Financial insights for U.S. Expats living and working in Europe.
What is Net Investment Income Tax? (And Can Expats Avoid It?)
In this article, we define the types of income that qualify as net investment income (NII) and break out the qualifying income thresholds based on filing status. We also present a high-level overview of strategies that may be used to mitigate NIIT and answer a few common questions. Updated November 2023!
US Expat Taxes: How to File from Abroad in 6 Simple Steps
As an American, filing US taxes while living abroad can be challenging if you don't know where to start. That's why we wrote this handy guide!
US Tax Extension for Expats (Updated for 2024)
Many US expats require tax extension requests, it takes a lot of time and energy to request and collect your foreign documents. If you were abroad on April 18, 2024, you received an automatic extension through June 17, 2024. If you need more time, follow these instructions to obtain an extension through October 16, 2024.
2024 US Tax Planning for Expats
The 2024 US tax season officially opened on January 29, 2024. Are you ready? Review key pointers to keep yourself organized and save time & money.
Navigating the Switzerland Tax Rate as a Foreigner
Navigating taxes in Switzerland as an American will feel different from taxes in the US, so we've compiled this guide full of the latest information. Think of it as your crash course in Swiss taxes, created by and for expats.
Understanding the Final Pillar of the Swiss Pension System: Pillar 3a and 3b
As the third of a three-part series, this article will dive into the first pillar of the Swiss pension system. See Pillar 1 and Pillar 2.
The Swiss Pension System Explained: Pillar 2
As the second of a three-part series, this article will dive into the first pillar of the Swiss pension system. See also Pillar 1 and Pillar 3.
New U.S-Swiss FATCA IGA Compels Cross-Border Strategy Review
U.S. banks affected by the transition from Model 2 to Model 1 under the US/Swiss FATCA intergovernmental agreement should carefully review their reporting obligations.
2023 U.S. Expat Tax Organizer
Navigating the ins and outs of US tax filing while living abroad may seem like a daunting task, but fear not – we've got your back! Download our 2023 U.S. expat tax organizer to prepare for tax season.