Andrew Coleman
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What is unearned income vs. earned one & how it is taxed (with examples)
What is unearned income? Unearned income is a form of income that does not result from work or services performed. This income includes money that someone might receive as a gift, inheritance, alimony payments, rental payments, dividends from stocks and other investments, and different types of income that a...
Form 1098: How to file and deduct mortgage interest (and other payments)
As a US expat, you may have questions about this important tax form and how it affects your taxes. Don't worry, we're here to help! What is Form 1098: Mortgage Interest Statement Form 1098 is an information return your mortgage lender files to report mortgage interest (and certain related amounts) it receiv...
Guide to Form 1098-T, Tuition Statement (what you need to know)
Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Always consult with a tax professional for your specific circumstances. ...
What is Form 8332, Release of Claim to Exemption for Child by Custodial Parent
Form 8332 is crucial – especially for divorced or separated parents. This IRS form plays a vital role in determining which parent gets to claim specific tax benefits related to a child. In this article, we’ll explain what Form 8332 is, how to complete it step by step, and how it impacts key tax ben...
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 9 million US citizens live outside the country. Many US citizens living overseas don’t realize the IRS can still expect a Form 1040, even when income is earned far from the US and daily life feels settled elsewhere. When pri...
Physical presence test: Complete guide to the 330-day rule (2026)
The physical presence test is an IRS requirement to qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE). You must be physically present in a foreign country for at least 330 full days during any 12-month period to exclude up to $130,000 of foreign earned income from US taxation in the 2025 tax year. This test is one of two paths to q...