The demands of living and working abroad can often lead to neglecting retirement plans. American expats face the further complication of managing US-based retirement accounts from overseas. In this article we look at 401k & IRA accounts and how to manage them while living in Japan.
Choosing a life insurance policy can be confusing, so it is essential to pick the right cover to fit your life. While there are many ways a life insurance policy can be structured, the two most common types of policies are term life and whole of life. In this article we look at the main differences and which one might suit you the best.
When markets are volatile, people often hesitate to put their money to work because they feel they should wait for “the right time,” hoping to hit the bottom of the market. The reality is that timing the markets is not a strategy that always works. Here are 6 reasons why “time in the market” is a better strategy.
The ‘20 million yen problem’ was a warning presented by the Japanese government, and highlighted the lack of adequate funds for retirees in Japan. In this article we look at how this impacts foreigners living in Japan, and what you can do to plan for it.
Financial opportunities are few and far between for US nationals living abroad. However, there are still opportunities to be able to invest and manage their wealth from abroad. In this article, we look at the challenges and then ways to make it work.
The Japanese pension system can be challenging. With this in mind, we’ve written this brief guide to try and make this topic a bit less confusing for those living and working in Japan, regardless of duration of stay.
Everyone is obliged to contribute to the Japanese Pension system, including foreign nationals working in Japan. If you are here only temporarily, you will not be able to enjoy any benefits from this system. In this article we look at the options to claim your pension contributions back.
Due to its technical nature, Japan’s inheritance tax has always been a subject of confusion among expatriates and foreign nationals. Inheritance from abroad could be taxed in Japan as high as 55%. Here’s what you can do to prepare in advance and protect your wealth.
Nobody likes paying taxes, especially in Japan, where taxes are significantly high. Luckily if you are a foreigner living in Japan there are some tax deductions can you claim. In this article we’ll take a look at ways to reduce your tax bill in Japan.
Gift tax is arguably the most misunderstood of all taxes in Japan. This is due to its complexity, criteria for payment, and constantly changing regulations. The government imposes gift taxes to prevent individuals from dodging the inheritance tax. This article covers the basics you need to know.
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