Thai Revenue Department Provides Welcome Clarity to Newly Proposed Tax Rules

Thai Revenue Department provides welcome clarity to newly proposed tax rules – last year, on the 15th of September 2023, the Thai Revenue Department announced new tax changes under Department Order No. P 161/2023 that are set to impact Australian Expats living in Thailand from 1 January 2024. Under the new tax changes, Australian Expats […]

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Selling foreign property as a repatriated Australian expat

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Selling foreign property as a repatriated Australian expat – As an Australian expat, the prospect of repatriation often comes with a series of financial decisions, and selling foreign property is a significant aspect of this process. Whether it’s due to career changes, family considerations or simply the desire to return home, understanding the degrees of selling

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Understanding the Singaporean CPF for Australian Expats

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Understanding the Singaporean CPF for Australian Expats – The Central Provident Fund (CPF) is Singapore’s mandatory social security savings scheme that affects both citizens and some expatriates working in the country. As a comprehensive savings plan, it plays a crucial role in helping Singaporeans and permanent residents secure their retirement, housing, and healthcare needs. However,

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Thailand to Begin Taxing Foreign Income Remitted into the Country by Australian Expats

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Thailand to Begin Taxing Foreign Income Remitted into the Country by Australian Expats – Recent changes by the Thai Revenue Department mean Australian Expats could be subject to Personal Income Tax (PIT) on foreign-sourced income brought into Thailand from 1 January 2024. This includes income such as rental income on Australian properties or investment income from

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Why Australian Expats Can’t Set Up a SMSF to Buy Property

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Why Australian Expats Can’t Set Up a Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF) to Buy Property in Australia – Over the past few years, Self Managed Super Funds (SMSFs) have grown in popularity as a vehicle for Australians to take control of their retirement savings. One attractive proposition for many is the ability to invest in property.

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Top Destinations for Australians to Retire

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Top Destinations for Australians to Retire – For many Australians, the thought of retiring abroad conjures up images of sun-drenched beaches, lush landscapes, and a life of leisure that doesn’t break the bank. With the world being more connected than ever before, retiring overseas has become a viable option for many. Here are some of the

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Vanguard Australia moves Australian Expats along

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Vanguard Australia moves Australian Expats along – Vanguard has recently announced a major update to one of its product offerings that will impact Australian Expats. What has happened? In August, it was announced that investors in the Vanguard direct product offering would be moved to a more enhanced digital platform offering known as the Vanguard Personal

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Employee Stock Options for Australian Expats in the US

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Employee Stock Options for Australian Expats in the US – In the quest for better employment benefits, Australian expats are increasingly looking beyond their borders. While receiving company stock options as part of one’s remuneration might be rare within Australia, it is a common practice in many international companies with expats. In Australia, where wage

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Safeguarding Your Assets as a Australian Expat

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Safeguarding Your Assets as a Australian Expat – Living the life of an Australian expat comes with its own unique financial challenges, with asset and wealth preservation standing out as an area demanding attention. In this article, we will explore effective strategies that a Australian expat can employ to safeguard your assets and preserve your

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Australian Expats Guide to Financial Success Overseas

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Australian Expats Guide to Financial Success – It’s no secret that Australians love to explore the world and often that means packing our bags and heading overseas to start a new adventure. Whether it’s to reunite with family, explore new cultures or chase exciting work opportunities, we all have our reasons for making the move

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Thai Revenue Department Provides Welcome Clarity to Newly Proposed Tax Rules

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