Rethink Expats

Clear, practical money and life decisions for Americans living abroad

No hype. No jargon. Just field-tested guidance on cross-border money, residency realities, and the choices that follow you overseas

* Education only. Not tax, legal, or investment advice.

WHY THIS EXISTS

Because leaving the U.S. doesn’t make U.S. rules disappear.

Living abroad changes how your money works. The U.S. still follows citizens and green card holders through taxes, reporting, banking friction, retirement accounts, and investment restrictions. We break it down in plain English so you can make confident decisions from anywhere.

START HERE

Start here if you’re overwhelmed.

Get the Rethink Expats Starter Kit: quick playbooks and checklists that help you spot risks early and move forward with clarity.

What’s inside:

CHOOSE YOUR NEXT STEP

Pick the level of help you need.

Most people don’t need a full financial plan on day one. They need clarity and a next step.

Learn (Free)

Short weekly episodes + practical explainers that turn confusion into action.

Download (Guides + Playbooks)

Practical guides built for Americans abroad. No fluff, just steps.

Get a Plan (Paid Session)

If you want clarity fast, book a structured planning session and leave with next steps.

Work with the right Pro when you need

When your situation requires personal advice, we point you toward properly licensed professionals in the right jurisdiction.
FEATURED GUIDES

Popular Resources

The guides people grab when they’re done guessing.

The Forgotten 401(k) Playbook

What to do, what not to do, and how to avoid costly rollover mistakes abroad.

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PFIC Survival Kit

The simplest explanation you’ll find, plus the questions that prevent expensive “oops.”

Janice Diaz

American expat in Europe with 25+ years building financial education and growth operations. Creating practical resources for Americans abroad.

Robert Rigby-Hall

British-born, U.S.-based dual national. Big-company HR and organizational leadership expert, bringing real-world clarity to expat decisions.

MEET THE HOSTS

Built by long-time expats. Not armchair commentators.

Janice and Robert have spent over a decade building educational platforms for Americans overseas and U.S.-connected families. They blend real-world stories with practical clarity so you can rethink how you manage money abroad.

Want to Stay Ahead?

Subscribe for the latest episodes and free financial guides designed for Americans abroad.

THE PODCAST

The podcast that respects your intelligence.

Rethink Expats is where Americans abroad get the unvarnished playbook for life and wealth across borders. Money, residency, healthcare, work, and mindset. Every episode aims to turn uncertainty into next steps.

Education-first. Always. We don’t do fear tactics don’t sell magic loopholes give you frameworks you can use today

Get in Touch

We partner with brands and organizations that align with our mission bringing clarity, integrity, and education to Americans living abroad. If you’d like to collaborate or sponsor an episode, reach out below.

Partner With Us

We partner with brands and organizations that align with our mission — bringing clarity, integrity, and education to Americans living abroad. If you’d like to collaborate or sponsor an episode, reach out below.