08/04/2023
Year after year, more and more US retirees buy property in Panama and joyfully expatriate from the US. In addition to its obvious appeal (think pristine beaches and a thriving expat community), there’s also the potential for a property purchase to be an excellent investment for foreign real estate investors. The country’s geographically and diplomatically […]
04/04/2023
Living abroad as a US expat comes with awesome “I can’t believe this is my life” experiences. But, it also comes with an increased need for organization when it comes to household administration. Staying on top of necessary administrative tasks, such as maintaining organized records and tracking expenses, can be challenging. Although it can be […]
12/07/2022
Doesn’t it feel like everyone’s moving to Portugal these days? More and more often, you see news articles about Americans relocating to Portugal, LinkedIn posts announcing a move to Portugal, or photos on Instagram from expats documenting their day-to-day life and travels in Portugal. Tempted to shake things up and join them? We’ve got good […]
11/14/2022
At first glance, the term “Accidental Americans” doesn’t make a whole lot of sense — after all, how do you become an American by happenstance? But the truth is, Accidental Americans are surprisingly common. One banking organization put the figure at around 110,000, which is believed to be a very conservative estimate. As American persons, […]
10/27/2022
The COVID-19 pandemic hit many families hard financially, with countless businesses closing and people losing their jobs during lockdowns. On top of that, according to USDA data, raising a middle-class child from birth to 17 years old (after adjusting for inflation) costs around $286,000. That’s up from $233,610 back in 2015. Given these challenging times, […]
10/11/2022
There’s never been a better time to become a US expat. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, more companies than ever are willing to hire remote workers and/or allow their current employees to work remotely. But moving to another country means so much more than having a new address — it’s a truly life-changing […]
10/07/2022
Research shows that more and more Americans are feeling tempted to explore life in another country. According to research by the University of Kent, over 33% of Americans aspire to move overseas in the future. As remote work becomes more mainstream, many Americans now have the opportunity to travel abroad while working remotely and explore […]
01/12/2022
Due to the increased availability of work-from-anywhere jobs, more and more Americans are choosing to live and work abroad. Given the many benefits of raising children abroad, such as a lower cost of living, great schools and public services, and foreign language and cultural immersion, it’s no surprise that many of these folks are parents. […]
11/30/2021
It has been estimated that there are 15,000 Americans living in Honduras. Living in Honduras is an incredible experience for a variety of reasons, including the culture, the friendly locals, the beaches, the climate, and the landscapes. As an American expatriate living in Honduras though, what exactly do you need to know regarding filing US […]
11/30/2021
It has been estimated that there are several thousand Americans living in Ireland. Living in Ireland is an incredible experience for a number of reasons, including the friendly locals, the incredible landscapes, the charming culture, not to mention easy access to the rest of Europe. As an American expatriate living in Ireland though, what exactly […]