Passport to Wealth™

In this episode of Passport To Wealth™, Arielle Tucker CFP®, EA sits down with international bestselling author and speaker Jordan Tarver to explore what it truly means to choose a nomadic life abroad as an American. After surviving a life changing car accident, Jordan made a conscious decision to stop living on autopilot and begin designing a life rooted in intention, awareness, and personal alignment. That decision ultimately led him to leave the US and live nomadically across Europe.Jordan shares the mindset shifts that helped him embrace uncertainty, redefine success, and navigate the emotional realities of building a life outside the United States. The conversation explores the internal work required to make bold life changes, including cultivating stillness, journaling, and developing clarity around what is trying to emerge in your life.The episode also addresses the practical realities Americans face when living abroad, including visa limitations, citizenship through ancestry, and the logistical considerations of long term life in Europe. This conversation offers both inspiration and grounded guidance for Americans considering a move abroad or rethinking what a meaningful life can look like beyond traditional expectations.Takeaways:In this episode, we explored the transformative journey of Jordan Tarver, who embraced a nomadic lifestyle throughout Europe after a life-altering experience.Listeners will benefit from understanding the importance of awareness in initiating meaningful life changes and pursuing one's dreams.We discussed practical strategies for cultivating stillness and reflection, including journaling and meditation, as essential tools for personal growth.Jordan emphasized the significance of dual citizenship and the various visa options available for Americans wishing to live abroad long-term.The conversation highlighted the challenges and opportunities of building community while living a nomadic lifestyle in different countries.We examined the contrasting work-life balance between the United States and Europe, underlining the value of prioritizing personal well-being over incessant hustle.

Season 3 of Passport To Wealth™ marks an exciting next chapter focused on the real financial, tax, and immigration challenges Americans face when living abroad. Hosted by Arielle Tucker CFP®, EA, this season goes beyond surface level advice to deliver practical guidance on US expat taxes, cross border financial planning, visas, and relocation strategy.Listeners will hear from trusted experts and real US expats navigating life overseas, alongside the launch of Passport To Wealth™’s growing network of vetted fiduciary advisors. The goal is simple and powerful: to give Americans abroad the clarity, tools, and support they need to confidently build a life beyond US borders.

Moving abroad is exciting, but navigating US taxes as an expat can be overwhelming, confusing, and full of expensive pitfalls. In this episode, we sit down with Emily Haines, CPA, the CEO & Founder of Xpatax Solutions, and Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA, to break down the biggest mistakes Americans make when living and working overseas and how to avoid them.Whether you're already an expat or preparing to move abroad, this episode gives you the clarity you need on topics like foreign tax credits (Form 1116), PFICs, foreign pensions, local retirement accounts, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE), and year-end tax planning for US citizens abroad.Emily and Arielle explain why the US and foreign tax systems often don’t align, how well-meaning expats unintentionally create long-term tax problems, and what you should review each year to stay compliant and optimize your global financial strategy.

What does it take to truly thrive abroad, not just survive?In this eye-opening episode, host Arielle Tucker CFP®, EA sits down with intercultural psychologist and expat coach Deborah Dahab to explore the deeper, often overlooked side of international relocation.Together, they unpack why moving abroad isn’t a magic fix and how Americans can better prepare emotionally and psychologically for the journey. Deborah shares personal stories from her own expat life, practical strategies for building resilience, and the importance of defining your own version of success. From understanding cultural shock to building a support system and aligning your goals with your move, this conversation is packed with valuable insights for anyone dreaming of a life overseas.Whether you’re planning your first move abroad or reevaluating life as a long-time expat, this episode will help you shift your mindset, clarify your purpose, and thrive wherever you land.

In this episode of Passport to Wealth™, host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA, sits down with Christopher J. Hughey, entrepreneur and founder of Americans Moving to Spain, to uncover what US citizens really need to know before taking the leap abroad. From navigating Spain’s digital nomad and non-lucrative visas to understanding how culture, bureaucracy, and lifestyle differ from the US, this episode pulls back the curtain on what life in Spain truly looks like for Americans.Christopher shares what inspired him to create a platform helping thousands of US expats move abroad, the most common mistakes Americans make when relocating to Spain, and how to prepare financially, emotionally, and logistically for your move. Whether you’re exploring retirement abroad, remote work in Spain, or simply dreaming of Mediterranean life, this conversation is packed with actionable insight, practical visa guidance, and hard-earned wisdom for anyone ready to start a new chapter overseas.

