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Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 155 - Answering Australian Expat QuestionsWelcome to the one hundred fifty fifth episode of the #ExpatChat podcast, where we explore the latest tax and financial issues affecting #AustralianExpats. In this episode, Atlas Wealth Group’s Managing Directors, Brett Evans and James Harper host a discussion on Answering Australian Expat Financial Questions. Specifically, they review questions from Facebook group, "Australian Expat Financial Forum".
Throughout the episode, Brett & James cover key topics such as mortgage options for expats, forward exchange rate locks, brokerage accounts for global ETFs, medical insurance, and US tax implications for superannuation. They also provide clear guidance for expats navigating these financial matters, noting that...
2025-09-2623 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 146 - Expats Managing Compensation SchemesExpat Chat Episode 146 - Expats Managing Compensation Schemes
Welcome to the one hundred and forty sixth episode of the #Expatchat podcasts, where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat. In this episode, Atlas Wealth Managing Directors, James Ridley and Brett Evens dive deep into the complexities of equity compensation—a critical topic for globally mobile professionals. From Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and stock options to Employee Share Purchase Plans (ESPPs), they unpack the tax implications, risks, and strategies every expat should know when navigating company equity abroad.
James breaks down why RSUs are often dubbed "Golden Hand...
2025-07-1822 min
Expat Boomers Podcast - Beszélgetések a külföldi életről, viccesen és őszintén...Expat Boomers Podcast: Zazu története (Epizód #11)🎙️ Expat Boomers Podcast – Zazu története: Három kultúra, négy nyelv, egy svájci IT-karrierEbben a különösen személyes epizódban Joe nagyobbik fiát, Zazut ismerhetitek meg, aki magyar-francia gyökerekkel érkezett Svájcba kisgyermekként, és ma már cyber security-vel és programozással foglalkozik egy svájci egyetemen. De hogyan lesz egy többnyelvű, többkultúrájú kisfiúból sokra hivatott IT-szakember? Milyen akadályokon és élményeken keresztül vezetett az út?Az epizódból megtudhatjátok:🔹 milyen volt négyévesen Svájcba költözni nyelvtudás nélkül,🔹...
2025-07-1723 min
Expat Boomers Podcast - Beszélgetések a külföldi életről, viccesen és őszintén...Expat Boomers Podcast: Anna szerint a világ (Epizód #9)🎒🌍 Anna kódorgó kalandjai – Kalocsától Ausztráliáig avagy ExpatZoomers NextGen kiadás 🐨✈️Újabb csillogó vendég a képzeletbeli kanapénkon – ezúttal a Schatzianyu nagylánya, Anna mesél arról, hogyan lett belőle világlátott kalandor már 21 és fél évesen! 🎙️ A videóban arról beszélgettünk Szeged szívében, hogyan kódorgott Budapest–Kalocsa–Szeged háromszögében, majd hogyan ugrott neki Münchennek egy anyukás kaland keretében, hogy aztán egy spontán döntéssel Ausztrália felé vegye az irányt. 🐨🌏💬 De hogy miről is beszélgettünk?🔹 Költözése...
2025-07-0324 min
Expat Boomers Podcast - Beszélgetések a külföldi életről, viccesen és őszintén...Expat Boomers Podcast: Matyesz sztorija (Epizód #7)🎙️ Családi különkiadás az Expat Boomers Podcaston! 👨👩👦🌍Mi történik, ha az Expat Podcast stúdiójába beköltözik egy kis nosztalgia, egy csipetnyi családi dinamika – meg egy srác, aki tényleg ott volt 2 évesen, amikor az egész kezdődött? 👶Mai epizódunk vendége nem más, mint 21 éves Matyesz, aki történetesen Joe, azaz Schatziapu kisebbik fia, és aki testközelből élte meg, milyen az, amikor a szüleid úgy döntenek, hogy na jó, akkor most elköltözünk egy másik országba (utólag is bocsi, vagyis szívesen) 😅
2025-06-1918 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 143 - Expat Tips and Tricks for the 2025 EOFYWelcome to the one hundred and forty third episode of the #Expatchat podcasts where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we discuss what tips and tricks are available for Australian expats with the 2025 end of financial year rapidly approaching.
When you move overseas the idea of forgetting all about the dreaded 30th of June end of financial year deadline is appealing however if you still have some economic ties to Australia, whether that is property, shares or superannuation, you still need to consider your financial options as an expat.
In th...
2025-05-3023 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 142 - Living in Switzerland as an Australian ExpatWelcome to the one hundred and forty second episode of the #Expatchat podcasts where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we discuss what life is like living as an Australian expat in Switzerland.
With over 5,000 Australian expats calling Switzerland home there are many appealing factors why people choose to move to there.
These factors can normally be broken down into two reasons - for work or for love.
Like any other country Switzerland has its own rules that Australian expats need to comply with, some obvious and some very new.
In...
2025-05-2332 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 138 - When is a good time for an Expat to use a TrustWelcome to the one hundred and thirty eighth episode of the #Expatchat podcasts where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we discuss when is a good time for an Australian expat to use a trust in Australia.
Family trusts have been around for many years and financial professionals in Australia, like accountants and financial planners, have used them extensively to protect assets and reduce tax however do the same benefits apply to Australian expats living overseas?
In this episode we run through the following topics:
• What are the different type of t...
2025-04-1014 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 136 - Why Australian Expats Should Avoid Investment BondsWelcome to the one hundred and thirty sixth episode of the #Expatchat podcasts where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we discuss why Australian expats should avoid investing in investment bonds when they live overseas and are saving for retirement.
Any Australian expat who has spent time in the Middle East or Asia will be all too familiar of the scenario when they get the call from a unknown number and on the other end of the line is a smooth talking salesman with a British accent (or sometimes an Au...
2025-03-1017 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 135 - Q&A With Dubai Based Financial Planner Adam PrenticeWelcome to the one hundred and thirty fifth episode of the #Expatchat podcasts where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat James and Adam run through some questions Australian expats have asked in our Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook Group.
