Catchment Zones for Primary Schools in Sydney
Interactive map of catchment zones for all government primary schools in Sydney with contact information, location of school, and if the school offers preschool too.
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Cost of Living in Sydney: Breakdown of Rents by Suburb
Are you wondering what your cost of living in Sydney will be? Here is a Guide to Rents in Sydney by Neighborhood that will help with your monthly budget.
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Sorting Out the Cost Of Living in Sydney Before You Move
How expensive it is to living in Sydney? To help you estimate your cost of living in Sydney, here is a breakdown of daily and monthly expenses.
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Over 60 of the Best BYO Restaurants in Sydney
Sixty-five of the best BYO restaurants in Sydney listed by suburb with corkage fees and recommendations on what to order. This is the most complete list of BYO restaurants in Sydney you will find online.
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Bank Accounts for Expats Moving to Australia
Part of moving to Australia is opening your bank accounts. Here are the top five Australian banks that allow you to do open an account before arriving in Australia.
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How to Open Your Australian Bank Account Before You Leave Home
Open your Australian Bank account before you arrive in Sydney will be one of the easiest parts of your relocation. You don’t even need an approved visa! It will take you no more than three minutes.
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Understanding US Expatriate Taxes
As a US expat, your taxes just got more complicated. Not filing your taxes correctly can result in some very large fines. Here’s what you need to know plus I clear up several misconceptions.
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What is an FBAR? Who Must File an FBAR? And Other Questions from US Expats Living in Australia.
All US expats living abroad need to know what an FBAR is and if they are required to file one. Chances are, if you have any financial accounts overseas like a bank account, you will have to file an FBAR depending on the maximum value of your accounts during the year. Here’s what you need to know.
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What US Expats Living in Australia Need to Know About FATCA
What is FATCA and how does it affect taxes of US expats living in Australia. This post covers Form 8938 Filing Thresholds Values, the Physical Presence Test, How to Figure the 12-month Period for the Physical Presence Test and the Bona Fide Residence Test.
Read MoreAustralian Medicare Levy Exemption: Get 2% of Your Income Back
If you do not qualify for Medicare in Australia, and are a taxpayer, you can claim a Medicare Levy Exemption at the end of the year and get any tax you paid back. The percentage of tax back ranges from 1% to 2% of your income tax. Here’s how to get that tax back.
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An Expat’s Guide to Taxes in Australia
Here’s what you need to know about filing a tax return in Australia plus Australian income tax tables and how to file your taxes online. I also list all the due dates you need to know.
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Do You Owe Tax When Transferring Money to Australia?
Many expats transfer large sums of money to Australia when they move. Is that money going to be taxed after it’s transferred? What about money you bring with you on the plane to Australia?
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Australian Superannuations and Filing a US Tax Return While Living Abroad
How to report your Australian Superannuation when you file your US tax return is very confusing. Here are the basics to what you need to know.
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How to Get Your Australian Tax File Number
Getting an Australian Tax File Number (TFN) is something that everyone moving to Australia needs to do. If you are moving to Australia, and plan on working, you will need a TFN. If you don’t have a TFN, you cannot file a tax return. Here’s how to get your TFN without having a permanent address in Sydney.
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Your Australian Tax Questions Answered
SMG readers wrote in with their questions about paying tax in Australia as an expat. Questions range from transferring money to tax deductions and more. Answers provided by H&R Block Australia.
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Expat’s Guide to Currency Exchange and Transferring Money Overseas
What every expat needs to know when transferring money internationally. Be sure to check out my...
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Getting an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for Shipping from the USA to Australia
When shipping a container from the USA to Australia, you will need to get an Employer Identification Number (EIN). Here is a step-by-step tutorial for how to get your EIN for your shipment to Australia.
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What Our Shipping Quote for Australia Did NOT Include
There are several charges you will be responsible for in Australia when your shipping container arrives. In this post, I list the charges and fees, and include our final invoice for our shipment from Seattle to Sydney.
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Breakdown of What Our Australia Shipping Quote Included
A detailed breakdown of what was included in our shipping quote from Seattle to Sydney, Australia. I also discuss the different packing options, the difference between LCL shipments and FCL shipments and list out everything included in our Australia shipping quote.
Read MoreHI! I’m Lauren…
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