US citizens abroad are not subject to FIRPTA, which is the most common misconception when selling US property from overseas. Here's what actually applies: capital gains, the 121 exclusion after years abroad, state source-income tax, and when FIRPTA does come into play.
The US exit tax applies only to covered expatriates — most who renounce never owe it. But the calculation is more complex than most guides explain. Capital gains, deferred income, and retirement accounts are each treated differently.
A mailbox gets you an address. SavvyNomad gets you a driver's license, Declaration of Domicile, CPA access, and compliance monitoring, the full US residency setup VirtualPostMail doesn't touch. Here's the complete comparison.
Both offer a US address and domicile support in no-income-tax states — but they're built for different lives. Escapees has 40 years of RV infrastructure. SavvyNomad is built for people living outside the US entirely. Here's how they actually compare.
Moving away from a state doesn't automatically end your tax obligation there. States look at domicile, day count, intent, and continuing connections, and the burden of proof is on you. Here's the exact two-phase checklist for cutting ties cleanly and making it stick.
Some states don't let you walk away. California, New York, and Illinois have dedicated audit units and billions in incentives to argue you never really left. Here's how the stickiest states rank, and what a clean exit takes.
More and more Americans are moving abroad, and there are plenty of good reasons. Some want a lower cost of living, better healthcare, or a slower pace of life. Others are attracted by the affordable cost of high-quality healthcare and overall cost of living in countries like Panama and
Renewing your US passport from abroad doesn't require a trip home, but the process depends on your situation, and there's one practical problem most guides skip entirely. Here's what expats and digital nomads actually need to know.
Establishing Florida domicile while living abroad is legal, well-established, and explicitly supported by Florida statute, not a loophole. Learn what the law actually requires, why your former state is the real risk to manage, and how to build a domicile that holds up.
Thinking about leaving Oregon? Learn how domicile works, what steps help establish a new residency, and how to avoid common mistakes that can trigger residency audits or ongoing Oregon tax obligations.
Living abroad does not automatically eliminate your Florida homestead exemption. Learn how domicile, residency, rentals, and property use affect eligibility.
Medicare generally does not cover healthcare outside the United States. Learn what changes when you move abroad and how expats plan for healthcare.