Financial insights for U.S. Expats living and working in Europe.
Understanding Health Insurance in Germany: A Guide for U.S. Expats
Moving to Germany from the U.S. brings many exciting opportunities, but navigating the country's healthcare system can be complex. Germany boasts a universal multi-payer healthcare system, ensuring that all residents have access to medical services. This guide aims to provide U.S. expats with a comprehensive overview of how health insurance works in Germany.
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What is an ID.me Account? Easing Expat Access to U.S. Accounts
Establishing and effectively managing online accounts with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) is fundamental to living abroad as an American. We cover how to use ID.me to make online access easier.
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What is Currency Risk (and How Can U.S. Expats Manage It?)
Expats have special considerations around foreign currency risk management due to their globally mobile lifestyle. In this article, we break down FX risk, addressing primary concerns and, broadly, how to navigate this complex landscape.
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What Windfall Elimination Provision Repeal Means for U.S. Expats
The long-anticipated Windfall Elimination Provision repeal is now official, bringing major changes for millions of Americans receiving Social Security—especially U.S. expats with foreign pension income. This article breaks down how the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision affects retirees abroad, what changes to expect in monthly benefits, and what the end of the WEP means for future Social Security planning.
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US Tax Extension for Expats (Updated for 2024)
Many US expats require tax extension requests, it takes a lot of time and energy to request and collect your foreign documents. If you were abroad on April 18, 2024, you received an automatic extension through June 17, 2024. If you need more time, follow these instructions to obtain an extension through October 16, 2024.
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U.S. Expatriate Taxation: How to File From Abroad in 6 Steps
As an American, filing U.S. taxes while living abroad can be challenging if you don't know where to start. U.S. expatriate taxes involve careful cross-border planning to ensure that you aren't being double taxed and your taxation is optimized for your location. This guide has been updated for 2025 to help you successfully navigate U.S. expat tax season.
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Switzerland Tax Rate Breakdown for Foreigners – 2025 Guide
Navigating taxes in Switzerland as an American will feel different from taxes in the US, so we've compiled this guide full of the latest information. Think of it as your crash course in Swiss taxes, created by and for expats.
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Strategic Expat Retirement Planning for US Pension Account Holders
Planning for retirement as a U.S. taxpayer comes with layered financial and cross-border considerations.
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