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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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How to Transfer Your Money to Sydney (and How NOT to Transfer Your Money)
Transferring money internationally is a common problem for expats as many still have bills back...
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Tips for Finding an Apartment in Sydney with Minimum Savings
Are you moving to Sydney on a shoestring budget? If so, then today’s Mailbox Monday post is...
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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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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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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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Furnishing Your First Apartment in Sydney on a Budget
Doesn’t matter if you decide to ship your household to Australia or arrive with just a suitcase,...
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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.
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Australian 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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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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Car Finance for Expats in Australia
Are you thinking of buying a car when you arrive in Sydney? Here’s what you need to know about financing a car in Australia.
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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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Getting to Know Your Australian Superannuation
The team at Nationwide Super provided Sydney Moving Guide the content for this post. So, you’re...
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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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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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Common UK Expatriate Tax Issues
Common UK Expatriate Tax questions and answers for UK expats living in Australia. Dates to remember, residence rules, claiming UK state pension and more.
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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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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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Five Mistakes To Avoid When Transferring Money Overseas
One of the biggest issues you will have as an expat is getting your money sorted. The last thing...
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What is an Australian Superannuation?
Australia’s Superannuation is a Hybrid Retirement Fund Similar to Both Social Security and a...
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