Retiring abroad? Watch out for this expensive housing mistake.

retiring abroad? a common expensive mistake: buying property too fast in those first few months. the excitement of a new country can push people into a purchase before they understand the local market, taxes, or resale rules. one bad buy can eat up a big chunk of savings. the advice is to rent first for at least a year. that gives you time to learn the neighborhoods, figure out real costs, and see if you actually like living there long-term. skipping that step is the mistake that costs the most.