In this episode of "Talking Expat Taxes," host Alex McGowin sits down with Michael Maxwell of Ariete Capital to break down Italy's investor visa - better known as the golden visa - and what it actually gets you. Michael explains the two routes most people take, including the €250,000 innovative startup investment, and why Italy's process stands apart: you get pre-approved before you invest, and you can hold a visa in six to seven months rather than waiting years.

Alex and Michael also compare Italy to Portugal in the wake of the NHR changes and the shift from five to ten years for citizenship, walk through Italy's four special tax regimes for new residents, and cover the piece most people miss - that immigration residency and tax residency are two different things. If you're a U.S. citizen weighing a move, a plan B, or simply more time in Europe, this conversation lays out the trade-offs clearly.

The 2025 tariff landscape has fundamentally changed how foreign businesses should structure their US operations. In this essential episode, Alex McGowin sits down with Eran Shif, founder of Incodox and former Ernst & Young transfer pricing expert, to unpack the complex intersection of transfer pricing, customs duties, and international tax strategy.

If you're a non-US brand selling into the American market, this conversation could save you hundreds of thousands in unnecessary tariff costs while keeping you compliant with both IRS and CBP requirements.

Learn why US expats need specialized cross-border financial planning. Join Alex McGowin as he sits down with Ariel Tucker, CFP and enrolled agent, to explore the critical gap in financial planning for US expats in Europe. Discover how traditional US advisors often miss crucial cross-border considerations, why Switzerland's cantonal tax system changes everything, and how to avoid costly mistakes when investing abroad. From currency management to inheritance tax planning, this conversation reveals why specialized expertise matters more than ever for Americans building wealth overseas.