In this episode of Passport to Wealth™, host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA is joined by cross-border financial expert Jane Mepham, CFP®, founder of Elgon Financial Advisors and host of the International Money Cafe podcast. Together, they dive deep into the financial, legal, and tax challenges immigrants, expats, and globally mobile professionals face when moving to or from the United States.Whether you're entering the U.S. on a work visa like H-1B or L-1, or preparing to repatriate or retire abroad, this episode covers the real-world planning opportunities and pitfalls that could cost you thousands if overlooked. This episode is essential listening for immigrants, foreign nationals, and U.S. expats who want to make smarter financial decisions and avoid the common traps around taxation, compliance, and wealth preservation.

In this episode of Passport to Wealth™, host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA sits down with Ambika Mathur, model, creator, and founder of Travel with Amby, to explore her journey from Southern California to Naples, Italy. After dreaming of life abroad for years, Ambika took a leap of faith by booking a one-way ticket to Europe that led her not only to a new country but also to love. Today, she shares her honest insights about what it’s really like to move abroad as an American: from navigating visas and language barriers to finding belonging in a new culture. Together, Arielle and Ambika discuss the realities of expat life, the challenges of starting over, and the rewards of embracing uncertainty. Whether you’re considering your own move overseas or simply curious about life in Italy, this episode offers both inspiration and practical wisdom for your global journey.

In this episode of the Passport to Wealth™, host Arielle Tucker, CFP®, EA, sits down with Saaya Sorrells-Weatherford, the CEO and co-founder of Emigreat, a regtech startup simplifying the global relocation process for companies and immigrants alike.Saaya shares her deeply personal story of navigating complex immigration systems across multiple countries, from her multicultural upbringing in Japan to building a purpose-driven tech company in Sweden. Together, Arielle and Saaya discuss the realities of moving abroad, the hidden challenges of cross-border living, and the rising global trends shaping immigration policy. This thoughtful conversation unpacks what it means to be an “accidental entrepreneur,” the biases immigrants face in international job markets, and how technology can make relocation fairer and more transparent.Whether you’re an aspiring expat, startup founder, or globally minded professional, this episode offers practical insights into resilience, adaptability, and building meaningful impact through innovation.

Raising children abroad comes with unique rewards and challenges. In this episode, host Arielle Tucker, CFP® EA, sits down with Angela Vitiello MBA, MS Ed, founder of the Expat Parenting Collective, to explore how globally mobile families can thrive through transition. A coach, researcher, and expat parenting expert, Angela has lived in four countries across three continents and now helps families strengthen their communication, resilience, and relationships as they navigate expat life.From identity shifts and parental burnout to raising third culture kids and managing cross-cultural partnerships, Angela shares her research and lived experience to help parents build emotional awareness, stronger partnerships, and healthier family systems abroad.Whether you are preparing for your first international move or already raising your family overseas, this conversation will help you understand how to create stability, connection, and growth in your expat journey.

Have you ever wondered if it’s too late to move abroad after 30? For many women, the idea of starting fresh overseas feels out of reach, but Cepee Tabibian, founder of She Hit Refresh, proves otherwise.At 35, she sold her belongings, left Texas, and moved to Spain, a dream she had been chasing since she first visited Madrid at 21. That leap changed her life and sparked a movement.Today, Cepee is the author of I’m Outta Here: An American’s Ultimate Visa Guide to Living in Europe, featured in Forbes as a trusted resource for Americans navigating the visa process. Through her masterclasses, her private membership community, and the She Hit Refresh social platforms, she has helped thousands of women over 30 take their own bold steps toward a life abroad.In this episode, Cepee talks about the real challenges US expats face, from housing and bureaucracy to finding lasting friendships. Cepee explains how digital nomad and retirement visas are opening new doors for US expats, why Albania is becoming a surprising destination, and how mindset and patience are just as important as logistics when you’re moving overseas.If you’re a woman dreaming of a new chapter in Spain, Portugal, Mexico, or beyond, Cepee’s story will inspire you to get clear on your vision and take practical steps toward building a life you love abroad.