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How we helped an English teacher in Korea resolve past-due taxes – and receive a refund

“Don’t wait and try to find the fastest or cheapest service. You’ll be more satisfied by finishing your taxes sooner while staying informed about the most recent laws. Paying to have your taxes done is not a great feeling – but TFX somehow makes it feel less painful and quick.” Matthew Kyle Nels...

17 years in Australia, no penalties: How Heather R. got back on track with US taxes

“One of my favorite parts of Taxes for Expats is the portal. They’ve somehow customized it for Australia – we have a different tax year here. They’ve been really helpful with communication and filing extensions, and I think they’re quite affordable for what they do.”<...

How our CPAs helped a US–New Zealand dual taxpayer save over $56,000

By working with our CPAs, this client effectively “saved = earned” more than $56,000 in net tax savings (after fees) – while avoiding some of the most common and costly double taxation mistakes faced by US expats. Background Alex P. (name changed for privacy) contacted ...

Trump Gold Card visa launches: $1M fast-track immigration program with tax benefits

President Trump officially launched the Trump Gold Card visa program on December 11, 2025, through the government website. This new investor visa pathway offers expedited US residency for high-net-worth individuals willing to make substantial financial contributions, with...

IRS announces 2025 e-filing shutdown date for system update

The IRS has confirmed this year’s annual e-file shutdown will happen later than usual. Instead of the typical late-November pause, the Modernized e-File (MeF) system for individual returns will close on December 26, matching the business return shutdown for the first time. Specifics of the shutdown ...

A 20-year gap, resolved: Melendy’s journey back to tax compliance with TFX

“I would definitely recommend doing the streamlined filing procedure with Taxes for Expats. The process might not be fun, but they make it easy – and you’ll come out in good standing with the IRS.” Melendy Britt, TFX client since 2016 (previously in Spain, now in Los Ange...