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5 Reasons to Become an Expat in Toronto

Toronto is the capital city of Ontario, Canada, and the fifth-largest city in North America. It is a treat for anyone who becomes an expat in Toronto. It is one of the most impeccable cities in the world. Every aspect of Toronto is commendable, from ...

5 Disadvantages of Dual Citizenship for Expatriates

Dual citizenship means that a person is a citizen of two countries at the same time. Even though the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of dual citizenship, it is important to know the cons before choosing this complex status. Drawbacks of dual pa...

10 Fantastic Reasons to Make Spain Your Home

If you are pondering a new life in the sun, then it is a great option to make Spain your home. Beautiful cities, a vibrant culture, and welcoming people mean that whether you are a retiree or whether you’re moving the whole family, then you can int...

Top 6 Tips for Settling in a Foreign Country as an Expat

Settling in a foreign country can be quite challenging, especially in the initial days. Don’t get overwhelmed. Instead, calm yourself and try to adapt to your new abode's new culture and the environment with a strong will. Within a few weeks, you w...

4 Best Ways for US Expats to Reduce Their US Tax Bill

Learn the Best Way for US Expats to Reduce their US Tax Bill American citizens and green card holders living abroad have to keep filing US taxes every year, however, there are strategies available that they can use to reduce their US income tax bill...

Living Abroad and haven’t filed your US tax returns in years

The IRS stepped up its enforcement of America’s citizenship based taxation system requiring all US citizens and green card holders to file US taxes on their worldwide income regardless of where they live. The IRS also realized that it needed to...

Renouncing U.S. citizenship or giving up a green card: why and how to consider it

By Alex Marino JD, LLM (US TAX) and Kevin Kirkpatrick JD, MBA, MPA, BAThe United Kingdom and the United States share a strong bond, and U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status allows access to the largest economy in the world. Why would...

5 Inspiring Reads for Would-Be Expat Entrepreneurs

Many people move overseas with no clear idea of what they will do when they get there. Perhaps they relocate as part of a partner’s career move or simply wish to experience life in a new country for a while. Many such expats find inspiration while ...

US taxes – The critical differences between the FBAR and Form 8938

In recent years, the US government has implemented new measures to crack down on US expats evading their tax obligations. The newest development is in the form of the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA). This act is designed to help identify t...

Expat Interview: Penning a Future in Zurich

Today we meet Jim Haberkorn, a US-born expat who experienced life in South Africa and the US before settling in Zurich, a city that has stolen his heart.Here Jim shares some interesting insights into how to make your life as an expatriate ove...