The first time I walked into an Italian bank, I thought I’d made a wrong turn and ended up in a museum. The marble counters were chipped from the 1960s, the chairs squeaked, and the teller—an older man with a mustache that looked unionized—stamped my form with a satisfying thud that echoed through the room like a declaration of independence. No rush. No digital screens counting my impatience. Just the rhythm of a man who has never once said the words “time is money.” And that

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The 7% flat tax in Italy sounds simple — pay 7% on your pension income and live happily ever after. But once you dig into the details, the picture gets a lot messier. Social Security, IRAs, private pensions, annuities, government pensions, VA benefits, and Roth IRAs are all treated differently under the U.S.–Italy tax treaty.

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Before you can rent an apartment, open a bank account, or register with the Italian health system, you’ll need a Codice Fiscale — Italy’s version of a Social Security Number. This post breaks down what it is, why you need it, and how to get one before you even move. Whether you’re applying for a visa, securing a long-term lease, or just trying to open a wine club membership, this little code matters more than you think.

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Think moving abroad means you’re done paying U.S. state taxes? Think again. If you’re leaving California, New York, or another high-tax state, you need more than a plane ticket—you need a paper trail that proves you’re gone for good. From surrendering your driver’s license to scrubbing your digital footprint, this guide breaks down how to legally and permanently cut tax ties before you move abroad.

If you’re retiring in Italy with U.S. retirement accounts, read this first. Learn how Italy taxes IRAs, Roth IRAs, and 401(k)s, how the U.S.-Italy tax treaty works, and what to expect under Italy’s progressive and 7% flat tax regimes.