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Our team at Expatriate Tax Returns would like to wish everyone a Happy Holiday 2021!

Our team at Expatriate Tax Returns would like to wish everyone a Happy Holiday 2021!

What to Do Tax-Wise With A Non-Resident Alien Spouse? For most, it sure is convenient to file separately from your non-resident alien spouse. If you absolutely want to file a joint return for green card application purposes, you will have to complete a form W-7. This form is an application for an ID# that will…
Ask any business consultant or personal coach and they’ll tell you that it’s important to take risks and meet challenges head on. In fact, most people asked about their New Year’s resolutions (lose weight or quit smoking) or summer plans (hike a mountain or run a marathon) will include challenges that they hope to overcome….
We are your one-stop shop for all things expatriate taxes, but that doesn’t mean you should wait until it is time to file to reach out. Our clients live all around the world and contact us during every stage of their journey. We are available to discuss your tax preparation, get you all set to…
April 15th is tax day.* If you owe tax, payment is due! *Please note Maine & Massachusetts tax payment due date is April 17th.
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 applies…
THE ‘STEAMLINED’ PROGRAM BASICS In October 2012, the foreign friendlier IRS made filing “old” returns a whole lot easier by initiating “the streamlined” voluntary disclosure program. If you are one of the many expats who owe no tax (or very little, like under $1,500 per year) and had no clue that there was a filing…