Happy Halloween 2019

If you want to claim the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion, Form 2555 plays a central role in your expat tax return. Many Americans abroad hear about FEIE and assume the exclusion happens automatically once they live overseas. It does not. You generally claim the foreign earned income exclusion, and any related housing exclusion or deduction,…
The 2023 US Expat Survey provides a comprehensive look into the experiences, challenges, and perspectives of American expatriates living abroad. The survey, conducted annually, offers valuable insights into the evolving trends and concerns of this unique demographic. In this blog, we will explore the key findings from the 2023 survey and shed light on the…
Name: Megan Lee Where are you from: Merrillville, IN Where did you live overseas: Windhoek, Namibia and Beijing, China Where are you now: Berkeley, CA Tell us a little bit about yourself:I am a 24 year old who just relocated from Beijing to Berkeley. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Valparaiso University in 2010 with…
It’s March and that means we’re still at the beginning of the new year, but we’re already seeing some changes to the tax laws for U.S. expats. It seems that the IRS creates new rules and regulations every year when it comes to expatriate taxes. It can be a full-time job just to keep up…
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FBAR & FATCA Enforcement Is Increasing Global banking transparency continues expanding. In 2026, IRS enforcement efforts focus heavily on foreign account reporting. Many expats mistakenly believe that paying foreign taxes removes reporting obligations. It does not. What Is FBAR? If your foreign financial accounts exceed $10,000 at any time during the year, you must file…