by SJB US | Oct 29, 2025 | Expat Lifestyle, Financial Planning, Jake Barber, Retirement, Retirement savings
Retirement abroad offers more than financial freedom—it provides the opportunity to embrace a new lifestyle, explore different cultures, and create lasting memories. For American retirees, adjusting to life overseas can be both exciting and challenging. From making...
by SJB US | Oct 28, 2025 | Financial Planning, Jake Barber, Retirement
Retirement is one of life’s most exciting chapters—but for many Americans, it also brings tough questions. Could living abroad be right for you? What about your healthcare, finances, and legal obligations? Increasingly, American retirees are exploring life overseas....
by SJB US | Oct 27, 2025 | Estate Planning, Financial Planning, Guides, Jake Barber, Retirement, Tax
Retiring abroad offers freedom and adventure, but it also introduces complex tax and legal considerations for American retirees. The U.S. is one of the few countries that taxes its citizens on worldwide income, meaning even living overseas doesn’t automatically exempt...
by SJB US | Oct 24, 2025 | Financial Planning, Guides, Healthcare & Insurance, Jake Barber, Retirement
Are you considering retirement abroad? You’re not alone. An increasing number of Americans are choosing to retire abroad from the USA, attracted by lower living costs, affordable healthcare, and a more relaxed lifestyle. If you’ve been wondering why retiring overseas...
by SJB US | Oct 23, 2025 | Financial Planning, Guides, Healthcare & Insurance, Jake Barber, Tax
Financial planning is one of the most critical aspects of retiring abroad. While the idea of living overseas is appealing—lower cost of living, cultural experiences, and new adventures—American retirees must carefully navigate Social Security, taxes, retirement...
by SJB US | Oct 2, 2025 | Cross-Border Tax, Estate Planning, Financial Planning, Jake Barber, US Expats
As a U.S. citizen, you are taxed on your worldwide estate, no matter where you live. This means that both your U.S. and foreign assets are subject to U.S. estate taxes. The good news is that the estate tax exemption is very high, which as of 2025 is $13.99 million per...
