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When I moved my family from the US to the Netherlands 2 years ago, I wish I'd avoided these 5 mistakes

When my American family left the United States to move to the Netherlands, we made mistakes with insurance, taxes, and more that cost time and money.

Two years ago, Lauren McDonnell moved her family from the United States to the Netherlands. However, they encountered several issues and missteps while adjusting to their new lives. Lauren regrets not starting to learn Dutch sooner and mishandling currency exchanges. She also wishes she had researched the Dutch healthcare system and tax advantages more thoroughly.

The turning point occurred when her son burst into tears at the kitchen table, expressing his frustration with not understanding anything. This moment highlighted her first major mistake in moving from Atlanta to the Netherlands in May 2024.

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