a bit extreme, but did you know that 63% of Americans fear...

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Protecting Yourself From The Dangers Of AI Surveillance

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Protecting Yourself From The Dangers Of AI Surveillance

The realm of science fiction has become our full-blown reality. AI surveillance has gone mainstream, and it’s not just about chatbots or job...

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What Do The Colours Of Passports Around The World Mean?

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What Do The Colours Of Passports Around The World Mean?

Have you ever wondered why passports come in only a few colours despite the diversity of nations? There are almost 200 countries in the world, yet...

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How To Apostille Documents In Panama

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How To Apostille Documents In Panama

If you are a globally-minded person living an international life as an expat or investing in offshore countries to protect your wealth and freedom,...

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The 5 Best Cities To Live In Brazil

4 min read

The 5 Best Cities To Live In Brazil

Brazil is a country of extraordinary potential, but as an expat, your quality of life depends entirely on where you choose to settle. With its...

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The 5 Biggest Challenges Faced By Expats In 2025

7 min read

The 5 Biggest Challenges Faced By Expats In 2025

Let’s be clear. Being an expat isn’t an endless vacation. It’s not about running away from responsibility. It’s about building real, long-term...

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4 Best Cities In Costa Rica

4 min read

4 Best Cities In Costa Rica

What comes to mind when you dream of living in Costa Rica? Maybe it’s gorgeous Pacific beaches, year-round warm weather, and world-renowned eco-tourism—and you'd be absolutely right.

Continue Reading
Turning Timber Into Wealth: Investing In Forestry With Your 401(k)

4 min read

Turning Timber Into Wealth: Investing In Forestry With Your 401(k)

Which of these do you fear more: death or running out of money? This question might be a bit extreme, but did you know that 63% of Americans fear...

Continue Reading
Protecting Yourself From The Dangers Of AI Surveillance

4 min read

Protecting Yourself From The Dangers Of AI Surveillance

The realm of science fiction has become our full-blown reality. AI surveillance has gone mainstream, and it’s not just about chatbots or job...

Continue Reading
What Do The Colours Of Passports Around The World Mean?

4 min read

What Do The Colours Of Passports Around The World Mean?

Have you ever wondered why passports come in only a few colours despite the diversity of nations? There are almost 200 countries in the world, yet...

Continue Reading
How To Apostille Documents In Panama

4 min read

How To Apostille Documents In Panama

If you are a globally-minded person living an international life as an expat or investing in offshore countries to protect your wealth and freedom,...

Continue Reading
The 5 Best Cities To Live In Brazil

4 min read

The 5 Best Cities To Live In Brazil

Brazil is a country of extraordinary potential, but as an expat, your quality of life depends entirely on where you choose to settle. With its...

Continue Reading
The 5 Biggest Challenges Faced By Expats In 2025

7 min read

The 5 Biggest Challenges Faced By Expats In 2025

Let’s be clear. Being an expat isn’t an endless vacation. It’s not about running away from responsibility. It’s about building real, long-term...

Continue Reading