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The Impact of Trump’s Tariffs For US Expat Investors in the EU
At the beginning of the month, President Trump announced tariffs on countries around the world, including a 20% tariff on imports from the EU. The impact of these tariffs has led to market volatility, as countries affected consider their responses and markets grapple...
Considerations for Americans Investing Overseas in Euros
Americans considering investing in Euros should weigh the potential benefits of exposure to Europe's diverse markets against risks including currency fluctuations, growth potential, and regulatory and tax regime differences. Understanding the intricacies of investing...
How to Invest in the US: A Guide for Europeans
US markets are the largest and most dynamic in the world, offering a wealth of opportunities for investors. If you're a European investor looking to invest in the US, you're in the right place. Whether you're interested in stocks, ETFs, mutual funds, or real estate,...
Does Portugal Have a Wealth Tax? A US Expats guide to AIMI
Unlike some other EU countries that impose a broad wealth tax, Portugal takes a more targeted approach. This means that instead of taxing overall net worth, it levies the Adicional ao Imposto Municipal sobre Imóveis (AIMI), which applies specifically to higher-value...
A Guide to Italy’s Wealth Taxes for Americans Moving to or Living in Italy
For Americans moving to or living in Italy, understanding the fundamentals of the Italian tax system is an essential aspect of financial planning. One particularly important aspect (and one that often surprises US expats) is that Italy taxes real estate and financial...
Greece’s Digital Nomad Visa – A Guide for American Remote Workers
As a US citizen, you can visit Greece visa-free for up to 90 days in a 180 day period on a tourist visa. However, this doesn’t permit you to live and work in Greece. Greece’s digital nomad visa, launched in 2021, allows American remote workers to stay in Greece for up...
Financial Planning Considerations for Americans with a Foreign Spouse Living in Europe
Love is one of the top reasons that Americans move abroad, and it’s no surprise that many expats find themselves navigating the complexities of cross-border financial planning when married to a non-US citizen. Living overseas as an American with a non-US citizen...
Modelo 720 Form for Americans Living in Spain – A Guide
If you're an American expat living in Spain, you’re probably already aware of many of the often complex US and Spanish tax and reporting requirements. One specific requirement that often causes confusion is Spain’s Modelo 720 form, Spain’s equivalent of the US FBAR...
Italy’s Digital Nomad Visa – A Guide for American Remote Workers
With its world-class cuisine, culture, cities, coasts, fashion, and history, and now a newly introduced digital nomad visa, Italy now offers remote workers the chance to live and work in one of the world’s most iconic countries. Italy launched its Digital Nomad visa...
Investment Considerations for American Expats in Germany
Immersing yourself in the culture and beauty of Germany as an American expat can be an incredible experience. However, Americans moving to Germany will face particular financial challenges, especially when it comes to making investment decisions. In this article, we...
Investment Considerations for American Expats in Italy
Immersing in the culture and beauty of Italy as an American expat can be a life-changing adventure. However, Americans moving to Italy face distinctive financial challenges, particularly when it comes to investment decisions. In this article, we outline some essential...
Investment Considerations for Americans Living in the Netherlands
The Netherlands offers numerous attractions for American expats, including a high quality of life, excellent healthcare and infrastructure, and a robust economy. Another draw is the 30% tax ruling, which allows qualifying expats to receive 30% of their gross salary...
MiFID II and PRIIPs – How EU Rules Affect American Expat Investors
Since 2018, all EU residents, including US expats living within the EU, must adhere to new EU-wide regulations known as PRIIPs under MiFID II. These rules aim to enhance the transparency of financial products and protect EU resident investors. In this article, we...
Investment Considerations for American Expats in France
France is an ever-popular destination for Americans seeking a new life experience abroad, offering incredible history, landscapes and culture, a sophisticated cuisine, and a high quality of life. However, investing as an American in France comes with challenges due to...
Investment Strategies for Americans Living in Portugal
In recent years, partially thanks to great visa and tax break programs, Portugal has become a leading destination in Europe for US citizens seeking to move abroad. By 2022, nearly 10,000 Americans were residing in the country, representing a 239% increase since 2017,...