Andrew Coleman
Articles
How to file US taxes from abroad online: the ultimate guide for US expats
Millions of Americans pack up and start over abroad every year – the State Department estimates about nine million US citizens live outside the country. Many don't realize the IRS can still expect a Form 1040, even when income is earned far from the US and d...
Top 12 common IRS audit triggers: A guide for US expats
For US expatriates, navigating the tax waters can be even more daunting than for stateside citizens. Understanding the common IRS audit triggers is essential in steering clear of tax woes. We have carefully compiled a list of 12 red flags that could prompt the IRS to take a closer look at your tax return. ...
Married Filing Jointly vs Separately With a Nonresident Alien Spouse: Rules, ITIN, and Options
US citizens married to foreign spouses have three filing options: Married filing jointly (MFJ) if you make a 6013(g) election to treat your spouse as a US resident for income tax purposes Married fil...
US remittance tax: Complete guide to the 1% rule (2026)
The US remittance tax is a 1% federal excise tax on certain money transfers sent from the United States to foreign countries, effective January 1, 2026. The tax applies only to cash-funded transfers, including cash, money orders, and cashier's checks. Bank account transfers and US debit/credit card payments are exempt under IRC Section 4475. ...
UN income tax unit: The no-stress guide for UN employees who file US taxes
United Nations (UN) employees generally enjoy exemptions from income tax derived from their UN salaries. For US citizens and permanent residents, however, it’s not that simple. US tax law treats UN compensation differently from how most other countries do. Instead of being tax-exempt, US citizens and residents employed by the UN must fi...
Form W-7: ITIN application guide
If you need to file a US tax return but are not eligible for a Social Security Number (SSN), you must apply for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). An ITIN is a nine-digit tax process...