08/10/2020
The Foreign Earned Income Exclusion lets US expats exclude the first around $100,000 (the exact figure rises a little each year) of their earned income from US taxes. It’s a great choice for many expats who earn less than this threshold, and sometimes a good option for expats who earn above the threshold too. To […]
05/18/2021
It has been estimated that there are several thousand Americans living in Bulgaria. Living in Bulgaria is an incredible experience for a number of reasons, including the friendly locals, the culture and cuisine, the quality of life, and having the rest of Europe on your doorstep. As an American expatriate living in Bulgaria though, what […]
05/11/2021
It has been estimated that there are several thousand Americans living in Tajikistan. Living in Tajikistan is an incredible experience for a number of reasons, including the friendly locals, the history, cuisine, and culture, the mountains, and the quality of life. As an American expatriate living in Tajikistan though, what exactly do you need to […]
09/05/2020
Year-end tax planning this year is slightly different this year due to the proposed changes to the tax system. Despite this uncertainty, however, there are still plenty of things that expats can do before the holidays to make their lives easier in 2018, and possibly save them money too. Assemble your 2017 records The first […]
01/28/2025
It has been estimated that there are several thousand Americans living in Hungary. Living in Hungary is an incredible experience for a number of reasons, including the history, the architecture and culture, the cuisine, and having the rest of Europe on your doorstep. As an American expatriate living in Hungary though, what exactly do you […]
03/01/2025
With pristine landscapes, endless outdoor activities, stunning Buddhist temples, and a well-preserved cultural heritage, Bhutan is an excellent under-the-radar option for aspiring expats. Before moving there, of course, it’s important to think of practical matters, like the Bhutan income tax rates. If you’re considering a move to the Land of the Thunder Dragon, let us […]
06/22/2023
When you’ve settled in a foreign country and built a life there, the question of whether retaining your US citizenship is worthwhile may arise. This is due to the fact that the IRS taxes citizens and Green Card holders on their global income, which often results in filing daunting expat returns year after year. Moreover, […]
05/11/2021
It has been estimated that there are several thousandAmericans living in Laos. Living in Laos is an incredible experience for a number of reasons, including the friendly locals, the quality of life, the natural environment, and the culture and cuisine. As an American expatriate living in Laos though, what exactly do you need to know regarding filing US […]
05/11/2021
It has been estimated that there are several thousand Americans living in Myanmar. Living in Myanmar is an incredible experience for a number of reasons, including the friendly locals, the quality of life, the landscapes and beaches, and the culture and cuisine. As an American expatriate living in Myanmar though, what exactly do you need […]
09/03/2020
Living abroad is an incredible adventure that inevitably broadens our horizons and minds, thanks to the perspective we gain from living in a foreign country and experiencing a new culture. American expats still have to file US taxes however, as well as comply with the tax rules in their host country. This is because […]