In this episode we run through the following questions that were asked:
• What are the risks for an Australian expat leaving large amounts of cash in the bank whilst living in the Middle East?
• What are the tax considerations when a expat opens a bank account in Australia?
• What is the latest u...
2025-02-2819 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 134 - Australian Expat Finance Q&A SessionWelcome to the one hundred and thirty fourth episode of the #Expatchat podcasts where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we run through some questions Australian expats have asked in our Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook Group.
We often find that when speaking to Australian expats there are common themes that emerge from time to time when managing your financial affairs overseas.
At the moment the most popular topics include buying and selling property as a Australian expat and how to manage your superannuation and foreign pensions when living overseas.
In...
2025-02-2617 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 133 - Can An Expat Retire Between Two Countries?Welcome to the one hundred and thirty third episode of the #Expatchat podcasts where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we discuss can Australian expats retire between two countries and if so how can they do it.
Like everything in life the answer is it depends. It depends on where you want to move or retire to, what passports you hold and the type of tax outcome Australian expats are looking for.
A lot of Australian expats will tie themselves in knots trying to find the perfect solution however unfortunately it...
2025-02-1718 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 132 - Managing Sharia Law as an Australian ExpatWelcome to the one hundred and thirty second episode of the #Expatchat podcasts where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we discuss how Australian expats manage sharia law when they move to the Middle East or any other country that's governing law is based on the Islamic faith.
With destinations like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia and Qatar becoming popular destinations for Australian expats its important for those looking to move to the region have a understanding of the law not only to avoid breaking it but to also anticipate ho...
2025-02-0714 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 129 - Expat Facebook Group Q&A Part 3Welcome to the one hundred and twenty ninth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we provide the last part of our Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook Q&A.
With more and more Australians looking to move overseas and become an expat its important that everyone is aware of the little things that help you make infortmed decisions and avoid the pitfalls than many face.
We love producing episodes like these as it enables us to get to the coal face of Australian expats and an...
2024-12-1319 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 128 - Australian Arrival Card Considerations for ExpatsWelcome to the one hundred and twenty eighth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat talk about the incoming passenger arrival card that you need to complete when landing at an Australian airport.
With many Australian expats looking to return home over the Christmas holidays to visit family and friends there is often confusion as to what box you tick on the passenger arrival card before you land.
In the past there was quite a lot of apathy towards these cards but in todays digital wo...
2024-11-2912 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 127 - Expat Facebook Group Q&A Part 2Welcome to the one hundred and twenty seventh episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we run through some more questions that have been asked in the Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook group that we manage.
Social media is a great tool for Australian expats living overseas as not only does it keep us in contact with friends and family back home but it can also be used to research and understand topics that affect you as an expat.
With a plethora of Australian expat Fa...
2024-11-2219 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 126 - Expat Facebook Group Q&A Part 1Welcome to the one hundred and twenty sixth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we run through some of the questions that have been asked in the Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook group that we manage.
Social media is a great tool for Australian expats living overseas as not only does it keep us in contact with friends and family back home but it can also be used to research and understand topics that affect you as an expat.
With a plethora of Australian ex...
2024-11-0816 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 125 - Can You Roll Over A Foreign Pension in to a Super Account?Welcome to the one hundred and twenty fifth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about can you rollover your foreign pension and retirement savings into a Australian superannuation account.
When we live and work overseas there is a good chance you will accrue some form of retirement savings.
Some of these savings could include a UK pension, 401k from the US, RRSP from Canada, Provident Fund in Hong Kong, CPF in Singapore, End of Service Benefit in the UAE and many more.
Ho...
2024-11-0516 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 124 - How Will The Changes To The Non Dom Status Affect Expats In The UKWelcome to the one hundred and twenty fourth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the the proposed changes to the Non Dom and Inheritance Tax rules in the UK and how that may affect Australian expats.
The Non Dom rules have been part of the UK tax system for over 200 years and many Australian expats, as well as other nationalities, have relied upon it to avoid assets held outside of the UK being taxed by the HMRC.
Before Julys election the UK...
2024-10-1817 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 123 - How Will A Change To Negative Gearing Affect Expats?Welcome to the one hundred and twenty third episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the news that the Australian government is looking to remove Negative Gearing and how that will affect Australian expats.
We all know (or we should) that Australian expats don't get the ability to negative gear their property when you are classified as a non-resident for tax purposes however with so many owning property back in Australia any changes to the tax laws back home will affect their as...
2024-10-1123 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 122 - Australian Expat Tax And Financial Planning Q And AWelcome to the one hundred and twenty second episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we answer some of the questions that members of our Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook group recently asked.
We find the Facebook group is a invaluable way to talk to and engage with Australian expats in any country and members can engage with their fellow expats and share to experiences in managing their finances whilst living overseas.
With over 3,000 members (and growing rapidly) it is becoming a popular forum for Au...
2024-10-0726 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 121 - Can Expats Use ChatGPT For Tax And Financial Advice?Welcome to the one hundred and twenty first episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we debate whether Australian expats can use ChatGPT and AI to obtain tax and financial advice.
With more tools available to Australian expats today then ever before many aussies are using online tools like ChatGPT and AI to undertake their research when either considering becoming an expat or how to make the most of their time when they are living overseas.
However with most large language model tools like ChatGPT th...
2024-09-2719 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 120 - The Difference Between A Australian Expat Financial Planner And AccountantWelcome to the one hundred and twentieth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the difference between a australian expat accountant and an australian expat financial planner.
When a Australian expat is seeking out a specialist to help them manage their financial affairs living overseas there can often be confusion as to whether you should approach a expat accountant or a expat financial planner.
Whilst the two roles sound very similar, and in some cases interchangeable, in actual fact they are very di...
2024-09-2020 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 119 - Q&A From The Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook GroupWelcome to the one hundred and nineteenth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we catch up after the summer break and answer some question from our Facebook Group, the Australian Expat Financial Forum.
Many Australian banks are emailing their customers, including Australian expats overseas, asking for them to verify themselves by providing documents to verify their identity.
