Joy’s Expat Story in Canada

Meet Joy, an American expat residing in Canada for 30 years who learned about the need to pay US taxes almost 20 years into her journey.

Joy moved to Canada for marriage and family reasons and appreciates the health coverage and four distinct seasons that were missing in her previous location. However, she misses the ocean and finds community in small-town events, such as harvest time. 

Even though she has found that being an expat can be challenging when it comes to understanding which taxes must be filed, the biggest reward is not applicable in her situation. If she had to do it over again, she wouldn’t do anything differently. 

As someone who is retired, Joy finds it a relief to have her taxes done without any worries or issues. She does not have any specific advice on tax situations, such as owning property abroad or being a dual citizen but a very good piece of advice for those with foreign bank accounts.

 
“I certainly didn’t know about FBAR filing and Greenback got me through it quickly and painlessly. Get it done. Don’t take a chance.” 

Living the life of an expat can be an exhilarating and transformative adventure, but it’s not without its hurdles. One of the most daunting tasks for US citizens residing overseas is dealing with the convoluted world of expat taxes. It’s not uncommon for those who have been living abroad for an extended period to be unaware of their obligation to file taxes with the IRS.

Worried about potential issues when returning to the US, Joy decided to take action and started working with Greenback over 10 years ago. Initially hesitant due to the price,  she was won over by the numerous positive reviews and professional service. 

One of Joy’s biggest anxieties was her lack of computer literacy, but Greenback made the process easy and provided helpful guidance throughout. By using Greenback, Joy was able to lift a significant burden off her shoulders and take advantage of forgiveness programs. 

“As I am now retired it is such a relief to be able to get taxes done without problems or worry.”  

Joy would recommend Greenback to anyone looking for fast, accurate, and professional service. Her favorite thing about working with her Greenback accountant is the ease of submitting documents and having the work done for her. She describes Greenback as professional, accurate, and helpful.

Living the life of an expat can be an exhilarating and transformative adventure, but it’s not without its hurdles. One of the most daunting tasks for US citizens residing overseas is dealing with the convoluted world of expat taxes. It’s not uncommon for those who have been living abroad for an extended period to be unaware of their obligation to file taxes with the IRS.

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For US expats struggling with filing their taxes, Greenback offers an easy-to-use platform and knowledgeable accountants that could be the solution you need to achieve peace of mind. Don’t delay, and get started with filing your taxes today. 

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