Move to Europe Without Guesswork — A Step-by-Step Guide for American Creatives

If you’ve been feeling like life in the U.S. is getting more unpredictable (and expensive)… and you’ve caught yourself daydreaming about cobblestone streets, café culture, and a slower pace of life… you’re not alone.

For creatives like us — writers, designers, artists, freelancers, filmmakers, musicians — living in Europe isn’t just about travel. It’s about inspiration, stability, and a fresh start.

That’s exactly why I made this guide: so you can skip months of confusing research and have a clear, realistic plan for starting your new life abroad. My price starts at $9.50 (no subscriptions!), but I’ll be increasing the price in the next few weeks due to high demand. So keep reading and don’t miss out!

Why This Guide Exists

When I moved to Europe from the U.S. three years ago, I thought I might be crazy. But now, I know it’s the best decision I’ve ever made.

My living expenses are lower, I can save money, I work on my own schedule, and I’m surrounded by beauty and culture.
Most importantly, I feel safe in big cities here.

Friends kept asking me how I did it — so I put all the answers in one place.

The Problem With Trying to Do This Alone

• Google is full of conflicting, outdated info.
• Immigration consultants charge $1,000+.
• ChatGPT? It can’t give you verified, country-specific steps.
• Piecing this together yourself takes months — sometimes years.

I learned the hard way, through personal experience.

Now, you can skip the trial and error and get the exact steps that work.

Who This Is For

• Creatives looking for a healthier, more inspiring lifestyle abroad
• Anyone who wants access to affordable healthcare, walkable cities, fresh organic food, and vibrant creative communities
• American artists, musicians, writers, designers, and creative freelancers
• And no, YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE WEALTHY to do this.

What You’ll Get:

Option 1 ($9.50) - The Road to Europe (for creatives) - A complete, easy-to-follow relocation guide covering:

• How to apply for a European freelance visa
• How to open a European bank account
• How to transfer dollars to euros without losing $$$ in fees
• How to get a European phone number
• Registering at a new address
• Affordable healthcare options for expats
• Residency options for several European countries
• And tips on how to handle it all with a calm, collected mindset...

Written by an American artist who’s done it — just the real steps that actually work.

Want More? Upgrade for Expert Tools & Resources

Option 2 ($15): The Creative’s Relocation Toolkit
Everything in Option 1, plus curated expert resources to shortcut your move:

• Links to reliable visa experts & citizenship law firms
• Trusted tax advisors familiar with dual residency
• Resources for European arts-funding + grants
• A pre-departure worksheet to organize all of your required materials
• Travel resources (train travel and bus apps you need!) to travel affordably
• Remote work platforms
• Real estate & housing resources tailored for expats
• The best American travel credit cards with no foreign transaction fees (these have great hotel rewards worth $800+ for signing up! Not sponsored, just free information.)

Perfect if you’re serious about the move and want to avoid months of research.

Go All In: The Guide + European Travel Secrets

Option 3 ($24): Ultimate Relocation + Travel Companion
Everything in Options 1 and 2, plus my personal travel guide to 66 European destinations:

• My favorite spots to eat and drink in Paris, Nice, Berlin, Florence, Rome, and more
• Secret destinations you won’t find on Google (or viral social media)
• Uncrowded hikes, natural hot springs, and artist hotspots
• I provide a Google Maps link for each spot!
• Uncrowded, less-touristy museums you may be unaware of
• My favorite local food markets in France, Italy, and Germany for fresh cheeses, meats, vegetables, wine, and seafood.
• Affordable boutique hotels and unique accommodations.

Ten years of my exploration …all in your pocket!

Or… if you just want the 66 secret spots, without the full bundle, they’re available here for $15:

https://mattiel.gumroad.com/l/66spots

Why This Works

You could keep Googling for free and hope you find the right info…

Or you can spend the price of a coffee, skip the overwhelm, and know exactly what to do.

This is instant, practical help from someone who’s actually done it. Not just vague inspiration or generic blog tips.

Start Your Move Today — Pick the Version That Fits You Best:

• The Road to Europe PDF Guide ($9.50) – Step-by-step basic relocation guide
• Resource Bundle ($15) – Basic Guide + curated visa, taxes, job, transit, and housing resources
• Ultimate Bundle ($24) – Basic Guide + Resource Bundle + secret travel picks & artist hotspots

No subscriptions. Just the straightforward tools to make your move actually happen.

These are all instant digital downloads -- so you can start planning today!

Note: This is not financial or legal advice — make all major life decisions with your own due diligence. But if you’re ready to start a new chapter, this guide will make your leap to Europe a whole lot easier.