There are always many questions that Australian expat have when it comes to managing their finances when living overseas and the Atlas Wealth Group has been investing in...
2024-09-1126 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 118 - Why You Need to Respond to Your Bank about IdentificationWelcome to the one hundred and eighteenth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about why Australian expats need to respond to the banks in Australia when they ask for identification.
Many Australian banks are emailing their customers, including Australian expats overseas, asking for them to verify themselves by providing documents to verify their identity.
Unfortunately in today's age where cyber crime is rife people are chosing to ignore these emails or alternatively don't believe they have to provide these documents which unfortunately le...
2024-06-2513 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 117 - Can An Australian Expat Have an SMSF?Welcome to the one hundred and seventeenth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the topic of whether an Australian expat can have a SMSF.
We have covered this topic previously however it keeps popping up and its important that we run through this again because there is still a lot of incorrect information being passed around by expats and professionals.
The main considersation that Australian expats need to understand when considering changes to their SMSF when they move overseas is that is...
2024-06-1815 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 116 - Who Can an Expat Nominate as a Beneficiary for their Super?Welcome to the one hundred and sixteenth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about who an Australian expat can nominate as a benenficary of their superannuation in the event of their death.
Nominating a beneficary of your super fund should you pass away is something that a lot of Australian expats do not pay attention to which is scary if you think about it.
Is the appropriate person receiving and gaining access your life savings?
Something as simple as a 60 second check of...
2024-06-1416 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 115 - How Does The 2024 Budget Affect Australian ExpatsWelcome to the one hundred and fifteenth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
With the Australian Federal government recently releasing the annual federal budget there were many hopes and expectations of tax reform and restructuring to prepare the Australian economy for the years ahead but unfortunately none of that was to come to occur.
This years federal budget is all about positioning the Labor government for a election which maybe called as early as October this year.
The message they tried to get across was that we are fiscally...
2024-05-2326 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 114 - What Is The US Exit Tax & How Does It Affect AustraliansWelcome to the one hundred and fourteenth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
This episode was recorded before the recent floods in Dubai so it didn't get released in sync and you may notice us referring to a different episode number but as it addresses such an important topic for Australian expats in the United States we wanted to make sure it received some airtime.
The US Exit Tax or HEART Tax Act plays a pivotal role when Australian expats living in the United States are either planning a...
2024-05-1315 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 113 - We're Back! Will The Budget Affect Expats And Q&AWelcome to the one hundred and thirteenth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
We are back! After a short break then floods in Dubai we are happy to be back on the airwaves.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the upcoming federal budget and what it may look like for Australian expats as well as rolling through some of the questions that get asked on our Facebook Group, the Australian Expat Financial Forum.
We also talk about our upcoming seminars in Dubai and Abu Dhabi too which yo...
2024-05-0629 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 112 - Is There A Best Time To Repatriate To Australia?Welcome to the one hundred and twelfth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about is there a best time of the year to return to Australia and should you plan your return around any specific dates.
With the majority of Australian expats planning to return to Australia at some point in time we are often asked is there a good and bad time in the calendar year to move home.
And the answer is it depends on the country you are moving fr...
2024-03-0815 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 111- Steps To Become A Non-Resident For Tax PurposesWelcome to the one hundred and eleventh episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about how to qualify to become a non-resident and what is the actual process that Australian expats must follow to notify the ATO.
Qualifying to become a non-resident for tax purposes with the ATO isn't as simple as you think. With the current rules dating back to 1936 (when you used to jump on a ship to become a expat) there is some interpretation required which is why the Board of...
2024-02-2828 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 110 - Lessons Learnt From 2023 And How To Maximise 2024Welcome to the one hundred and tenth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the lessons we learned in 2023 and how to make the most of the opportunities in 2024.
Looking back on 2023 investors were trying to navigate markets that were fixated on hard and soft landings in the world economy's and unfortunately many investor chose to sit on the sidelines due to the uncertainty which resulted in them missing out on a great year of returns.
So how do investors avoid repeating th...
2024-02-2324 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 109 - Welcome To 2024 And Facebook Group Q&AWelcome to the one hundred and ninth episode of the #Expatchat podcast and the first one for 2024 where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the lessons we learned in 2023 and how we can use that in the coming year to our advantage.
We also run through some questions that have been posted in our Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook group which you can join if you are not laready a member in the link below.
The 2023 calendar year had it all with worldwide discussions about hard landings, in...
2024-02-0939 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 108 - End Of Year Wrap Up And UpdateWelcome to the one hundred and eighth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we do a recap on the 2023 calendar year and discuss the major topics that expats had to deal with.
This year we had a wide variety of geo-political events combined with the world economies exercising their monetary and fiscal policies to curb the inflation most economies have been experiencing.
In this episode we run through the following topics:
• What are some of the takeaways from 2023?
• Whereto for investors in 2024?
• What are interest...
2023-12-2229 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 107 - When Does An Australian Expat Need To Lodge A Tax ReturnWelcome to the one hundred and seventh episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about when does an Australian expat need to lodge a tax return.
There is a lot of conflicting information out there about this topic which causes the confusion amongst expats and the answer is that some Australians do need to lodge tax returns whilst others don't.
Typically you are taxed in Australian on what is called Australian sourced income (for example rental income, termination payouts, deferred income from employer sh...
2023-12-1215 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 106 - Expats Are Still Confused Regarding The Main Residence ExemptionWelcome to the one hundred and sixth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we revisit the topic of the Main Residence Exemption and the confusion amongst Australian expats that still surrounds the changes that came into play on the 1st of July 2020.
With many Australian expats owning property when they leave Australia, especially their former principle place of residence, how this asset is treated when you are a non-resident for tax purposes is completely different to that of an Australian tax resident.
The premise be...
2023-11-2931 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 105 - Super Vs Mortgage Vs Investment Account Vs Term DepositWelcome to the one hundred and fifth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about where Australian expats should direct their surplus cash - to their super fund, pay off their mortgage, in a investment account or put it into a term deposit.
