by SJB US | Sep 16, 2025 | SJB US, Tax, US Expats
As an American expat, one of the most important financial decisions you might face is whether to perform a Roth conversion before moving abroad. A Roth conversion involves transferring funds from a traditional retirement account (like a Traditional IRA or 401(k)) into...
by SJB US | Sep 12, 2025 | SJB US, Tax, US Expats
As an American expat, managing your taxes while living abroad can be complicated, especially when it comes to investment income. But there’s one strategy that can help you reduce your U.S. tax bill:Â Tax Loss Harvesting. This powerful tax strategy can help you...
by SJB US | Sep 2, 2025 | Advice, Financial Planning, Jake Barber, Retirement, Tax
If you’re an American living overseas, your Roth 401(k) or Roth IRA might not be the tax-free haven you think it is. While these accounts offer tax-free growth and withdrawals in the U.S., things get complicated when you move abroad. Here’s what you need...
by SJB US | Aug 29, 2025 | Advice, Jake Barber, Pensions, Tax
Starting in April 2027, pension holders in the UK could face a significant shock when it comes to inheritance tax (IHT). Changes in the 2024 UK Budget mean unused pension savings will fall under the IHT regime, potentially exposing beneficiaries to sky-high tax bills....
by SJB US | Aug 27, 2025 | Financial Planning, Jake Barber, Retirement, Tax
Are you an American expat who’s just been told by your 401(k) provider that they can’t manage your account while you’re living overseas? You’re not alone! Many U.S. expats face this dilemma when their 401(k) provider suddenly gives them a deadline to...
by SJB US | Apr 30, 2025 | Advice, Investments, SJB US, Tax
Returning to the UK after a period of living overseas requires more than booking a flight. With the UK’s tax reforms now in effect from 6 April 2025, British citizens must understand how their foreign-held assets are treated under the new residence-based taxation...
