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Now is the time of year that many big corporations are discussing HR changes for the fall. If you’re involved in these discussions, you could soon be contemplating a big move overseas. If you plan to move abroad this year, it will be an exciting and challenging time. There are many factors to consider like what your spouse will do overseas and where your kids will go to school….
Expatriate Tax Returns has more than 25 years’ experience in helping people file their tax returns to the IRS. We have the knowledge you need to avoid easily made mistakes on any one of the various forms required from expats. Errors can flag the IRS to target you. Don’t let a small mistake get you…
Foreign Housing There are two different aspects related to foreign housing: deductions and exclusions, although they do have similar tax implications. The main difference between the two is that the exclusion must be employer-provided while the deduction requires the taxpayer to have self-employment income. Foreign Housing Deductions For the foreign housing deduction it only…
When it comes to making international payments, expats could be paying more than they have to especially when paying taxes in another currency. One of the big reasons for this is the fact that so many of them still use their banks. Maybe you do too – well, you’ve always stuck with your bank for…
Globalization is defined as “the process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale.” Globalization has made the borders between countries virtually disappear, causing the world to feel like a much smaller place. This undoubtedly has contributed to a rise in workers choosing to move abroad…
Filing by the deadline is essential and can save you money. The IRS charges interest for any balance left unpaid after the deadline, so if you miss the deadline not only will you be paying late fees, but you will also be paying extra interest. Filing by April is always a smart choice (or June…