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Ashley works with clients to bring strategy, structure, clarity and confidence to their global financial lives and keep it that way. ​In 2013, Ashley founded Arete Wealth Strategists, a fee-only financial planning and investment management firm for Australian/American expatriates.
April 14, 2026

How to Bring your US Retirement Accounts (e.g. 401(k), IRAs) Home to Australia in 2026

In this session, we explored practical and compliant strategies for Australians returning home or already residing in Australia with US retirement accounts.
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Ashley works with clients to bring strategy, structure, clarity and confidence to their global financial lives and keep it that way. ​In 2013, Ashley founded Arete Wealth Strategists, a fee-only financial planning and investment management firm for Australian/American expatriates.

In this session, we explored practical and compliant strategies for Australians returning home or already residing in Australia with US retirement accounts.

Topics included:

  • How US retirement accounts (401(k), IRA, Roth, etc.) are treated under Australian tax law
  • The tax and currency implications of transferring or rolling over these funds
  • Strategic timing considerations for repatriation given 2026 market and exchange rate dynamics.
  • Options for consolidating and investing these assets in Australia while maintaining compliance in both jurisdictions.
  • Understanding ongoing US tax reporting obligations after your move.
  • Common pitfalls, such as triggering US early withdrawal penalties or double taxation.
  • Real-world case studies and planning frameworks for effective cross-border retirement asset management.

We hope you enjoy!

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