Foreign Housing Exclusion

Foreign Housing Exclusion

If you are living abroad and are receiving income from your employer for housing, you may be eligible for the Foreign Housing Exclusion. Employers may offer housing funds directly to you or may include them as part of your overall income. Both options are acceptable qualifies for the exclusion for the deduction. Those who are…

Tax Related Identity Theft

Tax Related Identity Theft

Identity theft occurs when a piece of your personal information is stolen and used to commit fraud. If your data is accessed, it could be used to open new accounts, make unauthorized purchases, or file taxes for a fraudulent refund. The IRS may reach out to you via mail should there be any suspicious activity…

Child Tax Credit

Child Tax Credit

Earlier this year, Congress approved the Child Tax Credit (CTC) to assist millions of families who have been financially affected by the pandemic. As of September 15th, those who qualify for the CTC can expect to receive their September payment. Those who have requested paper checks should allow for a few more days, although some…

Preventing an Audit

A letter from the IRS is always scary, especially around tax season – but don’t fret! We are here to help you through the process. We have seen audits of every type, and we are here to answer all of your questions. Here are a fix tax tips to pay attention to that can help…

Bona Fide Residency Test

Bona Fide Residency Test

Have you heard of the Bona Fide Residence Test? Meeting the bona fide residence test will allow an expatriate to qualify for the foreign earned income exclusion. If you are a resident of a foreign country for an entire tax year, from January 1st to December 31st, you may meet qualifications for the Bona Fide…