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What Insurance Do I Need for the D7 Visa?

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James Cave
February 16, 2026

When applying for a visa like the D7 or Digital Nomad Visa? What type of insurance do I need? Travel or health insurance? There’s a lot of conflicting information out there, and it doesn’t help that the rules constantly change—and …

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Can You Invest in Portugal’s Golden Visa Through an IRA or 401K?

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James Cave
February 9, 2026

For Americans interested in Portugal’s Golden Visa, one question comes up again and again: Can I use my 401(k) or IRA to fund the investment — without triggering huge U.S. tax penalties? Technically, the answer can be yes. In practice, …

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Reviews: Practice Portuguese – An Engaging Podcast & Interactive Language Learning Platform

A language site for moving to Portugal displays a Portuguese dialogue transcript, plus options for downloads, vocabulary, and a quiz.
James Cave
February 7, 2026

Ever dreamed of effortlessly chatting with locals in a Lisbon café, or confidently navigating life as an expat in the Algarve? If you’re nodding your head, then learning European Portuguese is probably high on your to-do list. But let’s face …

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How to Get a Job in Portugal

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James Cave
January 26, 2026

As more and more people move to Portugal, a question that keeps coming up is: how do I find a job in Portugal? With its low cost of living and some of the best weather anywhere in Europe, it isn’t …

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Buying a Rental Property in Portugal

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James Cave
January 26, 2026

Thanks to its warm weather, low cost of living, and beautiful beaches and countryside, Portugal has become an incredibly desirable place to own a holiday home or vacation rental, particularly in areas like Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve. It’s also …

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Growing up in Fall River: An Interview with Thomas Silvia

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James Cave
January 26, 2026

Fall River, Massachusetts, has long been known as one of the most Portuguese towns in America. In this interview, we sit down with Tom, a lifelong Fall River resident with deep roots in the city’s Portuguese community. Born to second-generation …

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Can I Move to Portugal on VA Disability Compensation?

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James Cave
January 19, 2026

Yes — for many veterans, VA disability compensation can be a solid fit for Portugal’s D7 visa, because it’s stable, recurring, and not tied to working in Portugal. The key is simple: So the real question isn’t “Does Portugal accept …

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The Complete Guide to Retiring in Portugal

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James Cave
January 15, 2026

For many people, retirement isn’t just about leaving work behind. It’s about choosing how — and where — you want to live the next chapter of your life. Portugal has become one of the most popular retirement destinations in Europe …

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Where Are the Cheapest Places to live in Portugal?

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James Cave
January 15, 2026

Portugal is still a very affordable country by Western European standards, but the cost of living has increased over the past few years — in particular, the cost of renting and buying a property.  This is especially true in Lisbon, …

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How to Book A CAPLE Language Exam (e.g. the A2)

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James Cave
January 14, 2026

At some point in your Portuguese-learning journey, you’ll need to actually sit the exam. Whether you’re doing this for Portuguese citizenship, residency, work, or personal satisfaction, the process is fairly straightforward once you know how it works. Most people take …

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