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Understanding Italy–UK taxes for British expats in Italy

Understanding Italy–UK taxes for British expats in Italy

This article provides an overview of how British individuals in Italy are taxed under Italian law and the UK–Italy Double Taxation Treaty. It outlines residency rules, differences between tax years, ...

Italy
Canadian mortgages for expats and non-residents

Canadian mortgages for expats and non-residents

Securing a mortgage in Canada as a non-resident or foreign national can be complex. This guide explains how residency status, lender requirements and provincial rules affect your ability to buy, what ...

Canada
UK–Canada taxes explained for British expats in Canada

UK–Canada taxes explained for British expats in Canada

This article explains how UK and Canadian taxes work for British expats moving to or living in Canada. It covers residency rules, the UK–Canada Double Tax Agreement, treatment of income, property and ...

Canada
7 banking tips for people moving and living abroad

7 banking tips for people moving and living abroad

Living and working abroad can transform how you manage your finances. This guide shares seven essential international banking tips for expats, from choosing the right offshore account and managing ...

Everywhere
Investing and Retiring in Canada for British Expats

Investing and Retiring in Canada for British Expats

A clear guide for British expats in Canada exploring how to manage investments and private pensions abroad. Understand the importance of risk appetite, how to structure cross-border portfolios and ...

Canada
Expat Wills: Creating a Will when living abroad

Expat Wills: Creating a Will when living abroad

Living abroad doesn’t remove the need for a UK Will, especially if you hold property, investments or pensions in the UK. This guide explains how to create or update a UK Will when you live overseas, ...

Everywhere
Transferring a UK pension to Australia: updated guide to ROPS, rules and risks

Transferring a UK pension to Australia: updated guide to ROPS, rules and risks

Transferring a UK pension to Australia can offer long-term benefits, but strict ROPS rules and tax conditions apply. This guide explains every step of the process, from eligibility and timing to ...

Australia
US/UK Dual Citizens: Tax Obligations, Filing Checklist and Timeline

US/UK Dual Citizens: Tax Obligations, Filing Checklist and Timeline

Many US/UK dual citizens, and even those who simply have a US parent or passport, don’t realise they may still have to file US tax returns while living in the UK. This guide explains how dual ...

USA
US and Italian Tax: What Americans Moving to Italy Need to Know

US and Italian Tax: What Americans Moving to Italy Need to Know

Americans relocating to Italy must manage both US and Italian tax systems, with worldwide income reporting, strict residency rules, and complex filing deadlines. This guide explains how the two ...

Italy
Financial Planning Guide for Americans Moving to Italy

Financial Planning Guide for Americans Moving to Italy

Italy offers an incredible lifestyle, but financial planning is essential for Americans moving abroad. This guide focuses on the most important areas: managing US investments, pensions and retirement ...

Italy
How could foreign exchange rates impact my life in the Eurozone?

How could foreign exchange rates impact my life in the Eurozone?

For Americans moving to the Eurozone, the euro–dollar exchange rate plays a big role in daily life. Even a small shift can change your income, savings, or property costs by thousands over time. This ...

Wealth Management for Americans Moving to Germany

Wealth Management for Americans Moving to Germany

Moving to Germany as an American creates unique wealth management challenges. This guide explains how US and German financial systems differ, the hidden risks of PFIC investments, advisor and ...

Germany
US and German Taxes for Americans in Germany

US and German Taxes for Americans in Germany

This article explains how the German and US tax systems interact, from filing annual US tax returns to understanding German taxes. It also outlines the role of the double tax treaty, common pitfalls ...

Germany
US Tax Advice for UK Residents | Avoid Double Taxation & Speak to a Specialist

US Tax Advice for UK Residents | Avoid Double Taxation & Speak to a Specialist

Tax obligations for American expats living anywhere in the world can be a incredibly complex and for those living in the UK it is no different. Here's our detailed guide that outlines your tax ...

United Kingdom
Accidental Americans: Tax Obligations, IRS Amnesty and the Streamlining Process Explained

Accidental Americans: Tax Obligations, IRS Amnesty and the Streamlining Process Explained

Discovering you are an “Accidental American” can be unsettling, especially when you learn that U.S. tax obligations apply even if you have never lived in the United States. This guide explains what ...

Everywhere

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