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Green Card US Taxes: Filing Requirements for Holders
As a green card holder, you are a tax resident and are taxed on your worldwide income from the date you get your green card, under the...
IRS Tax Amnesty Programs Explained
The Internal Revenue Service offers several amnesty programs designed to help delinquent taxpayers come into compliance with their tax...
Understanding Beneficial Ownership Information (BOIR) Reporting
Starting January 1, 2024, a crucial new mandate requires businesses to engage in beneficial ownership information reporting. The Financial...
What is Foreign Earned Income?
Foreign earned income refers to income earned by U.S. citizens or resident aliens from working in a foreign country. This includes wages,...
Tax Home: IRS Definition and Implications
For US expats navigating the complexities of tax obligations, understanding the concept of a “tax home” is crucial. The tax home test is...
Foreign Housing Deduction: A Guide for Self-Employed US Expats
Living abroad as a self-employed U.S. expat comes with unique financial benefits, one of which is the Foreign Housing Deduction. This...
IRS Form 5472: Filing Guide for Foreign-Owned LLCs
Form 5472 is a crucial document for certain foreign-owned U.S. corporations and foreign corporations engaged in a U.S. trade or business....
Being an Accidental American: A Tax Perspective
While American citizenship offers many privileges, it also comes with numerous tax obligations. This can be particularly challenging for...
Who Files 1040NR: Nonresident Alien Tax Return
Understanding U.S. tax obligations, including filing obligations, is essential for nonresident aliens, especially those who earn...
IRS Form 1116: How to claim the Foreign Tax Credit (With Examples)
For U.S. citizens living abroad, IRS Form 1116 is the key to avoiding double taxation on income earned in a foreign country. This form...
EA vs CPA: Understanding the Key Differences for Your Tax Needs
Navigating the complex landscape of tax regulations, particularly for U.S. expats, requires the expertise of skilled tax professionals....
Foreign Self-Employment Income: A US Expat’s Guide
Navigating the intricate world of expat taxes presents unique challenges and reporting obligations for self-employed U.S. citizens living...
The Refundable Additional Child Tax Credit Guide for Expats
Navigating the labyrinthine U.S. tax system is challenging enough for American taxpayers living stateside, let alone for those residing...
Tips For Mailing Your Tax Return From Abroad
For US expatriates, navigating the process of submitting their annual income tax return to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) can present...
