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The Basics of Opening a Bank Account Overseas

When people move abroad, it’s usually because they’re looking for a whole new life – different climate, fresh culture, exotic foods. But this sense of adventure rarely applies when people…

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What to Expect When Banking Abroad

Getting all your ducks in a row when moving or retiring abroad can take some time. Once you’ve gone through the necessary hassle of opening a bank account overseas, the…

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Understanding Tax Havens

Living, working, or running a business internationally is not only exciting, but can provide lots of opportunities to reduce your tax commitments by levying international law. While all legal transactions…

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File by June 30th or Face Huge Penalties

The IRS is getting serious about reporting your foreign financial accounts. If you don’t file the new electronic FinCen 114 by June 30th, you could have a penalty of $10,000…

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Get Used to Taking Your Time in the Bahamas

Everyday is an experience. To most Bahamians it is life. As a transplanted American, get used to things taking their time to be accomplished. Get used to the sun!!! I…

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Digital Nomadism

Living in Bermuda: Escaping Canada and Embracing Bermuda

Living in Bermuda: Escaping Canada and Embracing Bermuda While the majority of articles on Escape Artist are written from the American perspective, I thought I would write a few words…

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Banking In Ecuador

Banking In Ecuador Banking in Ecuador is an essential topic for anyone considering becoming a resident of this fine nation. The topic really focuses on two central themes: how to…

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Decades of FinTech Research Summarized in 2020

Decades of FinTech Research Summarized in 2020 FinTech generally defines any business that uses the internet, mobile devices, digital technology, or cloud computing to provide or communicate with financial institutions.…