A few days ago I had some errands to run. It was time to pay for cable, internet and cell phone and we needed groceries. We also needed to replenish our cash reserves at the trusty ATM. The cab dropped us off next to our preferred bank's ATM, and my husband whipped out his card and stepped up … [Read more...] about Why Expats Need a Local Bank Account
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Expat Tax, Tips and Traps
Guest Post from expat CPA Diane Siriani Every day we get questions about the expat tax rules and are always amazed how each situation is always a little different and has a different hurdle to cross. Here are some quick answers to those common difficult questions that come up on a regular … [Read more...] about Expat Tax, Tips and Traps
Expats, Prepare and Beware the Tax Man
Dear Future Expats, This is not the column I had planned for today. However, when I got this letter in my mailbox yesterday, I knew I had to share it with you ASAP. It's from Leif Simon of Live & Invest Overseas. I'll have a few further comments at the end. . . "The IRS is grabbing … [Read more...] about Expats, Prepare and Beware the Tax Man
Escapists: Economic
Economic Escapists Like me, these folks want to leave a more expensive country for a cheaper one. Many of these are retirees who, like myself, simply can’t afford to retire comfortably in their native land and don’t want to work until they drop. There are also many economic escapists who are … [Read more...] about Escapists: Economic