Category: Lifestyle
Six Months Living in France: Life, Culture, and Surprises
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It’s been just over six months since we first arrived in France. Our first half-year has been a rollercoaster, with plenty of ups and downs. After being approved for our visas and moving here we found an apartment, validated our visas, and joined the healthcare system. But more importantly, in between all those administrative tasks…
The FEIE for Digital Nomads – Travel the World and Pay No Taxes
‘Nothing is certain except death and taxes’ – Benjamin Franklin, 1789 American taxes are like a ghost, haunting you no matter what country you escape to. Even moving to a tax haven won’t save you from them. But what if there was an escape? What if you could pay no (income) tax on (some of)…
The ultimate expat pre-departure checklist
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So you’ve decided to leave on an extended trip as a digital nomad, or move to another country as an expat? There’s a lot to do before heading out, and you’ll quickly find out that rules and systems are not set up to handle people with foreign addresses and phone numbers, or no address and…
Why Retiring in France Works So Well for Americans
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Retiring in Europe is appealing, but many countries make long-term residency, taxes, and healthcare complicated. France is one of the few places where retirement is both legally straightforward and makes financial sense. For Americans considering retirement abroad, France stands out for four reasons: Why We Chose France In 2024, my wife and I were on…
