US Expats in Europe Could Face Surprise Inheritance Taxes

Think inheritance is tax-free for Americans?
That depends on where you live.
In this episode of Passport To Wealth™, Ramin Olson joins Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA to explain a hidden risk for US expats living in countries like France or Germany.
In the US:
• There is no inheritance tax for beneficiaries
• Estate tax generally only applies above roughly $15 million
But abroad, the rules can change dramatically.
If you become a tax resident in another country, you may be subject to:
• Foreign inheritance taxes on assets received from US family members
• Different tax rates, exemptions, and filing requirements
• Unexpected tax bills simply based on where you live
That means you could move abroad and unknowingly expose your inheritance to taxation that would not exist in the US.
The key takeaway?
Cross border estate and inheritance planning matters before you move.
Host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA brings real conversations to help Americans abroad avoid costly surprises and plan smarter globally.
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