Joseph Leung
Joseph began freelance writing and working as an independent consultant in early 2009 upon returning to Vancouver, British Columbia after having lived in the San Francisco Bay Area in California for over 10 years.
Joseph has been in the global mobility consulting profession for over 10 years providing human resources, tax, and payroll advice to corporations with globally mobile employees on international assignments. He helps employees on assignments to navigate complex individual tax matters. Joseph spoke at various human resources and international mobility conferences on the tax impacts to employers and employees from international business travel.
Joseph worked with two professional accounting firms in Vancouver and in the San Francisco Bay Area as well as a leading semi-conductor manufacturer in the Silicon Valley as its in-house global mobility consultant.
Joseph graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Commerce degree. He is a Canadian Chartered Accountant and an I.R.S. Enrolled Agent.
His return to Canada involves downsizing from a 1,600 square-foot city home in San Jose to a condo of less than 520 square feet in downtown Vancouver. He is enjoying a simpler living that allows him, his partner and their shiba-inu to contribute to a greener living experience.
Latest Articles
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Planning for Semi-Retirement
With careful planning, taking an extended sabbatical to realign career goals, to travel, or to spend time with family can be within reach earlier than most workers think.
Nov 17, 2009
- Joseph Leung
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Retail Price Scan Accuracy Laws in Canada & U.S.
Consumers should carefully check their receipts before leaving the store. Scanner laws offer rewards to consumers who are charged the wrong price which can save money.
Nov 8, 2009
- Joseph Leung
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Smart & Eco-Friendly Gift Exchanges
Wrapping paper from opened holiday gifts is strewn all over around the tree. Will the new presents be tossed aside and quickly forgotten or will they be treasured?
Nov 5, 2009
- Joseph Leung
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Gift Giving in Chinese Culture
A set of nice pots and pans is a common wedding gift for many young couples. The frying pan in the set, however, may not be welcomed by a traditional family.
Oct 20, 2009
- Joseph Leung
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Things to Consider Before Adopting a Dog
While it is compassionate and rewarding to adopt a pet from the animal shelter, it is important to envision all the life changes involved by having a dog at home.
Oct 14, 2009
- Joseph Leung
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Removing Pet Hair from Home Can be Simple
As much as dogs and cats are well loved and put up with, pet hair can cause frustration and embarrassment. A few simple routines can help avoid tumble weeds at home.
Oct 6, 2009
- Joseph Leung
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Public Art Display in Vancouver BC
While Vancouver BC can be an expensive city to visit particularly during the 2010 Olympics, the very walkable city offers cultural stimulation free of charge.
Sep 30, 2009
- Joseph Leung
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International Business Travel
Most savvy international business travelers are well aware of visa and immigration requirements. Foreign income tax reporting requirements are still a mystery to many.
Sep 25, 2009
- Joseph Leung
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Home Downsizing Encourages Simple Living
Downsizing a home does not equate to purging only. It allows one to re-think what to keep, what to acquire and how to keep one's life essentials and indulgence.
Sep 24, 2009
- Joseph Leung
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Home Downsizing Requires Creativity
A typical downtown studio often does not allow a traditional dining room and elbow room to co-exist. Convertible coffee tables allow dinner guests to eat comfortably.
Sep 22, 2009
- Joseph Leung
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