Andrew Coleman
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Social Security Certificate of Coverage and A1 Form: guide for US expats
If you're a US citizen working abroad, you can end up owing Social Security contributions in both countries on the same income unless a Totalization Agreement or certificate of coverage prevents it. A Social Security Certificate of Coverage (called an A1 certificate in the EU) is the document that prevents this. It's official pr...
Why is my tax refund delayed? Common reasons for IRS tax refund delay & how to fix it
Most refunds are issued in fewer than 21 days, but tax refund delays can ha...
How to file back taxes as an American expat (avoid penalties & delays)
You can file back taxes for prior years at any time, but getting a refund has strict...
Behind on US taxes and contacted by the IRS: what to do as an expat
What to do if behind on taxes abroad If the IRS already contacte...
Best countries to move to from the USA in 2026
The best countries to move to from the USA in 2026 include Portugal, Mexico, Costa Rica, Canada, Australia, Singapore, the Netherlands, Thailand, Switzerland, South Korea, Indonesia, and the UAE, depending on your visa path, budget, language needs, and tax profile. For the 2025 tax year filed in 2026, US citizens abroad still report wor...
W-8 vs. W-9: which tax form do you need as an expat?
The form you need depends on whether you are a US person for tax purposes or a foreign person, not on whether you live outside the US. That single rule resolves most W-8 vs. W-9 confusion before you go any further. ...