Your U.S. Home Base Abroad

You’ve been planning where you’ll live overseas. But what happens to the life you’re leaving behind in the United States?

Your bank accounts, mail, car, important documents, taxes, retirement income, and government benefits may all need attention before you go. Your U.S. Home Base Abroad helps you think through those decisions so you can make a plan that fits your life.

Inside, you’ll explore what it means to keep a U.S. home base, how to manage mail and banking from another country, and what to consider when deciding whether to sell, store, or keep your vehicle and belongings. You’ll also find guidance on questions to ask about state residency, U.S. taxes, Social Security, SSI, pensions, Medicare, and who can handle important business if you can’t do it yourself.

With practical checklists and official resources to verify, this guide helps you organize the details that are easy to miss while you’re focused on your new destination. Because the move abroad is exciting, but knowing what’s happening back home can make it a whole lot less stressful.