This category covers the financial reality Americans face when living abroad, with a focus on taxes, income, and long-term money decisions.

Leaving the United States does not automatically remove you from the US tax system.
The articles here explain how taxation works overseas in plain language, without legal jargon.
Topics covered

US taxes for Americans living abroad
Low-tax and territorial tax countries
Common financial mistakes expats make
Cost of living versus tax pressure

This content is designed to help you understand trade-offs, not to provide advice or sell solutions.