Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR) Did you realize that all US citizens must report all foreign bank account activity to the IRS? FOREIGN BANK ACCOUNT(S) UNDER $10,000 …check the box on Form 1040, Schedule B. FOREIGN BANK ACCOUNT(S) OVER $10,000…check the box on Form 1040, Schedule B AND file a Foreign Bank…
Physical Presence Test Everybody loves a tax break! The Physical Presence Test is designed for American Expats who are only away from home for 11 months or more. This exclusion can decrease or remove any U.S. income tax you may owe. Qualifications for Physical Presence Test The requirements for the Physical Presence Test are as…
The cost of living is a critical factor for anyone considering a move abroad, particularly for expatriates who must often juggle the economics of life in unfamiliar territories. In 2024, understanding the financial implications of living in popular expat destinations like Hong Kong and Zurich is more crucial than ever. Hong Kong: A Pricey Proposition…
If you have been feeling like you’re head’s been spinning out of control because of the daily news cycle, you’re not alone. Each day there are new shocking revelations in the world news, and as the world appears to be getting smaller thanks to globalization, these news items affect us no matter where we are…
If you are an American Living Abroad and are married to a non-US citizen, don’t let your taxes confuse you. As a US citizen you may file a joint tax return with a non citizen if you both choose to treat the spouse as a resident on all Expat Taxes from hereon out. This has…
When many people hear the term “expatriates” they think of business people who are from one country and working in another. While this is true, it’s important to remember that not every expat is a businessman in a suit and tie who got transferred from the corporate office in Manhattan to the overseas office in…
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