Many Australians end up living or working overseas as an expat for some or all of the year, at the same time as maintaining their Australian residency for tax purposes. For many, part of living or working abroad means that they have a bank account …
Expats – the importance of communities
We all live in them and many times take them for granted; these are our local communities. Whether it be your street, your immediate neighbours, your work team or colleagues, your social club, fitness club, or online communities, the list of possible communities that we …
ATO sounds warnings over crypto trading and tax avoidance
One of the best things about being an expat is the freedom to pursue the life you want beyond the borders of your homeland. That freedom is also one of the big attractions of investing in cryptocurrencies, which are free from the traditional strictures for …
4 Things your expat insurance policy should cover
Moving abroad is stressful. Even for the most experienced expat, the journey is filled with unknowns. That’s why it’s essential to purchase a comprehensive expat insurance policy to cover you during your time overseas. However, not all insurance policies are the same. To clear up …
5 tips for helping kids adjust to expat life
Relocating overseas and adjusting to expat life can be stressful for parents, and even more so for children. Moving away from everything and everyone they know, starting at a new school in an unfamiliar country can be scary. However, there are simple ways to help …
Your key checklist as an expat moving overseas
Are you an expat moving overseas? Are you ready to relocate to a new country? Moving abroad can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. Between packing up your house, saying goodbye to friends and preparing for your new job, there’s a lot to think about. Will …
How to solve 3 common expat anxieties before you move
If you have made the decision to move overseas and become an Australian expat, you are no doubt feeling a mixture of nerves and excitement. Starting a new life abroad can be thrilling, but often the anxiety of leaving your familiar life behind can overshadow …
5 things to consider before you become an expat
Are you relocating or planning to relocate overseas for work? While broadening your life experience and exposing you to new things, moving overseas is also quite daunting. For a smooth transition, here are the top five things you should keep in mind before you become …
Avoid tax headaches when moving overseas
Whether you’re looking for a chance to travel, moving for work, or are simply seeking a lifestyle change, the prospect of moving abroad is exciting. While it’s hard not to get caught up in the excitement of moving overseas, seeking the advice of a financial …
Capital Gains Tax changes to affect thousands of Aussie expats
Following on from our update last week about, we’ve decided to summarise not only the key changes, but we’ve incorporated various comments about these harsh new changes to the main residence exemption from well respected tax professionals and Australian tax commentators. What’s changing? Australian expatriates …