The answer maybe one, two or all of the above and what you chose will be dictated based on your liquidity requirements as well as the intentions of the funds.
The other large considersation are the tax consequences. Paying off yo...
2023-11-2121 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 104 - Managing Foreign Pensions As An ExpatWelcome to the one hundred and fourth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about foreign pensions and what Australian expats need to know when managing and repatriating them.
Many Australians will accrue some form of foreign pension when they live and work overseas, whether it is a 401k, Canadian RRSP, UK pension, End of Service Benefit, Provident Fund and many others.
But what can cause confusion is what should you do with them when you are looking to move back to Australia.
Do...
2023-11-1318 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 103 - Australian Expat Q&A From Our Facebook GroupWelcome to the one hundred and third episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we answer some questions that have been posted on our Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook Group.
The Facebook group is a great place for Australian expats to ask their questions as well as share information when it comes to managing their finances when living overseas.
With over 2,500 Australian expats in the group there is a different perspective for many of the locations that Australians live.
In this episode we run through th...
2023-11-0719 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 102 - The Importance Of Timing For Australian ExpatsWelcome to the one hundred and second episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about why timing can make the difference of thousands, tens of thousands and sometimes hundreds of thousands of dollars for Australia expats.
The nature of an Australian expat means that we are always moving, sometimes staying in one location longer then the other however what this moving means is that in order to optimise your finances you need to ensure that your timing of events is structured in a wa...
2023-10-3120 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 101 - How Taxable Accounts And The Exit Tax Affect US Based ExpatsWelcome to the one hundred and first episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we have a guest on Edward Cole from Cross Border Financial Planning USA talk about a general overview of what Australian expats need to know and understand about US Retirement accounts and the exit tax.
Every year many Australian head over to the US on an E3, L1 or Green card visa.
Understanding your retirement options is paramount for long term planning, especially with no one paying in your superannuation any mo...
2023-10-2716 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 100 - The Importance Of A Will For ExpatsWelcome to the one hundredth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the importance of wills and enduring powers of attorneys (EPOA's) for Australian expats.
When we move overseas it is quite easy to forget about what would happen to our estates should the worst occur - a death of you or a loved one in the family.
However its not until you are experiencing such a troubling time that you wished that these matters were addressed beforehand.
Statistically speaking not many Au...
2023-10-1812 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 99 - Why Some Expats Manage Their Finances Like MonopolyWelcome to the ninety ninth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about why some expats manage their finances when they move abroad like they are playing monopoly.
We saw a funny post on instagram the other day that said:
"Imagine playing monopoly and never buying any assets or investments that generate income.
Imagine you just went around collecting $200, giving your money to the rich and trying to stay out of jail".
After reading this we thought that a lot of Australian expats ch...
2023-10-1114 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 98 - When Should An Australian Expat Plan For RetirementWelcome to the ninety eighth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about when should a Australian expat start planning for retirement.
When Australians move overseas quite often their superannuation fund and the mechanisms behind saving for retirement tend to fall by the wayside as they focus on building their wealth using other vehicles.
What a lot of people don't realise is that when they are living overseas and they are not contributing at least 10% of their income to superannuation unless they are sa...
2023-09-3022 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 97 - Retiring Overseas And Accessing Your SuperWelcome to the ninety seventh episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about what Australian expats need to consider when they are looking to retire overseas and draw upon their superannuation account as a account based pension (ABP).
All depending on what country to intend to retire in will depend on whether there will be any local taxes applied to your allocated pension.
The Australian superannuation system is unique when you compare it to savings plans and pensions around the world and it is...
2023-09-2618 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 96 - US Retirement Accounts With A US Financial PlannerWelcome to the ninety sixth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we have a guest on from Cross Border Financial Planning USA. Edward Cole talks about a general overview of what Australian expats need to know and understand about US Retirement accounts.
Every year many Australian head over to the US on an E3, L1 or Green card visa. Understanding your retirement options is paramount for long term planning, especially with no one paying in your superannuation any more.
We deep dive into what yo...
2023-09-2118 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 95 - Dubai Relocation Guide Launch And Facebook Q&AWelcome to the ninety fifth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the recent release of our Australian Expat Relocation Guide series, with the first destination being Dubai, as well as answering some questions that were recently asked in our Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook Group.
Home to almost 16,000 Australian expats, the United Arab Emirates has become a popular destination for Australian expats, with the majority living in the key cities and emirates of Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Over 1/3 of the world’s po...
2023-09-1223 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 94 - Can A Expat Vote In The Upcoming Referendum?Welcome to the ninety fourth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the upcoming referendum that is being held in Australia next month and whether an Australian expat can and should vote.
According to the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) an Australian expat is eligible to vote as an Overseas Elector as long as they are an Australian citizen over the age of 18 and are intending to return to Australia within the next 6 years.
The next question is whether an Australian expat should vo...
2023-09-0512 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 93 - What To Consider When Leaving AustraliaWelcome to the ninety third episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about what you need to consider when you are leaving Australia and moving overseas to join the expat ranks.
According to the Australian population clock one Australian resident is moving overseas permanently to live every 2 minutes and 12 seconds which means that Australians are embracing the expat life after the Coronoa virus halted those movements.
Whether you have been working in Australia for 5 years or 15 years you would have accumulated some assets an...
2023-08-2829 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 92 - Exchange Rate Considerations For Australian ExpatsWelcome to the ninety second episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the recent weakness of the Australian dollar, what causing it and where it maybe going in the future.
It would be virtually impossible to meet an Australian expat who isn't affected by a currency exchange rate movements and there is a good chance that they would be able to quote you the current exchange rate to their local currency.
What the Australian dollar, as well as other currencies, do on th...
2023-08-1216 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 91 - Expat Tax Residency Law Changes UpdateWelcome to the ninety first episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we provide an update on the latest developments with respect to the proposed changes to the tax residency rules affecting Australian expats.
