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Not all superheroes wear capes some are just called ‘Mom.’

Not all superheroes wear capes some are just called ‘Mom.’
What Is the 330-Day Rule? The 330-Day Rule refers to the physical presence test used by some taxpayers to qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion. To meet the test, a taxpayer generally must be physically present in one or more foreign countries for at least 330 full days during any period of 12 consecutive…
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….
Typically, to meet the physical presence test, you must reside in a foreign country or countries for a minimum of 330 full days during a 12-month period. Days can be counted spent abroad for any reason, as long as your tax home is in a foreign country. The 12-month period can start any day of…
Trump Accounts are a new type of tax-advantaged account created under the Working Families Tax Cuts framework. The IRS describes Trump Accounts as a new type of traditional IRA for eligible children, with elections generally made by a parent or guardian. IRS guidance notes that contributions could not begin before July 4, 2026. For American…
Living as an expatriate is an enriching experience, but it often comes with its own set of financial challenges. Cost management becomes a crucial aspect of your expatriate journey, and smart tax planning is a key component of that strategy. In this guide, we’ll explore effective ways for expatriates to cut costs and how partnering…
A recent Fifth Circuit decision has put the partnership tax world on alert. In Sirius Solutions, the Fifth Circuit reversed a previous Tax Court ruling regarding the limited partner exception to self-employment tax. The court rejected the Tax Court’s earlier approach and sided with the IRS. This case addressed a specific question: can individual partners…