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Communication from the IRS
Now that Tax Day has passed, some consumers may open their mailbox to find a letter from the IRS. The IRS will always communicate via mail, so it is essential to read the letter carefully and in its entirety. The IRS may reach out for various reasons, including a change in your refund, a question regarding…
Stimulus Package
U.S. taxpayers who have a social security number AND filed a tax return in 2018 or 2019 may qualify for refundable tax credits. If you qualify, the maximum credit will be $1200 per taxpayer and $500 for each dependent child reported on your tax return that have a valid social security number. Don’t put off…
Number of Expatriates is Growing at Steady Rate
An article on the CNBC website, which appeared this past summer, shows that a steady stream of American citizens have chosen to live and work outside of the United States as expatriates. Some of these Americans have renounced their U.S. citizenship because of the implementation of stricter tax rules. However, most expats do not renounce…
Navigating State Taxes as an Expat – Are You Still on the Hook?
Many U.S. expatriates think they’re off the hook for state taxes once they move abroad—but that’s not always the case. Depending on the state you lived in before moving overseas, you might still be considered a resident for tax purposes. 🏛️ Why Some States Still Tax Expats States like California, New York, New Mexico, and…
Tax Benefits for Small Business Owners
The IRS focuses on small business owners and provides tips and tax benefits to help them get the most out of their operations. First, many small business owners can claim the home office deduction. To qualify, a business owner must use a specific room in the home exclusively for business. To claim the credit, filers…
3 Major Myths About Expat Tax Filing
YOU DON’T HAVE TO FILE A US TAX RETURN BECAUSE YOU LIVE ABROAD Not so! US citizens and permanent residents must file a tax return no matter where they live or earn money, unless they do not meet the standard filing requirements. IF YOUR FOREIGN INCOME IS BELOW THE FOREIGN EARNED INCOME EXCLUSION, FILING IN…
