I moved my family from Texas to Colombia. It cut down our expenses by two-thirds, and life feels richer.

Jenn Jamali and her daughter

Courtesy of Jenn Jamali

• Jennifer Jamali moved to Bogotá, Colombia, in 2025 to be closer to family and reduce living costs.
• Jamali, 34, moved with her husband and their young daughter.
• She said her family has a much better quality of life in Bogotá, and she's happier.

Jennifer Jamali lived in a quiet Austin suburb where she rarely crossed paths with her neighbors. The sameness of her days left her feeling stuck.

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