After there was no mention of the proposed changes to the tax residency rules in the recent Federal Budget the market intepreted this as the changes were to be put on the back burner especially after the Australian Taxation Office released their updated Tax Ruling on non-residency rules for Australian expats.
Fa...
2023-08-0535 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 90 - Repatriation Considerations for Australian ExpatsWelcome to the ninetieth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we deep dive into consideration in which expats needs to consider when repatriating back to Australia.
This might involve the timing of key decisions, like selling assets or transferring assets and tax might play into this too.
Some of the broader topics we discussed in todays episode was the repatriation considerations around different types of asset we often accumulate while residing overseas for several years.
These might be shares, savings, foreign pensions, and property ju...
2023-07-3126 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 89 - Topical Conversations With Expat ClientsWelcome to the eighty ninth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the different conversations we have had with clients over the last week, with a wide range of topical issues being discussed this helps provide some insight into many expats having the same problems or same issues on their minds.
We cover some broad topics into todays episode with the deep dive into CGT on the main residence with a twist of it being overseas, the important of having a will in...
2023-07-1626 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 88 - What Are The New Super Changes For The 2024 FYWelcome to the eighty eighth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today’s Expat Chat we talk about the new super changes which are now in effect for the 2024 financial year. These changes impact current contribution amounts and caps, superannuation balances as well as what we can have in account based pension mode.
The recent changes allow Australians to get more into their Superannuation funds, which is great news yet indexation was not applied to a lot of contribution types.
We also discussed the notion of ‘Use it or l...
2023-07-1024 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 87 - Australian Expat Questions According To ChatGPT #3Welcome to the eighty seventh episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we threw the topic over to ChatGPT to give us a list of the most commonly asked questions by Australian expats.
Over the next three episodes we will be running through some of the questions that ChatGPT has highlighted and shining some light on the topics of expat tax, tax returns, tax obligations, currency transfers, contributing to superannuation and many more.
In this episode we run through the following questions:
• What are the implications of...
2023-06-2321 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 86 - Australian Expat Questions According To ChatGPT #2Welcome to the eighty sixth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we threw the topic over to ChatGPT to give us a list of the most commonly asked questions by Australian expats.
Over the next three episodes we will be running through some of the questions that ChatGPT has highlighted and shining some light on the topics of expat tax, tax returns, tax obligations, currency transfers, contributing to superannuation and many more.
In this episode we run through the following questions:
• What are the investment op...
2023-06-1718 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 85 - Australian Expat Questions According To ChatGPT #1Welcome to the eighty fifth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
We've had a bit of a break as James was on a well deserved break and the offices are very busy at the moment with the end of the financial year fast approaching.
In today's Expat Chat we threw the topic over to ChatGPT to give us a list of the most commonly asked questions by Australian expats.
Over the next three episodes we will be running through some of the questions that ChatGPT has highlighted and shining...
2023-06-0921 minExpat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 85 - Australian Expat Questions According To ChatGPT #1Welcome to the eighty fifth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
We've had a bit of a break as James was on a well deserved break and the offices are very busy at the moment with the end of the financial year fast approaching.
In today's Expat Chat we threw the topic over to ChatGPT to give us a list of the most commonly asked questions by Australian expats.
Over the next three episodes we will be running through some of the questions that ChatGPT has highlighted and shining...
2023-06-0821 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 84 - Incorrect Assumptions When Managing PropertyWelcome to the eighty fourth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk incorrect assumptions that Australian expats make when managing their property back home.
Owning property is a core part of an Australians wealth building strategy however when they move overseas sometimes they will assume that the same rules apply even though they are a non-resident for tax purposes or alternatively they will rely on sources who may not be fully aware of the rules and regulations or that they may have changed in...
2023-05-0836 minExpat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 84 - Incorrect Assumptions When Managing PropertyWelcome to the eighty fourth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk incorrect assumptions that Australian expats make when managing their property back home.
Owning property is a core part of an Australians wealth building strategy however when they move overseas sometimes they will assume that the same rules apply even though they are a non-resident for tax purposes or alternatively they will rely on sources who may not be fully aware of the rules and regulations or that they may have changed in...
2023-05-0736 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 83 - Managing Your Affairs When Repatriation Is UnknownWelcome to the eighty third episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about how does an Australian expat manage their financial affairs when they are unsure if they are definately moving back to Australia and if they are when that maybe.
Many Australian expats who move overseas maybe do not have a definite timeframe as to when they will move back to Australia, if at all but this should not step them ensuring they have a properly documented strategy when it comes to managing...
2023-04-2826 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 82 - Tax Concessions On Property For ExpatsWelcome to the eighty second episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about the different types of tax concessions available to Australian property owners and whether Australian expats eligible for any of them.
The Australian property sector is a large contributor to the Australian economy and to keep it appealing to investors both the federal and state governments off tax concessions to property owners.
However since 2012 there have been a number of changes to the tax legislation that has precluded Australian expats for taking...
2023-04-1621 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 81 - Different Investment Themes For ExpatsWelcome to the eighty first episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about the different styles of investing and what may or may not be suitable for you as a expat.
Ever since the stock market was invented there has always been a lot of debate as to what is the best strategy to invest - passive investing, active investing, thematic investing and many others.
At the end of the dayit really comes down to what type of investor you are and what you...
2023-04-0727 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 80 - Exit Taxes, Plenty Of Countries Have ThemWelcome to the eightieth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about exit taxes and how expats are often surprised about these charges when leaving a country.
An exit tax is a tax on persons who cease to be tax resident in a country. This often takes the form of a capital gains tax against unrealised gain attributable to the period in which the taxpayer was a tax resident of the country in question.
In this episode we run through the following topics:
• What is...
2023-03-3020 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 79 - Is Now The Time To Buy Australian Property?Welcome to the seventy ninth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about whether now is the time for an Australian expat to purchase a property in Australia.
With the recent pullback in property we are seeing a lot of property spruikers saying now is the time to buy but is it?
The performance of the property market in the earlier part of this year surprised some with the sell off abating and this has been seen by some in the property industry as...
