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Frequently asked questions
At Taxes for Expats, we help individuals and businesses with US tax obligations, including:
- Americans living in the US or abroad
- Dual citizens with US passports
- Green card holders
- Accidental Americans
- Non-US citizens with US tax requirements
- Digital nomads
- US retirees living overseas
- Businesses with US tax requirements
No matter your situation, our team has the expertise to guide you through your US tax filing with confidence.
We offer Federal Income Tax Return and Expanded Income Bundles tailored to your specific tax filing needs. For a detailed overview of our fees, please visit: Our Fees.
To find out which documents and information are required for your tax preparation, please check our guide here: Tax Documents Needed.
Yes, we stand behind the work we do. If the IRS questions a return prepared by us, we will review the letter and advise you on the necessary steps. For more information, see: Received IRS Letter.
We offer free support via phone, email, and chat. For more information on our support options, please visit: Support Options Overview.
Absolutely. TFX has been preparing US expat taxes for over 25 years and is well-versed in the tax laws applicable to US expats worldwide.
Absolutely! If you’re a non-US citizen with US tax obligations – whether due to income earned in the US, business dealings, or other connections – we can help. Our team understands the complexities involved and will guide you through the necessary filings with ease.
We prepare a wide range of forms, including 1040/1040NR, Form 5471, Form 5472 with Form 1120, and many more. For a full list of forms we handle, please visit: Forms We Prepare.
Yes, we can file an extension for you at no additional cost. However, we require a $50 retainer, which will remain as a credit on your account for future TFX services.
We only work with seasoned CPAs or EAs who each have at least a decade of experience in the field. We don’t employ junior staff.
Our goal is to complete each tax return within fifteen (15) business days per filing year. We prioritize quality and accuracy, with every return undergoing a thorough review by both a preparer and a supervising CPA or EA.
If you're unsure whether you need to file US taxes, we can help you determine your filing requirements. Even if you're living abroad or have limited US ties, you may still have an obligation to file. We’ll review your specific situation and provide personalized guidance.
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Articles & tax guides
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The 121 home sale exclusion allows you to exclude up to $250,000 of capital gain – or $500,000 if married filing jointly – when you sell your principal residence. The exclusion is permanent: unlike a deferral, the excluded gain is never taxed. To qualify, you must have owned and used the home as your primary residence for at least two...
A country of domicile is the country a person treats as their permanent legal home and intends to return to, even after living elsewhere for years. Your country of domicile is about permanence and intent – not where you happen to be right now. A country of residence is simply where a person currently lives, works, or holds a visa....
Form 8233 is an IRS form that lets a nonresident alien claim an exemption from withholding on qualifying compensation for personal services under an applicable US tax treaty – potentially reducing withholding from the standard treaty withh...
If you can move money out of a foreign bank account, the US government may treat you as a filer even if none of the money is yours. That is the core of the FBAR signature authorit...
A passive foreign investment company is defined by what a foreign corporation earns or holds – specifically, the 75% passive income test or the 50% passive asset test under IRC Sec. 1297(a). A controlled foreign corporation is defined by who owns it – US shareholders owning at least 10% each must collectively hold more than 50% of the...
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