Similar Posts
Weathering the Storm of FATCA
The government is trillions of dollars in debt and raising taxes is never a very popular option for politicians… but going after taxes that should have been paid, but weren’t? That rarely loses Congress a vote, and so today’s expats are the new white whale of the IRS. Specifically, the U.S. Foreign Account Tax Compliance…

Tax Filing Extensions for Americans
Federal tax filings and payments for 2020 are postponed until May 15th, 2021. Expats automatically have until June 15th to file but payments must be made by May 15th. This is to help taxpayers that have been impacted by Covid-19 to have additional time needed to make payments without enduring any penalties. The IRS recommends…
The World’s Only Getting More Hectic
If you have been feeling like you’re head’s been spinning out of control because of the daily news cycle, you’re not alone. Each day there are new shocking revelations in the world news, and as the world appears to be getting smaller thanks to globalization, these news items affect us no matter where we are…

Protect Your Information Online
The IRS urges everyone to dedicate time to securing and storing their personal information to avoid becoming a victim of cybersecurity scams. As Tax Day approaches, many of us are sending and storing information on our personal computers or other devices. We ensure that any information sent to Expatriate Tax Services is stored safely and…

Still Haven’t Filed? You May Still Qualify for Valuable Tax Credits
Good news for U.S. citizens living abroad—your tax filing deadline is June 15. While any taxes owed were due by April 15, expats automatically receive a two-month extension to file. If you haven’t submitted your return yet, there’s still time to take advantage of key tax credits that can lower your liability or increase your…
IRS Rolls Out New Digital Security Tools
The IRS is implementing tools to reduce the possibility of identity theft. Over the next year, users will begin using ID.me to access digital tools including any online accounts and the Child Tax Credit Update Portal. The IRS is focusing on security improvements over the next year to ensure that “taxpayer information is provided only to…