07/04/2026
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 […]
10/05/2025
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 […]
10/05/2025
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 […]
10/05/2025
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 […]
11/17/2025
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 […]
07/04/2026
*Note: The figures noted as the financial requirements should be confirmed directly with the appropriate Spanish government website at your time of application. This is because Spain is raising the minimum wage threshold, which will impact the associated financial requirements for digital nomads. The Spain digital nomad visa offers an exciting opportunity for US citizens […]
10/05/2025
If you’re an expat, chances are you’ve toyed with the idea of moving your retirement account overseas with you. But how do you do it, and what does it mean for your taxes and reporting requirements? The financial implication of moving your US retirement account overseas will depend on, among other things, the type of […]
10/05/2025
When most people think about income taxes, they think about the taxes that are automatically withheld from their paycheck — or, if they’re self-employed, the quarterly tax estimates they pay to the government based on their expected earnings. While that does make up one component of income taxes, it’s not the only one. It’s important […]
11/17/2025
It stands to reason that those living in the US count as residents for tax purposes. But did you know that those who frequently visit for work may be subject to US taxes, too? To know exactly what your obligations are, you’ll need to understand the difference between a nonresident alien vs. a resident alien […]
10/07/2025
Moving to a new country (though rewarding!) comes with many challenges. Beyond finding a new place to live, the move may involve adapting to a new culture, building a new social or professional network, and in some instances, opening a foreign bank account to manage your finances while abroad. Opening a foreign bank account isn’t […]