2023-03-2728 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 78 - Selling Overseas Assets After Returning To AustraliaWelcome to the seventy eighth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about what an Australian expat needs to consider when they're looking to return to Australia and would like to sell assets they have accumulated overseas.
They say timing is everything and this could not be more true when you live overseas and are planning a repatriation back to Australia.
Sometimes the difference of selling an asset before you go or after you arrive in Australia can run into the tens and sometimes...
2023-03-2027 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 77 - Inheritance Considerations For ExpatsWelcome to the seventy seventh episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about the sensitive topic of inheritances, both being received by Australian expats as well as when a Australian expat passes away overseas.
We are currently in the largest wealth transfer in history as the assets accumulated by the baby boomers are transferred to their respective family members however how does this change for those Australians living overseas?
Living overseas and receiving an inheritance as an Australian expat has its own difficulties and...
2023-03-0823 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 76 - Superannuation Transfers And Limits For ExpatsWelcome to the seventy sixth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we discuss the rules surrounding transfers to Australian superannuation funds by expats and what limits they need to adhere by.
Superannuation is one of the most commonly heald assets by Australian expats, especially if you have previously worked in Australia.
However when you move overseas there can be some confusion surrounding super - should I contribute to super as a expat, will contributing to it cause me to become a tax resident of Australia...
2023-02-2425 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 75 - Update On Tax Residency RulesWelcome to the seventy fifth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we provide an update on the proposed tax residency rules and what sort of timeline Australian expats can expect.
For many years Australian expats have been working from the existing Tax Residency rules that have been around since the 1930's.
In 2019 the Board of Taxation published the Reforming Individual Tax Residency Rules – A Model for Modernisation report with the aim of updating the tax residency rules which both Australian residents and non-residents comply with.
In...
2023-02-1717 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 74 - Considerations For Becoming An ExpatWelcome to the seventy fourth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about the key considersations that an Australian citizen needs to take when looking to move overseas and become an Australian expat.
They say that one of the most stressful things in life is loving house but moving overseas certainly trumps it.
There are so many considersations that an Australian needs to understand when becoming an expat and one of the most important ones is how will the move affect my finances and...
2023-02-1042 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 73 - Dollar Cost AveragingWelcome to the seventy third episode of the #Expatchat podcast and the first episode for 2023 where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we go into more detail about a topic that is often discussed on this podcast channel - Dollar Cost Averaging.
Dollar cost averging can be a very powerful tool for Australian expats.
Whether your transferring funds back to Australia or building a investment portfolio dollar cost averaging enables you to manage your financial affairs in a disclipined manner that removes emotion from the transaction.
In this episode we run...
2023-02-0522 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 72 - New Year, New Office, New Service - Atlas TaxWelcome to the seventy second episode of the #Expatchat podcast and the first episode for 2023 where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we open 2023 with a new episode and run through whats to come in 2023, the new office for our Australian team and our exciting new announcement about a new service from the Atlas Wealth Group - Atlas Tax.
In 2022 there was a lot going on - Russia invaded the Ukraine, interest rates went from being on record lows to record increases and inflation was proven to not be transatory unlike...
2023-01-2026 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 71 - End Of Year Wrap Up & Audience Q&AWelcome to the seventy first episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we wrap up the 2023 calendar year as well as answer some audience questions.
As we approach the end of the year, interest rates are starting to squeeze households, the war in Ukraine continues, and many world economies may already be in recession.
From an investing perspective, it’s likely we’ll be looking forward to welcoming in the fresh start of 2023.
Touching on investment matters, we’ve seemingly found some calm among stocks and bonds...
2022-12-1523 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 70 - Tax Residency For Australian Expats In The UAEWelcome to the seventieth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about the United Arab Emirates government has recently issued a resolution that will determine tax residency for natural and legal persons for the first time and is due to come into force on 1 March 2023.
Up until recently there was no statutory definition and Australian expats who are resident of the UAE relied upon the availability of an annual lease agreement (including Ejari, where applicable), and a minimum of 180 days of residence in the...
2022-12-0523 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 69 - What Is A Double Taxation Agreement?Welcome to the sixty ninth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about what is a Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) and how it affects Australian expats.
Tax treaties are formal bilateral agreements between two jurisdictions.
Australia has tax treaties with more than 40 jurisdictions.
A tax treaty is also referred to as a tax convention or double tax agreement (DTA).
They prevent double taxation and fiscal evasion, and foster cooperation between Australia and other international tax authorities by enforcing their respective tax laws.
You may...
2022-11-2816 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 68 - Tax Treatment Of Australian Income As A ExpatWelcome to the sixty eighth episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about how different income streams are treated differently when you're a Australian expat living overseas.
When you live in Australia all of your income that you receive (salary, rental income, dividends etc) is bundled together and you are taxed on the agregate amount.
However when you are a non-resident for tax purposes all depending on where the income comes from (e.g. rental property or shares) it will be treated differently.
In...
2022-11-1622 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 67 - Superannuation Considerations For Australian ExpatsWelcome to the sixty seventh episode of the #Expatchat podcast where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about the key considersations an Australian expat must make when managing their superannuation as a expat.
Unless you moved overseas just after you graduated high school or university there is a very good chance you have some for of superannuation back in Australia.
For some Australian expats they may have multiple superannuation accounts as they have worked for a number of different employers before moving overseas.
In fact at the 30th of...
2022-10-2331 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 66 - What's Coming Up In 2022?Welcome to the sixty sixth episode of #Expatchat where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we run through what is still to come in 2022.
To date both the market and investors have a lot of information to consume when making investment considersations.
From a change in governments, through to increases in interest rates, the Ukraine invasion, energy shortages and mixed under the spectre of the Covid pandemic.
In this epsisode we run through what is coming up and what Australian expats need to be aware of in the coming months.
In th...
2022-10-2021 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 65 - Should An Expat Transfer Funds To Australian Dollars?Welcome to the sixty fifth episode of #Expatchat where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we answer the question of should an Australian expat transfer their cash to Australian dollar with the recent falls the currency has experienced.
