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What Americans Living in Canada Need to Know in 2025

Mother and baby share a joyful moment outdoors, capturing everyday life for Americans living in Canada.

If you’re one of the many Americans who looked north, saw free healthcare, affordable childcare, and universal poutine, and thought, “Yes, please”—you’re in good company. In 2025, more U.S. citizens, skilled workers, and entire families are making the jump to Canada, landing everywhere from the buzzing streets of Toronto to the wilds of Vancouver, the […]

No More IRS Paper Checks: What This Means for Your Tax Refund

RS paper checks like this one are being phased out in favor of digital refund methods.

Say goodbye to that familiar blue-and-white envelope—after decades of mailing out IRS paper checks, the Treasury is pulling the plug. Starting soon, most income tax refunds will arrive via electronic funds transfer (EFT) or other digital payment systems, not the old-fashioned paper check in your mailbox. Why does this matter? For millions of Americans, getting […]