For many solo retired women, the idea of relocating overseas—especially to a country where the cost of living is significantly lower—can be both exciting and a little overwhelming. Whether you're driven by a sense of adventure, the need to make your retirement savings go further, or the dream of embracing a more relaxed lifestyle, moving abroad opens the door to new possibilities.

Many of us have too much 'stuff' that we’ve accumulated over the years. It may have been deemed necessary to keep it ‘just in case’ a child had a school project it could be used for, we needed to do repairs, or it might come in handy at some stage. Once the children have left though, and downsizing or relocating moves onto the radar, that stuff suddenly becomes a burden we need to resolve.

The shift into retirement or an “empty nest” can spark the desire for a new kind of living: one that prioritizes ease, joy, and personal expression. Whether that means downsizing to a smaller space or reinventing the home you already have, the goal is the same — to create a haven that feels truly, beautifully yours.

When you're preparing to relocate overseas or go on an extended journey, one of the significant decisions you'll need to make is whether to store your belongings. While it can be a practical solution, it also raises an important question: Should you insure your items while they're in storage?