Community Blogs

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Feb 2

Understand Dutch inheritance law, tax rates, exemptions, and strategies for planning your estate as an expat

London, United Kingdom

• Feb 2

If you want to study in the United Kingdom (UK), you might need to apply for a student visa. This is an immigration condition for undergraduate and postgraduate...

Priya

Brussels, Belgium

• Feb 2

As with living in any country, you will need to work out whether it’s better for you to rent in Belgium or buy a Belgian property outright. According to the lat...

Sophie

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

• Feb 2

Playa del Carmen has 5 championship courses within 30 minutes: El Camaleon PGA venue ($369), Hard Rock ($250), Grand Coyote ($85-175), and Jack Nicklaus designs.

carlosmendoza

Mexico City, Mexico

• Feb 2

Mexico City's best street food: tacos al pastor, blue corn quesadillas at Plaza de Santo Domingo, tamales oaxaqueños. Top spots: Tacos Beto (Roma), La Esquinita del Pastor (Centro, 5 tacos ~69 pesos), El Vilsito volcano.

sarah

Singapore, Singapore

• Feb 2

Expats moving to Singapore have plenty to organize in their early days. However, along with all the excitement of getting to know your new country, you should p...

sglife

Bern, Switzerland

• Feb 2

Swiss business culture prioritizes punctuality, formality, and efficiency. Learn about hierarchy, etiquette, dress codes, and how to navigate professional life in Switzerland effectively.

Ingrid

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Feb 1

A comprehensive guide to freelance tax obligations, deductions, registration, and strategies for self-employed workers

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Feb 1

The Dutch tax system uses three boxes: Box 1 (income, 36.97-49.5%), Box 2 (shareholdings, 24.5-33%), and Box 3 (wealth, deemed return at 36%). File by May 1 via DigiD. The 30% ruling can save expats €10,000+ annually. Key deductions include mortgage interest and medical expenses.

Mexico City, Mexico

• Feb 1

Never take pink taxis in Mexico City-card scams charge $1,000+ instead of agreed fares, plus robbery/kidnapping risks. Even locals avoid them. Use Uber, DiDi, or white Sitio taxis with company names instead.

sarah

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Feb 1

A practical overview of Dutch corporate tax rates, deductions, exemptions, and filing requirements for company owners

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

• Feb 1

Pickleball in PDC: Poliforum Sports Complex, 5-6 courts, ~100 MXN/day, 7:45 AM-12 PM. Welcoming to newcomers with informal instruction. Year-round outdoor play.

carlosmendoza

London, United Kingdom

• Feb 1

International students can study in the UK at top universities like Oxford and Cambridge. Learn about visas, costs, scholarships, accommodation, and work rights.

Priya

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Jan 31

Luxembourg offers multilingual news through Luxembourg Times, Delano, RTL, and Luxemburger Wort. High press freedom rankings and constitutional protections ensure trustworthy media.

Thomas W

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• Jan 31

Start a business in the UAE with 100% foreign ownership in Free Zones, zero tax benefits, and 5-10 year entrepreneur visas available to internationals.