Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers about the Rethink Expats community, podcast, and resources for Americans living abroad.

What is Rethink Expats?

Rethink Expats is a community and podcast for Americans living abroad or thinking about moving overseas. We talk about the real-life side of expat life, including U.S. financial rules, planning issues, relocation questions, and the decisions that often catch people off guard.

No. Rethink Expats is not a financial advisory firm. We are an educational platform and community. Our content is designed to help you understand key issues, ask better questions, and feel more informed as you navigate life abroad.

No. We do not provide personalized financial, tax, or legal advice. We share educational content, podcast conversations, and general guidance to help you better understand the landscape. For advice specific to your situation, you should speak with a properly licensed professional. See our Disclaimer for details.

Rethink Expats is for Americans abroad, Americans planning a move overseas, cross-border households, and globally minded people trying to make smarter decisions about life, money, and planning across borders.

We cover topics like moving abroad, planning ahead, U.S. person issues, foreign accounts, old 401(k)s, cross-border financial blind spots, expat lifestyle realities, and the emotional side of building a life outside the U.S. Some episodes are practical. Some are strategic. Some are the “nobody told me this” kind.

You can find all the episodes listed on our Podcasts page with links to the popular podcast platforms like Apple Podcast or Spotify. Also, you can listen inside each episode page. Those pages also include a short description, key takeaways, and related resources.

We release new episodes regularly. Check the Podcasts page for the latest releases and featured conversations. You can also join the community to stay updated.

Yes. Many episodes include show notes, practical guides, checklists, or other supporting resources to help you go deeper into the topic. Visit Guides page for more.

Yes. We welcome topic ideas and questions for future episodes and community discussion. While we cannot answer personal financial or tax questions, we do use listener feedback to shape future content. Feel free to Contact us.

You can join the community to get regular updates on new episodes, resources, and community news. As the community grows, we’ll also share new ways to participate, connect, and learn with us.

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