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I Left the US and Bought a Cheap Villa in Italy for $50,000
Business Insider • • world
Key Points:
- After a decade of frequent transatlantic travel for MotoGP work, the author decided to relocate from Phoenix, USA, to Europe in 2023, seeking a more relaxed lifestyle and better work-life balance.
- The author purchased a neglected historic villa in Pistoia, Tuscany, near Florence airport, for about 45,000 euros after negotiation and legal processes, with plans for extensive renovation.
- Renovations began in early 2024, involving major updates like wiring, plumbing, and roof replacement, while preserving original features; the project stayed on schedule and within a 150,000-euro budget.
- By November 2024, the villa was move-in ready, and the author embraced village life, enjoying stronger community connections, a slower pace, and easier work travel within Europe.
- Despite language challenges, the relocation improved the author's quality of life, allowing for a more balanced routine and deeper engagement with both the local community and MotoGP fans.
