Many expats are unaware of their obligation to file US expatriate taxes while living overseas and find themselves years behind with their returns. While this may be daunting to approach, it is actually much more common than you may think and, when taken step by step, can be relatively easy to resolve. Don't dispair!

We've put together a number of resources that explain why it is important to get caught up with the IRS, what penalties and fees you can assume to pay, and how to approach getting caught up with your US expatriate taxes and the other reporting requirements of U.S. persons living abroad.

• Behind with Overseas Tax Returns
• IRS Introduces New Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program
• Filing US Expatriate Taxes Late
• US Expat Taxes Explained: Delinquent US Expat Taxes
• US Expat Taxes Explained: Filing your US Taxes Late – sometimes for multiple years! – and the Implications