Expat Chat Episode 169 – Taxation of US Retirement Accounts
Welcome to the one hundred sixty ninth episode of the #ExpatChat podcast, Taxation of US Retirement Accounts. In this episode, Atlas Wealth Group’s Managing Director – APAC, James Ridley, is joined by special guest Martin Jack, Atlas Wealth’s US specialist Financial Planner, while co-host Brett Evans is away.
With US tax season underway, James and Martin unpack one of the most common and confusing topics facing Australian expats in the United States. That is, how US retirement accounts are taxed and what happens to them when you eventually return home. They break down the key differences in how the IRS and the ATO treat US retirement accounts, and why those differences can create unexpected tax outcomes on repatriation.
Furthermore, the conversation covers the most common US retirement structures, including 401(k)s, IRAs, Roth IRAs, and employer-sponsored matching strategies, as well as less familiar plans such as 403(b) and 457 accounts. Martin explains what is taxed versus tax-free and how transactions are viewed from an Australian perspective. Finally, what returning expats should carefully consider before making decisions around their retirement savings.
Packed with practical scenarios and expert insights, this episode is essential listening for Australian expats in the US who want clarity and confidence around US retirement accounts. Along with cross-border tax rules, and planning for life after repatriation.
About the Podcast: Expat Chat – Taxation of US Retirement Accounts
Links that we discussed in this episode include:
- Upcoming US Events
- The Expat’s Handbook available for pre-order
- Facebook Group – Don’t forget to join our Australian Expat Financial Forum Facebook Group
- Ask Atlas – Click here to have your questions answered on the podcast
Beyond Expat Chat, you can discover more content from Atlas Wealth Group through our other podcasts and YouTube series:
- Expat Mortgage Podcast
- Weekly Recap Podcast
- Alpine Aussies – This series showcases the journeys of Australian expats living and working in Switzerland.
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About Atlas Wealth Group:
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