Andrew Coleman

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. ...

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...

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...

Ever feel like your bank didn't get the memo that you moved overseas? Choosing from the best banks for expats can mean the difference between smooth transfers and frustrating fees. ...

California doesn’t have an official “exit tax.” What people usually mean by “California exit tax” is a mix of California’s aggressive residency and sourcing rules (which can keep you on the hook for California tax if you still have strong ties or California-source income), and past proposals for a wealth tax that would have tried to keep taxing s...

If the IRS "Where's my refund?" says your information doesn’t match their records, don’t panic — it’s a common issue for US expats. Simple mistakes like outdated details, typos, or reporting errors can trigger this problem. This guide explains why it happe...