About Expat Financial Wellness
Expat Financial Wellness was founded to address the unique financial challenges faced by expatriates living abroad. Born from firsthand experience and a deep understanding of both technical financial information and the expatriate lifestyle, our mission is to provide tailored financial assistance to those navigating the complexities of international living.
Living overseas presents a unique set of financial obstacles, from managing multiple currencies and tax regulations to securing the right insurance. At Expat Financial Wellness, we specialize in solving these problems, offering expert guidance and personalized strategies to help you achieve financial stability and peace of mind.
Our founder, Stephanie Higgins, AFC®, MQFP®, brings decades of personal and professional experience as an expat, coupled with accredited financial counseling and military-qualified financial planning credentials. This unique combination ensures that we not only understand your financial needs but also your lifestyle and goals.
Whether you're a veteran, government contractor, or private resident abroad, Expat Financial Wellness is here to support you with comprehensive financial planning, debt repayment strategies, investment education, and more. Let us help you build a solid financial foundation, so you can focus on enjoying your expat life with confidence and security.
Stephanie Higgins, AFC®, MQFP®
Expat Financial Wellness Founder, Accredited Financial Counselor ®, Military Qualified Financial Planner ®
Stephanie Higgins, AFC®, MQPF®, is a financial counselor and experienced expat professional dedicated to empowering U.S. veterans, government contractors, government employees, and American expats on their financial journeys. Having lived extensively abroad, Stephanie has a profound understanding of the unique opportunities and challenges associated with expatriate life.
Stephanie’s approach to financial counseling and planning is guided by her core values, with a strong emphasis on financial literacy as the cornerstone of financial success. As an Accredited Financial Counselor® (AFC®), a Candidate for CFP® certification, a Military Qualified Financial Planner (MQFP®) , and a tax preparer with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, Stephanie brings a wealth of expertise to support and guide individuals in achieving their financial goals.
