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Andrew Coleman
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US expat citizenship-based taxation: 2026 filing guide
The core rule: The US uses a citizenship tax system. It taxes its citizens an...
What triggers an IRS audit? 12 common triggers for US expats
An IRS audit trigger is a return feature that can lead to further review, such as a data mismatch or missing form. For 2025 expat returns filed in 2026, ...
Bona Fide Residence vs Physical Presence Test for US expats
The US tax code gives Americans living abroad two ways to qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE): the Bona Fide Residence Test and the Physical Presence Test. If you intend to stay abroad long-term with c...
Dependent exemption in 2026: Who qualifies and what it means today
No, the dependent exemption deduction is not active for 2025 returns filed in 2026...
Physical presence test: 330-day rule for US expats
The physical presence route can help qualifying Americans abroad claim FEIE for 2025 if they meet the 330-day rule, have a foreign tax home, and satisfy the other Section 911 rules. The 2025 maximum exclusion is $130,000...
Tax attorney vs CPA: Choosing the right tax professional
Choose a CPA for tax return preparation, deduction strategy, bookkeeping coordination, and year-round tax planning. Choose a tax attorney when you face an IRS audit, tax dispute, collections action, criminal investigatio...