Andrew Coleman
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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 ...
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...
Tax reform for US owners of foreign corporations: Understanding the Sec 962 election
Owning a company outside the US can feel confusing when you see taxes taken in two places. The Section 962 election is a rule that helps make things fair. It allows an American who owns a foreign-controlled corporation overseas to use the same tax steps that a large US company uses. This means you can lower your bill if the foreign tax rate is no...
Acceptable reasons for renouncing US citizenship: what it means and what happens next
When many Americans face a problem they can’t solve, renunciation sometimes comes to mind. But most people don’t know that giving up US citizenship is a serious and final choice. It must be done in another country, in front of a consular officer. Once it’s done, there is no going back. Renouncing US citizenship can make sense for people...
Demystifying the GILTI high tax exception: expert insights
Many Americans with foreign businesses are surprised when their profits face additional tax from the US, even after paying high local rates abroad. This double taxation often stems from complex global income rules that few understand. The GILTI high tax exception helps limit that extra tax when foreign earnings exceed a certain threshold, offerin...
Understanding Subpart F income: Complete guide for US shareholders
For years, many Americans with overseas companies used foreign entities to delay paying US tax on profits earned abroad. Congress responded by creating Subpart F income rules to close that gap and ensure fairness between domestic and international businesses. When a foreign corporation qualifies as a CFC, its earnings can become taxable in the sa...