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
Tax implications of a foreign spouse of a US citizen
Quick answer: US citizens married to foreign spouses have three filing options: Married Filing Jointly if you make a 6013(g) election to treat your spouse as a US resident, Married Filing Separately (default status), or...
Do expats have to pay state taxes? Everything Americans abroad need to know
Many US expats move to another country and think state taxes will never follow them again. But some people still get letters or bills even after many years of living abroad. This guide explains the basics in a very simple way, so you know what states look for and how small choices can matter later. Key takeaways ...
Streamlined filing compliance procedures for expats
If you’ve been living outside the United States for years, it might seem natural to assume your US tax obligations ended with your last paycheck on American soil. But they didn’t. The United States taxes its citizens and green card holders on their worldwide income, and in most cases, you’re required to file a return once your i...
Dual citizenship guide: Countries, taxes, and how to obtain it
Dual citizenship means one person is treated as a full legal citizen by two different countries at the same time, giving you two passports and two governments that recognize you as their own. It opens doors to freedom, mobility, and opportunity while still carrying the responsibilities the US outlines for all citizens abroad. ...
IRS relief procedures for certain former citizens: Full guide to tax compliance after expatriation
Many people give up their US citizenship and think that is where it ends. But no, sometimes through bank checks or other triggers, they later learn they must fix old filing gaps like missed returns or foreign account reports. That is why, in 2019, the Internal Revenue Service introduced a special path to help former citizens get compliant without...
Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program (OVDP): Safely reporting hidden foreign assets
Many Americans living overseas open savings and foreign financial accounts as they build new lives abroad. Then, they learn the IRS still needs reports about those accounts and income from them. The Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program once helped people fix old tax mistakes and stay in good standing with the IRS, but it was complex to use. As g...