About this episode

This episode discusses the impact of Dutch tax changes on US expats, focusing on the Box 3 wealth tax and pre-immigration tax planning.

The Netherlands has long been one of the most attractive destinations for US expats in Europe. But recent and proposed tax changes could significantly impact how Americans living there build and protect wealth. In this episode of Passport To Wealth™ , Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA is joined by Kaitlin Krozel, CPA, founder of Krozel Capital , a firm specializing in tax and financial planning for US expats and globally mobile families. Together they unpack the Dutch tax system, including the controversial Box 3 wealth tax and proposed reforms that could tax unrealized investment gains. Kaitlin explains how the Netherlands’ approach differs from the US tax system and why Americans may face unexpected tax consequences on brokerage accounts, Roth IRAs, and even college savings plans. They also discuss the famous 30% ruling , recent policy changes affecting expats, and why pre-immigration tax planning has become more important than ever. If you are considering a move to the Netherlands or already living there, this conversation will help you understand the evolving tax landscape and how to prepare. In this episode, you will learn: How the Netherlands’ Box 3 wealth tax works Why unrealized…

People in this episode

Host: Arielle Tucker

Guest: Kaitlin Krozel

Topics covered

• wealth taxes
• US expats
• Dutch tax system
• Box 3 wealth tax
• pre-immigration tax planning
• 30% ruling
• investment gains

Keywords

• wealth taxes
• US expats
• Dutch tax system
• Box 3
• unrealized gains
• Roth IRAs
• 30% ruling
• tax planning

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Krozel Capital

Places: Netherlands, US

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