Andrew Coleman

Understanding how to qualify as a bona fide resident can be the key to unlocking valuable tax savings while living abroad. The bona fide residence test is one of two primary methods US expats can use to exclude foreign earned income from US taxation under the ...

What is Form 1040 and why does everyone dread it? Form 1040 is the bedrock of the American tax filing system – and also the unofficial trigger for nationwide eye twitching every spring. But once you understand it, it’s just a glorified summary sheet of your financial year. Let’s start at the beginning. The IRS introduced For...

Donating property to charity can be a great way to support a cause while also benefiting from a tax deduction. However, the IRS closely monitors noncash donations to prevent inflated valuations and improper deductions. If you’ve donated real estate, artwork, vehicles, stocks, or other noncash assets wor...

What is Form 1040-X? IRS Form 1040-X is a tax form used by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to allow individuals to amend their tax returns. It is used to make changes or corrections to a previously filed tax return.</...

When things get tricky, you need the right tax professional in your corner to handle everything from managing your fiscal responsibilities to optimizing your tax strategy. But whether it's a tax attorney vs CPA or a tax lawyer vs tax accountant – do you know who’s right for you? That’s what we’re going to exp...

As a US taxpayer or a global expat, you've likely heard the term "Tax Identification Number" or TIN tossed around. But what exactly is it, and why does it seem to appear in every tax conversation? Whether you're filing taxes, opening a bank account, or dealing with IRS paperwork, a TIN is your VIP pass to navigate the tax world. ...