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It’s quite possible that expat taxes are regarded as the most confusing type of tax return filing for United States citizens. In fact, many expats don’t even realize there is such a thing as expatriate tax returns until after they have to file their first returns after moving abroad. Unfortunately, lack of knowledge about expat…
Will You Owe Taxes?
In another year that seems different than anything we are used to, some expatriates may find themselves owing taxes this time around. If expatriates received an advanced payment of the Child Tax Credit, you could owe taxes if your income changes. The original amount paid out for the Child Tax Credit was based on tax…
New Requirement: Beneficial Ownership Information Report Due January 1, 2025
Under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), most U.S. businesses are now required to file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR) by January 1, 2025. This new mandate, overseen by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), aims to enhance transparency in business ownership and help prevent financial crimes. The BOIR requires businesses to report key details about their…
The Importance of Tax Specialization
There are a lot of tax firms that are good at a lot of different areas when it comes to tax preparation. And then there is Expatriate Tax Returns. We’re very good at one area… expat taxes. That is what we focus on. Nothing else. With so many tax preparers out there, you need…
The 5 Most Common Reasons For FBAR Penalties
The Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts Report (FBAR) is a form that is required to be filed by U.S. taxpayers who have foreign financial accounts. The FBAR is used to help the government detect and combat international money laundering and terrorist financing. If you fail to file the FBAR, you may be subject to civil…
5 Tax Tips When Moving Abroad
Each state has their own policy for abroad taxation. Some U.S. states do not tax overseas (Florida, Nevada, Washington), while other states require tax filing while overseas (South Carolina, California, Virginia). Stay up to date on how your state handles expat taxes and adjust your plan accordingly. Want to learn more? Contact Expatriate Tax Returns. …