Why do people move to United States?
When we asked people why foreigners move to United States, they responded...
"Most people moving here are Americans, Dominicans, and Puerto Ricans who spent most of their lives in New York, at least in the time before Hurricane Maria. ," commented one expat who made the move to Patillas, US.

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"The United States offers expats a number of advantages that make it an attractive country to call home. Expats can benefit from the United States' strong economy, excellent job opportunities and world-class educational institutions. American culture is widely celebrated, offering a diverse range of experiences and activities to newcomers. Additionally, the U.S. is home to many beautiful areas, cities and landscapes, some of which are widely known around the world. Finally, expats benefit from the support and resources available to them through the U.S.'s numerous networking and support groups as well as its globally recognized healthcare system," remarked another expat in United States.
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Why do people move to United States?
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About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.