Managing Money Abroad

If you’re a US citizen or resident married to someone who doesn’t have financial ties to the US, you might have wondered if they are eligible for spousal social security benefits. Fortunately, there are a number of different circumstances in which they can be. Read on to find out what these benefits include, who is […]

If you’re an expat, chances are you’ve toyed with the idea of moving your retirement account overseas with you. But how do you do it, and what does it mean for your taxes and reporting requirements?  The financial implication of moving your US retirement account overseas will depend on, among other things, the type of […]

Moving to a new country (though rewarding!) comes with many challenges.  Beyond finding a new place to live, the move may involve adapting to a new culture, building a new social or professional network, and in some instances, opening a foreign bank account to manage your finances while abroad.  Opening a foreign bank account isn’t […]

Americans struggle with a lack of knowledge about their retirement plans. According to a survey by GOBankingRates, over 37% of Americans feel like they don’t know enough about retirement and need more education on how they can successfully retire.  When a US expat decides to move overseas, understanding how to contribute to their IRA retirement […]

US mutual funds are a popular investment vehicle stateside and are frequently recommended as an affordable and convenient way to diversify investment portfolios. With that commonplace advice in mind, many expats consider investing in mutual funds based outside the US. Investing in foreign mutual funds, however, isn’t quite as straightforward as investing in a US-based […]

Adjusting to living abroad takes planning, especially when it comes to your finances and health. Healthcare and health insurance, in particular, come with their own challenges abroad. In this article, experts from International Citizens Insurance share the most common insurance challenges and solutions for American expats.  Challenges of Local healthcare abroad Healthcare in the United States ranks as one […]

Americans living abroad are required to file a US tax return every year, reporting all of their global income. No other developed nation requires expats to file in this way. American expats often have to file a foreign return too, and understand how the two different tax systems converge. Furthermore, expats are subject to additional […]

The majority of Americans use tax software to file their US taxes. In the light of this, it’s strange that the IRS has been changing Form 1040 over the last couple of years, as very few people use it. Instead, the majority either employ a tax preparer, who uses software, or input their information into […]

American expats are required to file a US tax return each year, reporting their worldwide income. Expats may also have to report their foreign businesses, assets, and financial accounts, depending on factors including their types and values. When expats file, they can normally claim one or more IRS exemptions or tax credits that reduce their […]

If you’re about to sell (or are considering selling) a substantial amount in assets, the capital gains tax is likely top of mind. While capital gains taxes can be complex in general, Americans living abroad must take additional factors into account. Failing to weigh the tax implications before carrying out a sale can take a […]