"Escaping the American Dream: How One Couple Found Renewed Life in Ecuador"

A growing number of Americans are leaving the US in search of a better quality of life and lower cost of living abroad, with an estimated 9 million Americans currently living overseas. Rising house prices, inflation, and debt have driven many to seek alternatives, and a recent poll found that only 36% of Americans still believe in the "American dream" of working hard to get ahead. Older and younger individuals alike are choosing to move abroad, with some citing the desire to escape the stress and financial burden of the American lifestyle. The process of relocating has become easier, and countries like Mexico, Canada, France, and Greece are popular destinations for American expats.