In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes,’ Benjamin Franklin, one of the most revered founding fathers of the United States, famously observed. Far be it from the...
How Does Renouncing Affect My US Estate Tax Exposure at Death?
The number of people who renounce their US citizenship is growing each year. But why do so many choose to leave the Land of the Free? There are many reasons. Some...
The Death of the Tax Fairness for Americans Abroad Act
Dateline: Bogota, Colombia The United States is well known as effectively being the only country in the world to follow its citizens wherever they go and not only tax them but...
Canada Capital Gains Tax: How it Works
Beneath Canada’s welcoming exterior lies a tax system that quietly drains personal and investment wealth through ordinary income, estate and capital gains taxes. For...
Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate in the United States
For most people, buying a home is the single largest financial commitment they'll ever make – and often, one of the most stressful. Yet, for many US citizens, home ownership...
Expat Tax Planning for Citizens Leaving Australia in 2025
More and more Aussies are choosing to vote with their feet and leave Australia for good in search of a better deal elsewhere. Soaring living costs, a deepening housing crisis and...
Do I Have to Pay US Taxes on the Sale of My Primary Residence?
To most people, a home represents far more than four walls, a collection of rooms and, if you're lucky, a plot of land. Your home is famously your ‘castle’, to quote 17th-century...
How to Live in Italy and Pay Low Taxes
The heavenly aroma from Rome’s Pasticceria, the eclectic mix of art, fashion and awe-inspiring architecture, the endless varieties of gelato and sublime pasta dishes – time spent...
California Capital Gains Tax in 2025: The Ultimate Guide
When most people think of California, capital gains tax rates don’t automatically spring to mind. Usually, people picture sunshine, beaches and that famously easy-going...
Taxation of Non-Residents in Spain
In a perfect world, non-residents of any country would not incur any tax liability in that jurisdiction. In our imperfect world, being a non-resident in one country and a tax...
Taxes for Non-Residents in South Africa: The Ultimate Guide 2025
South Africa is a residence‐based tax system. If tax reduction is an objective, you can reduce your tax liability as a non‐resident. Our comprehensive South African tax guide...
Taxes in Germany for Non-Residents: The Ultimate Guide
This article looks at taxes in Germany for non-residents. We will look at how to become tax non-resident in Germany and what the benefits are. We also look at some of the broader...
Bahamas Residency by Investment: Live a Tax Free Life
What do you get when you mix a tax haven with a tropical haven? The Bahamas. With 700 islands, award-winning beaches, and almost no taxes, the Bahamas offers a life that is a...
How to Avoid Inheritance Tax: What You Need to Know
Like many financially successful people, you may have generational wealth to pass on to your kids. But the tragedy is that not only do you have to pay taxes during your lifetime,...
What is GILTI Tax and How Can You Reduce It?
Dateline: Bogota, Colombia Tax reform in the United States is a dangerous business. Before the highly anticipated “Trump Tax Reform” was finalized in 2017, there was talk of...
Form 3520: US Taxes on Gifts and Inheritances
You’ve probably heard the expression that ‘the only two things certain in life are death and taxes’. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) works very hard to make the latter...
Offshore Life Insurance: The Last ‘Tax Shelter’ for US Citizens
When it comes to taxes, US citizens get a raw deal. Not only do they have to pay tax on their worldwide income, but they have to pay it regardless of whether or not they...
Form 8833: How to Claim Income Tax Treaty Benefits
This article explores how to take advantage of the provisions in tax treaties to reduce your taxes on foreign-earned income. Say you’re a six- or seven-figure US-based...
The Tax Consequences of Renouncing US Citizenship
Renouncing US citizenship is a life-changing decision that comes with both significant responsibilities and potential rewards. For those considering this bold move,...
Tax Strategies for Filing Taxes When Married to a Non-US Citizen
For most people who meet the love of their life overseas, taxes are probably the last thing on their minds. But Nomad Capitalists are not most people. You already know...
