Note: This blog is our personal view on the best service providers for expats. We make no money on referring customers to these services. When we decided to move to Costa Rica, it was going to be my sixth international move and sixth country in ten years. I’d been lucky through all the previous moves […]
Are you looking for help moving abroad? Speak with an international relocation specialist by reaching out to [email protected]. Moving abroad is both incredibly exciting and incredibly daunting. It can be difficult to get accurate information, and then feel confident you know how to move forward, across a few key areas. One of the critical questions […]
Are you looking for help moving abroad? Speak with an international relocation specialist by reaching out to [email protected]. One of the most daunting aspects of relocating abroad is the uncertainty around managing health needs. Many countries have quality healthcare at much more affordable rates than the US. But navigating a foreign, often bureaucratic, healthcare system, […]
Note: This blog is our personal view on the best service providers for expats. We make no money on referring customers to these services. I’ve lived outside of the U.S. as an American expat for nine years now, but I have never opened a foreign bank account. As you might imagine, that means I […]
Kam C. is a budget travel and holistic wellness blogger who enjoys sharing stories through her (mis) adventures. She is a native Michigander and travel enthusiast, having been to 25 states and 19 countries. Her experiences and a drive to better herself, opened the door to immerse herself in cultural exchanges. Her website connects travel and […]
Are you looking for help moving abroad? Speak with an international relocation specialist by reaching out to [email protected]. We are constantly surprised by how quickly Frijolita, the little street dog we adopted, became the central figure of our household. Before Frijolita, everything revolved around Ozzy the cat. Your dog or cat isn’t just a pet, […]
The author of this article moved to Lisbon in 2015, and now lives there full time. I never dreamed that I would move to Portugal. When I had to select international programs to spend semesters at during my MA studies, I didn’t even include Portugal on the list. Even when my program insisted that […]
StartAbroad, an international relocation specialist, offers advice for individuals considering moving abroad, including retirees, digital nomads, and remote business owners. They provide a series of guiding questions concerning climate preferences, proximity to others, required amenities, preferred daily activities, suitable communities, language capabilities, specific needs related to job, health, or kids, and setting priorities among these. StartAbroad also offers free consultation services and a comprehensive package for hassle-free relocation. They also recommend expats to consider lifestyle preferences and necessities when identifying an ideal location abroad.
StartAbroad.com offers guidance on minimizing tax burdens for U.S. individuals planning to live abroad. Main strategies include utilizing the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE), which necessitates passing either the Physical Presence Test or the Bona Fide Resident Test. Additionally, there are ways to claim Foreign Housing Exclusions or Deductions, use Foreign Tax Credits, and it’s recommended to seek professional input to maximize savings.
If you’re considering relocating internationally, StartAbroad recommends answering eight critical questions before the move. These questions cover: previous time spent in the destination country, income plans, budgeting realistically, residency or citizenship plans, understanding medical needs, plans for efficient money transfer, strategies for minimizing global tax burden, and securing accommodation for the first week after arrival. StartAbroad offers consultation services to help manage these issues and ensure a smooth relocation process.
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