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Mark Mason

Missions is my calling. Finances is my hobby. Helping you is my pleasure. "Mark" is my ultra-ego.

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“…lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” 

Matthew 6:20-21 [ESV]

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10, 12 or 200 mistakes. Each one weighs heavily on the limited-income, US expatriate. So, while a few of these
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Have a 529 plan for the kiddos? Here are three suggestions:
#1 Take your 2020 distributions NOW!
#2 Don't take the distribution in your name (see article) if you pay taxes abroad.
#3 Move any investments to cash if your kiddo is within 3-5 years of using the funds.
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Any day that you find a way to legally protect investment dollars from the tax man is a good day!
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Time to think about year-end giving to charities? Don't forget to consider where you hope to get your tax deduction. https://vagabondfinances.com/where-to-give-to-charity/
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One of our main goals in Winning our Financial Freedom is to be able to give with Reckless Generosity. Whether you've "won" already or are just getting started, I trust that you are giv
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Don't miss Thun's webinar today on US Expat Account Closures and Restrictions.
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Noteworthy free online webinars or podcast events for US expats
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