Hey guys, I’ve been living the digital nomad life full-time for a while now – working remotely, traveling, and just loving the freedom it brings. But you know what’s been getting on my nerves lately? Taxes, man. I’m officially based in Europe (shoutout to Germany) and let me tell you, I’m forking over about 40% of my hard-earned cash to the taxman. It’s seriously killing my vibe. I mean, I hustle, I explore new places, I don’t even use that many public services, and yet Uncle Sam still wants his cut.
I keep hearing whispers about some nomads setting up fancy-sounding LLCs in the US or other tax-friendly havens, paying close to zilch in taxes legally, and basically living the dream – tax-free. Is this for real, though? Are any of you out there actually doing this? If so, spill the beans – how did you pull it off? And most importantly, are there any pitfalls or red flags I should keep an eye out for?
So, just to clarify, I’m not physically residing in Germany. I’m a German national, still officially registered there, but I’ve pretty much ghosted the place and yet I’m hemorrhaging money in taxes. It’s a real head-scratcher, folks.
So, if you’ve cracked the code on tax optimization as a digital nomad, I’m all ears. Hit me up with your tips, tricks, and cautionary tales. Let’s help each other out and navigate this tax maze together. Much appreciated, fam. Peace ✌️