Unless you’ve been under a rock for the past few weeks, the end of 2017 has been all about Bitcoin. While the last few hours have seen the price drop a little, the value of the leading ‘cryptocurrency’ has actually been skyrocketing. Bitcoin may be …
Super-yacht crew – is my income tax-free?
Leaving Australia to join the crew of a super-yacht or cruise ship somewhere overseas may sound exciting, but it’s actually increasingly popular. More and more Aussie expats are saying ‘no’ to that traditional gig in an English pub, and ‘yes’ to cruising the Mediterranean on …
How the changes to Foreign Resident Capital Gains Withholding Tax impacts expats
If you’re considering selling any Australian real estate, take some time to think about how the sale could impact your taxes particularly in light of recent tax changes introduced by the Australian federal government. If you’re an Australian expat that’s thinking about selling your property …
Tax issues to consider when moving back to Australia
Moving back home after working overseas for a long time can be a hectic and exciting time for many former residents of Australia. However, there’s some important tax issues to consider when moving back to Australia, issues that you should perhaps consider before getting tied …
Guide to becoming an expat
So you’re thinking of becoming an expat but aren’t certain what to expect? Here’s a guide with vital information for travellers to better prepare you for your experience. Leaving Arranging your method of transport to your new country is one of the simplest things you …
Helping your spouse to adapt to life overseas as an expat partner
Working overseas as an expat worker can be a good alternative to working on a FIFO (fly in fly out) roster for many workers in remote locations. However, if your partner or spouse is not working in the new country, it can be quite hard …
Relocating to Australia after working overseas: some tax issues to consider
Moving home after spending time as an expat can be both exciting and daunting. On one hand, you can look forward to catching up with friends, speaking your own language and familiar surroundings. On the other hand, settling back in can be challenging and, if …
4 expat tax myths debunked
The number one thing many Aussie expats get wrong is to assume too much. Often, life-changing decisions about leaving the country and setting up somewhere else are done over a pint or three at the pub – and based on assumptions that may turn out …
A guide to Chilean tax for Australian expatriates
Due to Chile’s robust mining sector, it is a popular location for Australian expatriates to head on a work assignment. Unfortunately, much of the local information on taxation is written in Spanish, which can be confusing even for relatively confident Spanish readers as it contains …
Do my insurance policies cover me when I’m overseas?
While making the decision to live and work overseas can offer some fantastic cultural and financial benefits, it’s important to be aware of any changes that can come into effect when you become an expat, such as whether or not you’ll be able to claim …