Australia

• For those looking to start a business or move along with a business, Australia is an ideal location because of its lack of regulations, low taxes and plentiful resources. The country is known for its inhospitable outback, but it has tropical and temperate climate zones, which along with its coasts provide a bevy of outdoor and adventure opportunities. For its vast rural spread, 86 percent of Australia's population lives in urban centers. With a high standard of living, solid economic outlook and relatively low inflation rate, Australia is an ideal location for someone looking for a fresh start financially.
  
  

Canada

• With a high standard of living, low debt and deficit levels, and reasonably positive economic outlook, Canada is atop many destination lists. While 20 percent of Canada's population is migrant, it is still one of the least population dense countries in the world. This G8 country is known for harsh winters and beautiful lands as well as its diverse cities. The ninth largest economy in the world, Canada also has the the 30th ranked health care system in the world, according to the World Health Organization.
  
  

New Zealand

• With no capital gains or inheritance tax, as well as one of the lowest personal tax rates in the world, New Zealand is an obvious choice for those looking to maximize their assets and wages. The country has low crime rates, and the 41st best health care system in the world. While geographically small, it doesn't have high population density. The country also is known for its natural sights, subtropical climate and mountainous regions, which allow residents and tourists to enjoy skiing, kayaking, hiking, rafting, fishing and numerous other outdoor activities.
  
  

France

• For five consecutive years, France has finished first in the International Standard of Living rankings. With the world's best health care system, France is strong in culture, food and history. While the French pay higher taxes than most, they also enjoy significant government benefits, work less hours, retire earlier and live longer on average than most people in the world.