What the Australian dollar is doing and may do in the future is probably the most common conversation topic amongst Australian expats.
With the recent interest rate increases occuring globally combined with investors taking a more conservative approach we have seen the US dollar strengthen against most currencies.
Australian expats who are earning...
2022-09-2924 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 64 - Listener Q&A - #AskAtlasWelcome to the sixty fourth episode of #Expatchat where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we answer a number of questions that listeners have sent in over the past couple of weeks.
If you have a question you would like to ask us please send them in by clicking on the link below.
This is also a reminder for those Australian expats in the UAE to reserve your seat for our upcoming seminars in Dubai and Abu Dhabi next week.
Seats are filling fast so don't miss out.
Details can be...
2022-09-2329 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 63 - Australian Tax Residency Change PetitionWelcome to the sixty third episode of #Expatchat where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we discuss the proposed tax residency change and how we need to band together as Australian expats by providing as loud a voice as possible to Canberra.
Most Australian expats are aware of the proposed tax residency rule change and the dreaded "45 day rule".
We recently received approval for an official House of Representatives petition to amend the proposals and need your help.
We only have until the 5th of October to get as many signatures as possi...
2022-09-1825 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 62 - Should An Expat Buy A Property Overseas?Welcome to the sixty second episode of #Expatchat where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we discuss whether an Australian expat should buy a property as a principle place of residence when living overseas.
Australians have always had a love affair with property and one of the most commonly asked questions is whether they should buy a property overseas when they become an expat.
And the short answer to this is that it will depend on a number of circumstances including whether you are able to buy a property as a...
2022-09-0923 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 61 - How Are Dividends Treated For Australian ExpatsWelcome to the sixty first episode of #Expatchat where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we discuss how dividends are treated for those Australian expats who receive them as a non-resident for tax purposes.
Share ownership by investors has grown dramatically over the last 20 years however there is a difference when you hold shares as a tax resident of Australia versus as a non-tax resident.
Your country of residence will also affect how much non-resident withholding tax you may be liable to pay.
Share ownership as a non-resident can be a...
2022-09-0221 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 59 - Considersations For Australians Retiring OverseasWelcome to the fifty ninth episode of #Expatchat where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we discuss the key considersations that either a Australian resident or Australian expat need to know if they're considering to chose a life overseas in their retirement.
We all work very hard in our careers in order to enjoy a comfortable retirement and a lot of people are chosing to spend some or all of that time overseas.
However retiring to a foreign country is not like picking a different city or state in Australia.
There...
2022-08-1926 min
Expat Chat PodcastExpat Chat Episode 57 - US Retirement Accounts For Australian ExpatsWelcome to the fifty seventh episode of #Expatchat where we discuss the latest tax and financial issues affecting an #Australianexpat.
In today's Expat Chat we talk about the key issues surrounding US retirement accounts that Australian expats who move to the US need to consider and understand.
Many Australian expat destinations offer their own version of a retirement account and the US is no different.
Whether its a 401k, ROTH IRA, or a Back Door IRA Australian expats will be offered to participate in these when they are employed by a US company.
Whilst there maybe a number of financial...
2022-08-0524 min
EuropeExpat Expert 5 – AdelineExpat Expert 5 - Adeline
https://youtu.be/qbeIfldyUEI
L'art du plurilinguisme
ATTENTION: Spoiler Alert sur des traditions culturelles comme le père Noel ou la petit souris dans cet épisode - à éviter de l'écouter si vous avez vos enfants à côté en fonction de vos croyances.Dans cet épisode, on retrouve Adeline au micro, une maman française marié à un allemand de racines familiales turcs, vivant tout près de Berlin.Ici, on parlera de son parcours pro mais aussi familial riche culturellement. Mais surtout de plurilinguisme avec une FAQ de questions qui avaient été proposées sur notre compt...
2022-05-1000 min
AsieExpat Expert 3 – Sarah-JaneExpat Expert 3 - Sarah-Jane
https://youtu.be/2xmKtMYEUlo
Avocate spécialisée en droit des familles
Dans ce troisième épisode "Expat Expert", on retrouve Sarah-Jane au micro. On revient avec elle sur son background familial pluriculturel, sa carrière en France, puis en Asie, notamment à Hong Kong avant de venir s'installer en Grande Bretagne, et plus précisément comme vous pouvez le deviner... à Leeds.Dans un second temps, on essaie de répondre aux problématiques qu'on peut avoir en expatriation/immigration : mariage, divorce, enfants et testament. Si vous avez toute autre question, nous vous invitons à consulter le site de Sa...
2022-02-1500 minEuropeExpat Expert 3 – Sarah-JaneExpat Expert 3 - Sarah-Jane
https://youtu.be/2xmKtMYEUlo
Avocate spécialisée en droit des familles
Dans ce troisième épisode "Expat Expert", on retrouve Sarah-Jane au micro. On revient avec elle sur son background familial pluriculturel, sa carrière en France, puis en Asie, notamment à Hong Kong avant de venir s'installer en Grande Bretagne, et plus précisément comme vous pouvez le deviner... à Leeds.Dans un second temps, on essaie de répondre aux problématiques qu'on peut avoir en expatriation/immigration : mariage, divorce, enfants et testament. Si vous avez toute autre question, nous vous invitons à consulter le site de Sa...
2022-02-1500 min
AmériquesExpat Expert 2: MarieExpat Expert 2: Marie
https://youtu.be/7DYHvFXF7ZY
La psychomotricité aux États-Unis
Dans ce deuxième épisode d'Expat Expert, on retrouve Marie au micro, une psychomotricienne installée à Boston aux Etats-Unis.On revient ensemble sur son parcours d'expatriée tout juste diplômée, puis de son challenge à faire reconnaitre sa profession sur un marché ou cette dernière est inexistante.Marie nous parle des différents aspects de son activité, de ce que sa maternité lui a apportée dans le travail, et nous donne quelques trucs et astuces à mettre en place à la maison!On vous souha...
