Happy Holiday 2021!
Our team at Expatriate Tax Returns would like to wish everyone a Happy Holiday 2021!
Tax Season has begun. We understand that this produces anxiety for some. Please don’t fret or procrastinate. Let our tax experts help you get this done and out of the way. If you are a U.S. expat or green card holder, you must file U.S. taxes. The good news is that most of our clients…
Filing a 1040 tax return can be a daunting task, especially if you are doing it for the first time. However, with the right information and resources, the process can be straightforward. Here are some steps to follow when filing a 1040 tax return: Gather all necessary documents: You will need to gather all relevant…
Federal tax filings and payments for 2020 are postponed until May 15th, 2021. Expats automatically have until June 15th to file but payments must be made by May 15th. This is to help taxpayers that have been impacted by Covid-19 to have additional time needed to make payments without enduring any penalties. The IRS recommends…
That was a long, grueling 2-year presidential race for the American people. The results of last Tuesday’s election for the new President of the United States of America were surprising for many. For American expats living abroad, the question now focuses on what implications will the Trump Administration have for expatriates. In a recent article…
Many unforeseen situations can occur at any time and for anyone. The IRS understands this and has given taxpayers flexibility. Notice 2022-36 gives relief to those in areas declared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency as a disaster. Only 2019 and 2020 tax returns are qualified under this issue. Areas within November 15, 2022, are…
THE ‘STEAMLINED’ PROGRAM BASICS In October 2012, the foreign friendlier IRS made filing “old” returns a whole lot easier by initiating “the streamlined” voluntary disclosure program. If you are one of the many expats who owe no tax (or very little, like under $1,500 per year) and had no clue that there was a…