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U.S. Expat Retirement in Europe: A Looming Tax Storm?
How Much Is too Much to Pay In Taxes? For the millions of Americans retired or retiring across Europe, financial planning has long been a balancing act between local tax laws and the unique demands of the U.S. tax system. Favorable regimes, like Portugal's recently ended Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) program, have offered years of stability and significant savings.
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Sep 126 min read


Social Security for US Expats: Will the Rules Change? (2025)
Your Social Security Abroad: The Rules, The Rumors, and What You Can Actually Control.
Let's talk about the single biggest financial question that lands in our inbox. It’s a one-two punch of worry that can stop a beautiful dream in its tracks. This is a huge deal. Your benefits are the financial bedrock of your retirement, and uncertainty around them is paralyzing. So, let’s tackle both parts of this fear head-on, and then talk about the only mindset that will actually get yo
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Aug 34 min read


🌍 How to Outsmart the Exchange Rate
Struggling with today’s exchange rates? Learn how to manage international money transfers smartly—even when the USD is down. This guide covers timing your exchange, protecting large transfers, and using tools to avoid losing thousands. Perfect for anyone moving abroad or funding overseas accounts.
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Jun 155 min read


America’s Man-Made Crisis:
How Tariff Wars Are Threatening Your Future —
and What You Can Do About It
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Apr 295 min read


Renting in Portugal in 2025: What Americans Really Need to Know (That No One Tells You)
Renting in Portugal in 2025 can be challenging, especially for Americans unfamiliar with the local process. From understanding legal lease requirements to dealing with limited inventory and landlord preferences, this guide explains what to expect, what’s changed, and how to successfully secure a rental for your move abroad. Learn the key differences and how to avoid common mistakes.
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Apr 255 min read


Portugal Taxes, NHR 2.0- Everything You Wanted to Know It'll Be Fun
Portugal Taxes - Here's the basics on the new NHR 2.0. See if you qualify for tax savings.
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Feb 74 min read


Americans Are Embracing Life Abroad: How to Move with Purpose
Many Americans Are Moving Abroad, It's important that we choose well and make a positive impact.
Leslie
Jan 243 min read


Navigating the Pitfalls: What Not to Do When Planning to Move Abroad
Moving Abroad What You Need To Know and How To Do It!
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May 8, 20243 min read


Building Your Portfolio, Financial Independence, It'll Be Fun!
Maybe you've reached a point where you're ready to embark on your investment journey independently...
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Apr 1, 20242 min read


The Greatest Gamble: Confronting Risk in Retirement Planning
During a lifelong pursuit of financial security with the goal of a comfortable retirement, we often focus on external factors like market...
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Mar 17, 20243 min read


Spain For Lifetime or How About A 3 Month Stay
Are you dreaming of a retirement filled with sunshine, culture, and a leisurely pace? Look no further than Spain, where the enchanting...
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Feb 23, 20242 min read


Retiring Smartly: How We Overcame Fears and Flourished on a Modest Budget Abroad
Retire on a budget and truly create your dream. It can be done.
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Feb 9, 20242 min read


Then Vs. Now, Why Did I Wait So Long
Throughout my life, spanning over the last 50 years, a typical day for me consisted of waking up, donning my reliable mechanics uniform,...
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Jul 5, 20233 min read
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