08/21/2025
Ask any American living abroad what keeps them up at night, and double taxation is right up there with jet lag and missing decent bagels. As a U.S. citizen, resident alien, or self-employed global adventurer, the IRS expects you to report your worldwide income—even if you earn every penny in a foreign country. Enter the […]
08/19/2025
For Americans living or investing abroad, double taxation can feel like paying for the same cup of coffee—twice. Thanks to U.S. tax law, you’re on the hook for taxes not just on your U.S. income, but on your worldwide earnings too. Add in a foreign country’s tax bill and you’ve got the makings of a […]
08/15/2025
It’s the world’s most surprising membership: “accidental Americans.” These are people who hold U.S. citizenship—sometimes without even realizing it—and suddenly find themselves caught up in a global game of tax tag. Maybe you were born during a family layover in New York, or you inherited American citizenship from a parent, even though you’ve spent your […]
08/13/2025
Got a stake in a company outside the U.S.? Then Form 8992 is about to become your new paperwork frenemy. This IRS form is what U.S. shareholders use to report certain types of foreign business income—especially if you own part of a controlled foreign corporation (CFC). If you’re a business owner, part of a U.S. […]
08/03/2025
Looking for housing in Australia? Get ready for a wild ride: open houses that feel like speed dating, rentals snapped up faster than a flat white, and a housing system that’s equal parts familiar and surprising. For American expats, finding the right place can be both an adventure and a crash course in Aussie life. […]
08/03/2025
From sun-drenched beaches to cities obsessed with good coffee, it’s no wonder U.S. expats (and plenty of renters) are eyeing real estate in Australia. Whether you’re dreaming of a family home, a Sydney apartment, or dipping into commercial property, the Aussie market has options for every taste. Sydney and Melbourne top the charts for big-city […]
08/03/2025
If you thought learning to drive on the left was a culture shock, just wait until you navigate healthcare in Australia. From the moment you touch down, you’ll notice Aussies are pretty proud of their health system—and with good reason. The government takes healthcare seriously, with policies that focus on access, prevention, and keeping the […]
08/03/2025
If you’re an American living abroad, “double taxation” probably ranks right up there with lost luggage and surprise Zoom calls in the middle of the night. Double taxation is when you end up paying taxes on the same income—first to the country where you earn it, and then again to the U.S., just for being […]
07/21/2025
The Australian income tax system looks familiar on the surface, but there are important differences for anyone coming from the U.S. The financial year here runs from July to June, and your tax rate depends on how much you earn, with a tiered bracket system rather than a single rate. For expats and foreign residents, […]
07/21/2025
There’s something magnetic about Australia’s sunshine, wide-open spaces, and habit of turning every meal into a barbecue. It’s not just the koalas and coral reefs—lately, more Americans are packing up for Sydney, Adelaide, or Queensland’s endless summer in search of a slower pace, friendly faces, and jobs that come with actual vacation days. Of course, […]