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If you’ve been planning on electronically filing your US expat tax return, take note of the IRS e-filing shutdown on November 17th, 2018. What is the e-filing shutdown? The e-filing shutdown is a routine event by the IRS in an effort to prepare their systems for the upcoming tax filing season. After November 17th, tax […]
If you need to get caught up on your expat taxes, don’t miss our FREE webinar on Streamlined Filing: How to Catch Up on Your Taxes Penalty-Free! On Tuesday, October 30th at Noon GMT, we will be helping expats across the globe learn how to become compliant without facing any harsh penalties in the process. […]
How to File for the Streamlined Filing Procedures The US is one of only two countries that taxes its citizens on their worldwide income, regardless of where they reside. This fact comes as a shock to many, including many of the estimated 9 million Americans living abroad. The IRS estimates that only half of all […]
Expat taxes can be nerve-racking in the first place – and if you are filing late taxes, you may feel even more apprehensive. We have compiled a list of expat questions that have caused the most concern. Let’s rip the bandage off together and find out the answers! We think the more information you have, […]
If you’re an American living abroad who is filing US taxes late, meet your favorite IRS amnesty program: the Streamlined Filing Procedures. These procedures help US expats get caught up on 3+ years of taxes without paying penalties! Learn about the steps to prepare for the Streamlined Filing Procedures. Introduction to Streamlined Filing Procedures The […]
The IRS announced in March that they would close the Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program (OVDP) this week. Amnesty programs like the OVDP affect expats specifically since so many expats are unaware of their obligation to file. What should expats know in advance of this deadline? Read on for the details. The Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program […]
We’re a week away from the OVDP (Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program) closure, September 28th, 2018. If you’re a taxpayer who isn’t up to date on your US tax returns, there’s no better time than now to talk to a tax practitioner about getting into compliance. The consequences expats face for noncompliance are no laughing matter, […]
There are many intricacies involved in US expat taxes of which expats should be aware. If you didn’t realize you had filing obligations and have found yourself behind, don’t fret! We’ve created a guide to help you navigate how to get caught up on your late taxes. 1. Understand Filing Obligations. With US expat taxes, the […]
If you need to file FATCA, first you’ll want to find out some essential information about the filing requirement. Check out our list of FAQs below, as compiled by our expert accountants. I received a letter about FATCA from my bank, and I don’t understand it. I have been living in France for over 10 […]
You may remember that, roughly six months ago, the IRS announced its intention to terminate the Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program (OVDP). The Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program originally launched in 2009, and since then 56,000+ taxpayers used the program to comply with tax laws. September 28, 2018, is the closure date for this amnesty program, which […]
