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Bali Digital Nomad Visa – The Complete Guide 

Bali Digital Nomad Visa Guide

From gorgeous beaches to volcanic mountains, stunning temples, and an active nightlife, Bali is jam-packed with beautiful sites to see and things to do. Add to that the fact that visas are easy to obtain and the cost of living is low, and it’s easy to see why it’s become a digital nomad hotspot. Thinking […]

Retire in Portugal: Visas, Healthcare, Taxes & More

Retire in Portugal: Visas, Healthcare, Taxes & More

From bustling cosmopolitan cities like Lisbon and Porto to sun-soaked beach towns such as Costa Nova and Peniche, as well as the lush Douro Valley and Pico Island wine regions, Portugal boasts a range of exciting retirement destinations. Fortunately for Americans, the cost of living in Portugal is a fraction of what it is in […]

Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa – The Ultimate Guide

Costa Rica Digital Nomad Visa for Nomads and Remote Workers

From big cities to beaches, volcanoes, and tropical rainforests, Costa Rica has a little bit of everything. For those looking to improve their Spanish, live well at a lower cost, or surf to their heart’s content, there’s even more reason to move to Costa Rica. And thanks to the country’s digital nomad visa, living there […]

Tips for Maintaining Accurate Records as a US Expat

Tips for Maintaining Accurate Records as a US Expat

Living abroad as a US expat comes with awesome “I can’t believe this is my life” experiences. But, it also comes with an increased need for organization when it comes to household administration. Staying on top of necessary administrative tasks, such as maintaining organized records and tracking expenses, can be challenging. Although it can be […]

Understanding the Swiss Pension System as a US Expat – Pillar 1 of 3 

Switzerland Pension Pillars US Expats

Switzerland, aka the Playground of Europe, is a popular destination for American expats. Many find life in Switzerland so enjoyable that they stay, establishing careers and raising families along the way.  As with life anywhere, living in Switzerland comes with some bureaucratic and logistical hurdles – particularly for American citizens and Green Card holders. The […]

Digital Nomad Taxes: Frequently Asked Questions

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Digital nomad taxes are rarely top-of-mind when the travel bug bites, and yet it’s something that all US location-independent workers should be mindful of. Since it was first coined in the early 90s, the phrase “digital nomad” has gone from obscure to commonplace, in large part due to the post-COVID-19 remote work boom.  It makes […]

Selling Gifted Property vs. Selling Inherited Property: A Tax Guide

selling gifted property vs selling inherited property

Selling inherited property or selling a gifted property? Both have significant tax implications, making it important to gather information before you make any formal commitments. The exact way the federal government taxes property sales depends on individual circumstances. Factors like your country of residence, how you came to own the property, and how long you’ve […]

How to Become a Digital Nomad (Updated for 2024)

how to be a digital nomad

Even if you don’t personally know somebody who’s taken the leap and learned how to become a digital nomad, you’ve almost certainly come across #digitalnomadinspo on social media from accounts like Nomadic Matt, My Life’s a Travel Movie, and Emily Eats & Explores. The steady stream of beach selfies, breathtaking landscapes, and mouth-watering meals is […]

ETIAS Visa Waiver for Foreigners Visiting the EU

EU flag. An ETIAS visa waiver will be required by many foreigners, including Americans, who wish to visit the EU and Schengen Zone countries from November 2023 onward

Is it your dream to marvel at Santorini’s whitewashed homes and blue seas, hike in the Swiss Alps, or savor the creamy taste of genuine Florentine gelato? We’re sure it is. But 2025 will bring a key change for Americans seeking a European escape: the ETIAS visa waiver. While American citizens have not previously needed […]