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Government Shutdowns Create Confusion for Taxpayers When news breaks about a potential or active IRS government shutdown, many taxpayers immediately ask the same question: do tax deadlines still apply? For U.S. citizens living abroad, this uncertainty can feel even more stressful due to already complex filing rules and extended deadlines. While a shutdown may slow…
Last week the Internal Revenue Service announced some major changes in its offshore voluntary compliance programs, providing new options to help both U.S. taxpayers residing overseas and those residing in the United States. The changes should provide thousands of people with new ways to come into compliance with their U.S. tax obligations. The changes include…
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Realizing that you made a mistake on your expat tax return can be a heart-stopping experience. Don’t worry. The issue can be corrected. What Do I Do When I Notice a Mistake? The best thing to do when you notice a mistake on your tax return is to deal with it. Common errors include forgetting…
Obamacare and U.S. Expats American Expats should know these important facts about Obamacare. Obamacare is also called The U.S. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and was supported by the Supreme Court in June 2012. For all U.S. citizens it will be mandatory to carry affordable healthcare coverage or pay a penalty tax. The…
As an expat, it is essential to understand the concept of double taxation and take necessary measures to prevent it. Double taxation is a situation where a taxpayer pays taxes on the same income in two different countries. This can happen when an expat earns income in their country of residence and is also subject…