04/10/2023
The UK beckons to expats worldwide. From cosmopolitan cities like London, world-class soccer games (or football, as they call it) in cities like Manchester, and quaint rural escapes in places like Suffolk… the list of reasons to move to the UK goes on. Combine that with a diverse population, a strong national healthcare system, and […]
04/06/2023
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 […]
04/04/2023
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 […]
03/20/2023
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 […]
03/16/2023
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 sense: who wouldn’t want to explore new countries and cultures on a regular basis? Working as a digital nomad can even be beneficial from […]
03/14/2023
As an expat, deciding whether or not to sell your gifted or inherited property can be perplexing because there are many tax factors to consider. Of course, plenty of expats purchase homes abroad too, but for the purposes of this article, we’re taking a deep dive into the tax implications of selling gifted property vs […]
03/08/2023
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 […]
03/01/2023
Do you want to marvel at Santorini’s whitewashed homes and blue seas, hike in the Swiss Alps, or savor the creamy taste of a genuine Florentine gelato? Of course you do. However, 2023 is bringing a key change for Americans seeking a European escape: The entry requirement for many foreigners traveling to the EU is […]
02/25/2023
Living abroad comes with many exhilarating adventures – and a few stressful experiences, too. Chief among the stresses experienced by US expats is the US tax season. In case you weren’t aware: tax season has started and it’s time to pony up and get ‘er done! We’re here to help in any way we can, […]
02/25/2023
As a US expat living abroad, you already know that the tax code is continuously changing. So, it’s no surprise that expat tax changes in 2023 require a deep dive. That’s where we come in! Although the 2023 tax season just opened (so, tax returns for 2022 are being filed this year), the IRS has […]