Blog for Australian Expats

We discuss the key considerations to help you get started as an Australian Expat Buying Property in Australia, such as understanding the tax landscape, engaging a team of professionals, and choosing the right property to meet your objectives.

We discuss the idea of investing offshore and explain that in many cases, maintaining your investments within Australia through a reputable, regulated platform provides stronger long-term advantages, including security, transparency, and compliance certainty.

This blog explores the key capital gains tax (CGT) implications for Australian Expats holding shares, including how they are treated upon moving overseas, during your time overseas, and what happens when returning to Australia.

Dividends can be a valuable income stream, but the type of dividend, whether franked or unfranked, plays a key role in how much tax you’ll pay, both in Australia and potentially in your country of residence.

In this blog, we will explore five of the most common investing mistakes Australian Expats make and how you can avoid them with smart planning and the right advice.

We explore how to invest in Australian shares as an Australian expat, including key considerations, choosing the right platform, and how to structure your investments to remain compliant and efficient.

In this blog, we'll explore key strategies for managing an Australian investment portfolio as a non-resident, including tax implications, income treatment, and how to choose the right investment platform.

So, what happens to your investment portfolio when you move overseas? The answer depends on your underlying investments, your new tax residency status, and your host country. For Australian expats, transitioning to non-resident status introduces a new layer of complexity, but with the right planning and professional guidance, it can be navigated smoothly.

If you hold shares or other foreign assets and are planning to return to Australia, understanding this rule can help you plan for potential tax liabilities. In this blog post, we look at the Deemed Acquisition rules for Australian Expats, including when the rules apply, why it matters and what Australians living abroad should know.

In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits and strategies for using your offset account as an Australian Expat to help grow your wealth while living overseas.

What Australian Expats in the US need to know about PFICs is that these types of investments, including popular Australian mutual funds or ETFs, can lead to complicated tax filings and significant financial penalties if not handled properly. This guide breaks down PFICs for Australian Expats.

A TFSA can offer Australian Expats flexible investment options and tax-free growth during their time abroad. For Australian Expats with Canadian Tax-Free Savings Accounts, it can be an excellent way to save, invest, and build wealth in a tax-effective manner.

This blog post will explore the strategies, tips, and pitfalls when it comes to investing as an Australian Expat and growing wealth abroad.

In this blog post, we’ll explore the pros and cons of investing in shares and real estate as an Australian Expat.

Australians moving overseas should be familiar with the deemed disposal rules to ensure they have the opportunity to maximise tax outcomes.