Geo-arbitrage relocates remote workers from San Francisco ($4,000/month rent) to Chiang Mai ($600/month) while keeping U.S. salaries. Digital nomads leverage 70% lifestyle savings to accelerate FI/RE goals—financial independence, retire early. Visa options like Thailand’s Elite or Portugal’s D7 require proof of income but waive local taxes.
Time zone calculators align meetings; co-living spaces bundle gigabit internet and standing desks. Currency hedging apps lock favorable exchange rates. Health insurance shifts to global plans covering evacuations. Communities host masterminds on tax residency. Exit strategies include selling appreciated crypto to fund property. Geo-arbitrage proves location independence isn’t just freedom—it’s a leveraged investment in lower burn rates and higher joy.
