One of the questions that follows "come mai Calabria?" (why in the heck did you move to Calabria?), I get asked what I do for work. It's a reasonable question, given the unemployment rate in Calabria (15.9%) is more than double the national average (7.2%). Jobs are hard to come by here, so if you're looking to move here and find a job easily, think again.Being a Freelancer Expat in ItalyI'm super fortunate that I make American dollars in a country and region where my money goes so far. I'm fortu| Su Guillory
If you're planning to live or work in Italy long-term, social security isn’t something you can afford to ignore — even if you'd rather focus on sipping cappuccinos and practicing your Italian.Whether you’re an employee, a freelancer, or running your own business, you’ll likely be required to contribute to Italy’s social security system, or to America's. But what exactly does that mean? And how does it affect you as an expat?Let’s break it down.What Is INPS?In Italy, social securit...| Su Guillory