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Why Rome Is at the Top of My List (and What Could Still Knock It Out)

Oct 22, 2026

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2 min read

Why Rome Is at the Top of My List (and What Could Still Knock It Out)

And the two things that could still rule it out.

Joe Steele
Joe Steele
My Lisbon Agent Told Me Not to Buy. Then She Disappeared.

Oct 15, 2026

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1 min read

My Lisbon Agent Told Me Not to Buy. Then She Disappeared.

She warned me an apartment was overpriced. Then she confirmed our call—and never showed up.

Joe Steele
Joe Steele
I Nearly Bought a Home in Italy. Here's Why I Walked Away.

Oct 8, 2026

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5 min read

I Nearly Bought a Home in Italy. Here's Why I Walked Away.

I had financing terms, an attorney, and a geometra on the ground. Then the due diligence raised questions I couldn't ignore.

Joe Steele
Joe Steele
Can an American Get a Mortgage in Italy?

Oct 1, 2026

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3 min read

Can an American Get a Mortgage in Italy?

I actually pursued financing as a U.S.-based buyer. Here are the terms I received — and what I’d ask before deciding between a mortgage and cash.

Joe Steele
Joe Steele
There May Not Be One Moment When Your Brain Stops Translating

Sep 24, 2026

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3 min read

There May Not Be One Moment When Your Brain Stops Translating

Some people normalize in a year. Some still convert after thirty. The difference might be more interesting than the timeline.

Joe Steele
Joe Steele
Moving Abroad Can Mean Starting Your Career Over

Sep 17, 2026

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2 min read

Moving Abroad Can Mean Starting Your Career Over

The work may travel with you. The network, reputation, referrals, and professional identity often don’t.

Joe Steele
Joe Steele
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