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Countries with lower taxes and a better quality of living?

I’m currently stuck in Denmark, and it feels like I’m in a never ending financial tug of war with the government, saying goodbye to 50% of my hard earned cash each month. Add a 25% VAT on everything and throw in some hefty taxes on utilities, electricity etc, and you’ve got a situation that has me questioning if this is the life I signed up for.

Living in a place where the cold weather feels like an extra tax on happiness, I’m craving a change.

I’m all about individualism, self-sufficiency, and independence. So here’s the big question: Where in the world are you guys finding that sweet spot between low taxes and a great quality of life?

As I contemplate my escape plan, Cyprus, Portugal, and Dubai are on my radar. I dream of living in a country where taxes don’t feel like daylight robbery. But, and it’s a big ‘but,’ my online income isn’t quite flexing its muscles enough for a move to the streets of Dubai just yet.

So, where are you residing? What’s the tax scene like in your corner of the world? Are you doing a happy dance every payday, or are you, like me, wistfully staring at your bank statement, wondering where all your money went?

And let’s not forget the living conditions. On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your overall quality of life?

I’m not just asking for my benefit, this is a collective quest for a better lifestyle.

Your input is greatly appreciated!

(Just to be crystal clear, I’m not fishing for a lecture on why I should be grateful for my current Danish situation or any unrelated personal opinions. If your input doesn’t contribute constructively, save it for another time.)

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[–] arramburi@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

If you earn under 85k € in Italy, as a contractor (partita iva) you get a flat tax. You pay like 25 % Total, including social security ( hospital and everything).

You can live with half the Money you spend in Denmark I assume.

Maybe some small city near Venice (Bassano del Grappa come to my mind, they have cowork, good vibe-Diesel Company Hq).

Or going to Sicily, Costiera Amalfitana... But It would be for sure a culture shock. Less pricey, weak infrastructures.

[–] dorben_kallas@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'm from Italy and would never live there honestly. Country is getting worse and worse. Spain has the same vibe, but better in almost every aspect

[–] Solid-University5452@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] dorben_kallas@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I guess Italy is richer in absolute terms, but the overall quality of life is interior to Spain

[–] arramburi@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

Where are you from in Italy paisa'