Below you'll find a list of all posts from 2016
Update – 9th May 2017: Please note that the Australian government handed down it’s 2017 Australian Federal budget today, with proposals to stop non-residents from being able to access the main residence capital gains tax exemption (discussed in our original article below) from 9th May …
Moving and living abroad as an expat is regarded by most who take the plunge as nothing short of an adventure. But that’s not to say it’s a decision that is to be taken lightly. To do it right, you’ll need to plan well from …
The cost of living when moving overseas can certainly be expensive, and even more so if you don’t plan efficiently. Becoming an expat in a foreign place is daunting enough without having to worry about money issues. The best way to avoid any money related …
Expats and bank accounts, the options can be confusing. When you go on a holiday overseas, a bank or credit card that works anywhere in the world is typically all that you need! But if you’re going overseas to work or live, it’s a slightly …
So, you’ve done it. You’ve committed to the move to the USA: for the adventure, for the fun, for the money, for whatever reason. You’ve got your visa issues handled, and now you’re looking into what else you’ll need to adjust before migrating to the …
Update – 9th May 2017: Please note that the Australian government handed down it’s 2017 Australian Federal budget today, with proposals to reduce the HELP debt repayment thresholds. It is expected that this will catch significantly more expats in the HELP debt repayment loop, than …
If you were living as an expat in a foreign country and have just relocated back to Australia, when you file your next Australian tax return you will need to report your overseas income. All your foreign employment wages need to be reported on this …
With the unrest in Europe, many Australian expats are looking to return to Australia. Expats who are seeking to buy a residence in Australia though are finding that tougher lending guidelines are a restriction. However, expats with Australian rental property may be better off. Australian …
Becoming an expat in a new land can be stressful, and even more so if you are preparing your children for a move overseas. You might worry about how your children will fit into their new environment, if they will make friends and whether they …
The overseas move you’re about to embark on marks a new and exciting phase in your life. Yet making sure everything is in order before the move, then trying to settle in and adjust to a new house, job and language in a completely different …
