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New Zealand’s Young Person Digital Nomad Visa

New Zealand's Digital nomad visa

As the world opens back up and Covid restrictions start to ease, more and more Americans aspire to become digital nomads: remote workers that leverage technology to live and work from anywhere.  To adapt to this trend, countries worldwide are adopting “digital nomad visas” to allow remote workers to stay in their country for up […]

Form 1099-K: Everything US Expats Need to Know

If you work as a freelancer, independent contractor, gig worker, or are otherwise self-employed, the phrase “1099 form” is almost certainly familiar to you. That’s because any client from whom you’ve received at least $600 is obligated to send you a 1099-NEC, a tax form that is used to report payments made to non-employees. But […]

Selling Foreign Property: The Ultimate Guide for US Expats

Thinking about selling your foreign property but unsure where to start? Imagine wrapping up the sale of your home abroad with confidence, knowing you’ve navigated the tax implications and legal requirements like a pro. While the process might feel complex at first—currency conversions, tax filings, and endless paperwork—we’re break it down into straightforward steps. In […]

A Simple Guide: IRA Contributions as an American Expat

IRA contributions American expat

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 Tax Implications: Getting a Job Offer Abroad

US tax job abroad

Earning a promotion is exciting – and accepting a new position overseas can be even more thrilling. Living in a new country grants you the opportunity to explore new places, soak in new cultures, and maybe even learn another language. But before you accept that job offer abroad, it’s important to weigh all of your […]

Reporting Foreign Rental Income on Property Abroad

Reporting Foreign Rental Income

US expats who live abroad make money in many different ways. Your employer in the US might offer you a position in another country or you may decide to travel and start your own business. Whether you’re freelancing or working for a traditional employer, you might also consider investing in property abroad. This could help […]

US Expat Tax Guide for Americans Working in Japan

tax guide Americans Japan

Japan. The land of sushi, Pokémon, incredibly fast bullet trains, and high-tech toilets that can even play music during your bathroom sessions. While the year is 2022, it feels like the Japanese are living in 3022.  Japan is also the country that tens of thousands of American expats call home. According to recent data, currently, […]