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U.S. Social Security, Medicare, and Self-Employment Taxes
Social Security and Medicare are always a big question when it comes to taxes…when do you pay them and when are you exempt?It is really pretty simple, if you are an offshore employee for an American Corporation, then your employer will usually withhold Social Security and Medicare taxes on your W-2 wages.If you are in…
Is surrendering your citizenship an answer to avoiding filing US taxes?
Is surrendering your citizenship an answer to avoiding filing US taxes? With the United States being the only country in the world that taxes income based upon citizenship (rather than residency), “expatriation” is fast becoming a consideration for those who have never lived or worked here. And, for many, it makes sense. For years, all…
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The time between Thanksgiving and Christmas is a wonderful time for most people. It’s about family, gift giving and closing the year in style. For some expats, however, the winter holiday season can get lonely and feeling homesick for the good ole US of A is normal. While holidays like Christmas and Hanukkah are celebrated…
Summer is a Time of Transitions
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