One of the most common questions we hear from Americans moving or living abroad is: what should I do about my US retirement accounts. Expats who work abroad also often consider contributing to local retirement accounts. All these decisions should be considered in the...
When looking to invest, Americans living in Europe often consider EU-domiciled ETFs. This is often because their local bank or advisor recommends them. They’re local, denominated in Euros (which expats often earn and definitely spend in), are widely available, easily...
Reviewed by Abbey Zheng, CFA, CPA For many Americans living in or connected to Europe, investing locally can feel like a natural choice. You bank in Europe, live and perhaps earn in Euros, and you may want to have investments close to home. ...
From April 13, 2026, the cost of renouncing US citizenship is dropping from $2,350 to $450. For many Americans living abroad, this significant reduction will bring the topic back into focus. While for most, the decision to renounce is shaped by identity, tax exposure...
Retiring in France evokes visions of long market mornings in village squares, watching the world go by from Parisian or Mediterranean cafes, unhurried lunches that stretch into the afternoon, and a slower, more measured pace of life. Alongside the dream, France also...
Portugal is among the most popular destinations for Americans thinking about retiring in Europe, offering an alluring blend of good climate, healthcare, cost of living, lifestyle, friendly locals, and a time zone an hour closer to the US than most of Europe. A...
For Americans living in Europe, financial planning rarely fits into neat categories. Life abroad tends to evolve gradually rather than follow a fixed plan, and what begins as a temporary move often stretches into a longer-term plan. Conversely, what feels permanent at...
Millions of Americans dream of buying property in Europe. Whether your ideal home is a pied-à-terre in Paris, a villa in Tuscany, or a flat in Barcelona, if you need financing, it’s important to understand your options and how mortgages in Europe differ from in the...
EuroAmerican Financial Advisors is proud to announce that we have received the Highly Commended Award at the 2025 FEM EMMA EMEA Awards in the category of Best Banking, Tax or Financial Services Provider of the Year. The FEM EMMA Awards celebrate companies that deliver...
If you’re an American planning to work remotely in Europe in 2026, several European countries now offer Digital Nomad visas, including Spain, Portugal, Malta, Greece, Italy, and Germany. While each country sets its own eligibility and income requirements, common...
Shane Clark is President of EuroAmerican Financial Advisors and holds the European Financial Planner (EFP) designation, specializing in financial planning and investment advice for Americans moving to or living in Europe. Shane has over 10 years of cross-border financial advisory experience, has been an expat for 15 years, and holds an MSc in Financial Economics and an MPhil in Economics from the University of Strathclyde.
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