Desi Return Diaries
Desi Return Diaries
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We Waited 11 Years in US For This Number Before Moving to India | NRI
58 minutes Posted Apr 2, 2026 at 6:30 pm.
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After 11 years in the US, a great career, strong finances, and a comfortable life… they still chose to move back to India. Why? In this episode, we sit down with a family who made this big decision — not out of frustration, but out of clarity.
👉 If you’re an NRI stuck between staying abroad or moving back to India, this conversation will hit home. We go beyond the usual pros/cons and dive into:
The real reasons people consider moving back (it’s not what you think) The “stuck in dilemma” trap most NRIs face A simple 3-step decision framework to gain clarity
How they planned their move over 1.5–2 years
The importance of self-awareness before financial planning
Their cost of living in Ahmedabad (₹1–1.5L/month breakdown)
Why having a job before moving made all the difference
The role of kids, parents, and community in the final decision Whether to sell or keep US assets (401k, house, etc.)
And the biggest advice: There is no right or wrong decision — only clarity
 
💡 One powerful takeaway: Most people aren’t struggling with “where to live”… They’re struggling with what they really want out of life.