Andrew Coleman
- Exit tax planning
- International business tax
- Overseas tax obligations
- Tax compliance for expats
- Master's of Accounting, University of Kansas School of Business
Articles
The physical presence test explained: How to qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion
Living and working abroad can bring freedom, but it also means navigating a unique set of US tax rules. One of the most important is the Physical Presence Test, a standard that determines whether you can shield part of your income from taxation. It connects directly to the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion, offering a pathway to significant savings...
IRS streamlined domestic offshore procedures: complete 2025 guide
Many US taxpayers with foreign accounts or assets discover too late that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) expects full disclosure, even if those assets are abroad. Some believe that living in the US means overseas property or bank accounts don’t count. Others assume a foreign bank or employer has already reported the information, not real...
IRS Constructive Ownership rules explained: A complete guide
Constructive Ownership is more than a technical tax term – it is the way the IRS prevents taxpayers, corporations, and foreign companies from sidestepping reporting thresholds. This guide tells you about how these rules apply in practice, why they matter, and where they trigger reporting duties. By attributing shares held by family or entit...
Do overseas contractors pay taxes? Understanding international tax obligations
Working as an overseas contractor often means your earnings remain subject to US tax, even while abroad. Relief may come through the foreign earned income exclusion or foreign tax credits, but self-employment tax at 15.3% still applies. This article is brought to you by Taxes for Expats &nda...
Bona Fide Residence vs. Physical Presence Test: Key differences for US expats
The US tax code provides two ways for Americans abroad to prove they qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion. The Bona Fide Residence standard looks at whether you’ve established long-term ties to another country, while the Physical Presence Test focuses strictly on your day count abroad. In this article, we explain the di...
Understanding remittance tax: Rules, exemptions, and planning strategies
A new remittance tax is set to change the way many people handle cross-border payments. From family support abroad to everyday money transfer services, the rules will touch millions. This guide walks you through what it means, why it matters, and how to plan ahead. This article is brought to you by ...