2021-11-0200 min
Expat Mortgage PodcastEpisode 6 - What Banks Consider When Assessing a Australian Expat Pt 2Welcome to the sixth episode of the Expat Mortgage Podcast where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australia mortgage whilst you are a Australian expat.
In today’s chat as part of our two part series on what banks consider when assessing a Australian expat for a mortgage we discuss:
* What is the Household Expenditure Measure (HEM) and how does it effect your mortgage application?
* What is the debt-to-income (DTI) ratio and how can Australian expats use this to work out their borrowing capacity?
* If an Australian expat is purchasing a vacant property how does the ba...
2021-10-2514 min
Expat Mortgage PodcastEpisode 5 - What Do Banks Consider When Assessing a Australian Expat Pt 1Welcome to the fifth episode of the Expat Mortgage Podcast where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australia mortgage whilst you are a Australian expat.
In today’s chat as part of our two part series on what banks consider when assessing a Australian expat for a mortgage we discuss:
* What are the main points banks consider when assessing a Australian expat for a loan?
* If my supporting documents aren't in English does that affect my application?
* How does the way my salary is paid affect my chances of obtaining a Australian mortgage?
* What Australian expat li...
2021-10-1814 min
Expat Mortgage PodcastEpisode 3 - Can A Australian Expat Get a Construction Loan?Welcome to the third episode of the Expat Mortgage Podcast where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australia mortgage whilst you are a Australian expat.
In today’s chat we discuss:
* Can a Australian expat obtain a construction loan?
* What does a Australian expat need to be careful of when applying for a construction loan?
* How do you work out how much you can borrow when building a property?
* Is it better to have a fixed price or cost plus construction contract when building a property?
If you like the content make sure you let us kn...
2021-09-2618 min
Expat Club PodcastE30 - Desmentindo as despedidasAqui no @Expatclubpodcast a gente ta sempre falando da parte boa de mudar do país, mas se tem uma parte chata que expat nenhum consegue escapar, e a hora de falar tchau.
Aquele aperto no peito que dá passar pelo bloqueio de embarque do aeroporto e olhar pra trás pra ver a familia e os amigos acenando é de quebrar ate os corações mais peludos que existem.
Esse tema tem tudo a ver com o momento atual do Expat Club Podcast, mas calma! Calma que esse podcast não vai acabar!
Pra saber...
2021-06-281h 04
Expat Club PodcastE19 - Como é estudar no exterior?Um dos maiores motivos que faz com que brasileiros saiam do Brasil é sem dúvida a vontade e a necessidade de aprender e se especializar.
Seja um curso de língua estrangeira, uma faculdade, pós-graduação ou só um curso de especializaçao aliada à vivencia fora, todo mundo quer aprender uma coisa nova.
No episodio de hoje do Expat Club Podcast, Thaís Sencioles em Manchester, e eu Tamara Reis em Dublin, vamos falar da nossa experiência acadêmica morando fora.
Vamos falar das diferencas do ensino Europeu pro brasileiro, faculdade, oportunidades pós-conclusão de curso, cu...
2021-04-0558 min
Expat Club PodcastE14 - Saúde da mulher com Dra. Priscilla Sodré (UK)Na jornada da mudança de país, a adaptação nunca termina.
E se você é mulher, uma das pulgas que ficam atrás da orelha antes de encarar um novo país e uma nova cultura é e relação aos cuidados com a saúde feminina.
No expat club podcast dessa semana, Thaís Sencioles em Manchester, e Tamara Reis em Dublin, vamos desvendar mitos e verdades sobre o nosso corpo e bater um papo sobre o sistema de saúde do Reino Unido com a Priscilla Sodré, médica ginecologista que vive em Londres.
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2021-03-011h 21
Expat Club PodcastE12 - Especial Valentine's DayO reizinho de fevereiro finalmente chegou!
O grande homenageado que deu o tema do mês no Expat Club Podcast é hoje!
Hoje é Valentine's day, ou dia dos namorados, no hemisfério norte Thais Sencioles em Manchester e Tamara Reis em Dublin vamos te contar tudo que acontece por aqui nessa época do ano, tirar suas dúvidas e bater um papo super legal sobre as tradições desse dia. Antes da gente começar, vamos pedir pra você seguir a gente na plataforma de streaming que você nos escutando e no instagram, no @expatclubpodcast.
Happy Valent
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Expat Club PodcastE08 - A vida no Japao feat. Haruo ItabashiMorar fora traz desafios muito maiores do que apenas se virar longe de casa.
A gente precisa se adaptar à uma nova língua, novos costumes, nova rotina, desenvolver novos hábitos alimentares e as vezes até novas expressões corporais...
Muitas vezes essa adaptação acontece naturalmente: a gente muda uma coisinha aqui, faz uma coisinha diferente ali e quando vê já absorveu hábitos que jamais se viu fazendo.
Mas tem hora que não dá, você também é ser humano e também não pode perder a sua essência; daí é que vem o desa...
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Expat Club PodcastE07 - Podcast que amamosBom dia, boa tarde, boa noite!
Quem nao ama um podcast hein? Ou fica tao entretido nas conversas que parece que estamos participando dele?
Pois bem, no episodio de hoje, nos vamos falar sobre eles os podcasts que mais amamos!
Tem podcast brasileiro, americano e irlandes e podcast pra todos os gostos!
Se voce ta curioso pra saber o que escutamos aqui no Expat club podcast, da o play e vem com a gente!
AH se voce ainda nao nos segue, eu vou pedir pra você seguir a gente na plataforma d...
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Expat Club PodcastE01 - Q&A Morando ForaNo primeiro episódio do Expat Club Podcast, nós, Tamara Reis em Dublin e Thaís Sencioles em Manchester respondemos todas aquelas perguntas sobre morar mora. Quer saber por que a Tamara mora em Dublin e a Thaís em Manchester? Quando nós nos mudamos, se já falávamos inglês e se já passamos uma vergonha braba?
Aperta o play e vem com a gente descobrir!
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