If you (and your spouse, if you're married) are adventurous and are thinking of retiring abroad, that's a perfectly reasonable thing to do. After all, plenty of places outside the U.S. can cost you a lot less, helping you stretch your retirement nest egg further. Women, who often have smaller nest eggs, might particularly want to consider this strategy.

As you think about various countries, you'll likely consider factors such as climate, cost of living, and the availability of recreational activities that you enjoy. Be sure to consider the quality and availability of healthcare, too -- and the tax treatment that relocating retirees can expect. Many countries want foreign retirees to move there, and thus offer special programs, visas, and tax treatments.

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