03/19/2025
If you’ve ever dreamed about leaving the US behind and moving to Mexico, you’re not alone. Over a million Americans — not to mention expats from other countries — call this North American country home. And given the many visa options, relatively low cost of living, and natural beauty, it’s no wonder. Of course, before […]
01/23/2023
Panama is an incredible place to call home – even if you’re only there temporarily as a US expat. With bountiful produce, idyllic weather, a laid-back atmosphere, and just a quick plane ride back to the States, it’s no wonder this Central American country is in popular demand. You’ll find more than 16,000 US expats […]
12/19/2022
If you are a US citizen living abroad, you will need to file your income tax return on Form 1040 based on your worldwide income. And to file this, you’ll usually need a Social Security Number (SSN). An SSN is the most common type of tax identification number. But hold on. What happens if you […]
03/19/2025
Doesn’t it feel like everyone’s moving to Portugal these days? More and more often, you see news articles about Americans relocating to Portugal, LinkedIn posts announcing a move to Portugal, or photos on Instagram from expats documenting their day-to-day life and travels in Portugal. Tempted to shake things up and join them? We’ve got good […]
01/17/2023
If you work for a US contractor abroad, taxes can be confusing. Regardless of where they live, those with overseas contractor jobs will need to file a US tax return — but they may need to file taxes in their country of residence as well. But with a little bit of research and organization, you’ll […]
01/17/2023
Taxes are tricky for US expats — in addition to the complications that come along with earning income abroad, tactical challenges like accessing your tax records, viewing your balance, and making payments are made that much harder when you can’t easily receive mail from or make calls to the US. Fortunately, the availability of IRS […]
04/25/2025
IRS provisions like the Foreign Housing Exclusion often aren’t the first thing US expats think about when moving overseas, but they should be! All US citizens and permanent residents are required to file a federal US tax return every year, even if they live and pay taxes outside the US. While this is a hassle, […]
11/27/2022
Digital nomad: it’s a term that’s been nearly inescapable over the past couple of years. In a post-pandemic world, remote work is increasingly the norm. More Americans than ever are embracing this adventurous lifestyle as a way to satisfy their wanderlust without giving up the stability of steady employment. Luckily for those who are intrigued […]
03/19/2025
Aargh! It’s time to start thinking about taxes again. The end of the year should be a period of celebration – popping off the champagne cork and ringing in a new year. But for US expats, the end of the year often comes with apprehension and a lot of anxiety. While filing taxes should be […]
01/25/2025
California isn’t all sun, surf, and sand. Unfortunately, the Golden State is also home to the highest state tax rates in the US. On top of that, the state of California’s Franchise Tax Board (FTB) is known as one of the biggest sticklers among state tax bodies. As a result, some former California residents are […]