Finance
Now that you’re navigating the world of finance, taxes, superannuation, and 401K in two countries, you’ll want to know about choosing an accountant and how financial systems work in both countries.
Why you need a good credit score in the US (and the best way to start building a great one)
If you’re new to the US, you have your hands full adjusting to your new life. It’s temptingly easy to ignore your credit. But that would be a mistake, and here’s why. In the US, your credit score is a big deal - it’s a measure of your financial credibility and general...
Australian Expat Tax in the US – advice from the experts
Never underestimate the unbridled joy involved in navigating the US tax system. It seems like a foregone conclusion if you were to judge solely on the sheer number of US tax-related threads started by expats in Facebook groups and communities across the country each...
Opening a US bank account for non-residents
Opening a US bank account can be a little tricky for expats who don’t have a Social Security Number, but it’s not impossible. If you know what you’re doing, and what banks need from you, it can be one of the easiest parts of setting up life in the US. From starting...
Tips for finding an accountant to support your (Australian and) USA tax obligations
If you had a relatively simple tax return to complete each year in Australia (before moving to the USA), you may have muddled your way through the ATO’s tax pack or online tax return forms or used a tax preparation chain (think H&R block). Now that you have moved...
Paying off HELP or TSL debts while working overseas
You've wracked up a healthy HELP, HECS or TSL debt getting that fancy-pants degree or trade that helped you move overseas to work in the first place. And we all know that the delightful Australian Tax Office (ATO) works off your Aussie income to decree how much you're...
3 Tax Issues Every Australian Moving to the USA Should Know
Guest Article by Craig Joslin, Founder of The Australian Expat Investor – A website with a treasure trove of informative articles to help Australian Expats Build Their Wealth While Living Abroad. Get Craig’s free ebook at http://www.austexpatinvestor.com. As an expat...
