31 Things

If you’re thinking of moving abroad and imagining a healthcare utopia, let me gently burst that bubble.

When you move to a new country in mid-life, folks there already have a friend network. So how do you start making new friends?

It often makes sense to keep a U.S. bank account open when you move abroad, especially if you're a mid-career professional or older.

Learning another language is one of the greatest perks of moving abroad as a child. What opportunities exist where you're headed?

Learning another language is one of the greatest perks of moving abroad as a child. What opportunities exist where you're headed?

Learning a new language as an an adult can be challenging for Americans who move abroad. But it's necessary for feeling at home.

For many Americans in midlife, a lifetime of stuff is a real barrier to moving abroad. But once you’ve decluttered, you feel so much lighter

If you’re in the sandwich years—balancing a career, raising kids, and caring for aging parents—moving abroad can bring heartbreak.

What do you know about the politics in the country—or even the region—you’re planning to move to?

Even if you earn every dollar (or euro, or yen) outside of the United States, you’re still required to file a U.S. tax return every year.

Most Americans who move abroad in midlife find that keeping a US number is a practical lifeline.

Your US mailing address: more than just a convenience

Things Americans Should Think About Before Moving Abroad : Banking in Your New Country

Your American citizenship impacts your ability to invest and save for retirement, especially depending on where you choose to live.

If you're a U.S. American dreaming of uprooting your entire life and jetting off to Europe—or anywhere else—I got you. I get you, because...