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What changes when you become a tax resident in Switzerland
Swiss tax residency requires declaring all global income and assets, facing progressive taxes at federal, cantonal, and municipal levels. Rules…
Americans in France: Common Cultural Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Key cultural mistakes Americans make in France include ignoring formal greetings, expecting English, rushing meals, and dressing too casually. Success…
How to obtain Costa Rica residency for your non-American spouse
Securing Costa Rican residency for a non-American spouse requires careful document preparation, marriage registration, and DGME application. After three years…
USCIS Shatters Records With EB-1 Petitions Surge
EB-1 and K-1 immigration routes face record demand but stricter scrutiny and longer queues. EB-1 approval rates dropped in 2024,…
Portugal salaries trail far behind United States for similar jobs
Average salaries in the United States far exceed those in Portugal, even after accounting for Portugal’s 45% lower cost of…
Ancestry visa not needed: Americans claim Italian citizenship by descent
Italy grants Italian citizenship by descent (jure sanguinis) to Americans who prove an unbroken lineage. This process replaces the idea…
Work-Life Balance: Why Sweden Works Fewer Hours Than the US
Sweden guarantees short workweeks, extensive paid leave, and strong public support, creating superior work-life balance. U.S. workers often face longer…
Average Salary in Portugal Lags Behind United States for 2025
United States salaries are three to four times higher than in Portugal, but Portugal boasts a cost of living about…