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Expertise:
  • Non-resident taxation
  • Real estate taxation
  • Tax optimization
Education:
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
  • Humboldt State University

Mel Whitney, a valued Enrolled Agent (EA) with TFX, combines extensive tax expertise with a rich educational and personal background. His journey into the tax advisory field is underpinned by a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the Humboldt State University, a choice that laid the foundation for his distinguished career.

Mel's academic path was marked by a keen interest in tax law and financial strategy, which led him to pursue and achieve the prestigious EA designation, the highest credential awarded by the IRS.

In his role at TFX, Mel is dedicated to helping individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of the US tax code, specializing in services for expatriates. His 15 years of experience in the field is marked by a deep commitment to providing comprehensive, client-focused tax solutions that ensure clients achieve both compliance and optimization in their tax affairs.

Outside of work, Mel restores vintage BMW motorcycles and Volkswagens, and enjoys hiking and skiing near his home in the Cascades.

Mel is also deeply committed to lifelong learning, often attending seminars and workshops to stay ahead of the latest tax regulations and strategies.

His educational background, combined with his professional expertise and personal pursuits, make Mel Whitney a well-rounded individual and a valuable asset to the TFX team. His dedication to his clients, passion for his hobbies, and constant pursuit of knowledge define his approach to life and work.

Articles

FATCA and CRS reporting: What US expats need to know

FATCA and CRS are two automatic financial account reporting systems that run in parallel. FATCA is a US law that requires foreign banks to report accounts held by US persons to the IRS, while the&n...

GILTI high tax exception guide: How it works and who qualifies

The GILTI high-tax exception is an annual election that lets you exclude high-taxed CFC income from your GILTI inclusion when the effective foreign tax rate exceeds 18.9% – that's 90% of the 21% US corporate rate, set und...

How to file late FBARs in 2026: Delinquent FBAR submission procedures guidance

Delinquent FBAR Submission Procedures (DFSP) allow US taxpayers to file overdue foreign account reports without maximum penalties. If you missed FBAR deadlines for accounts exceeding $10,000 aggregate, DFSP provides a com...

IRS Form 14654 instructions for SDOP filing: How to certify non-willfulness under the domestic streamlined procedures

Many US taxpayers discover years later that foreign income, bank accounts, or FBARs were never reported — often because they did not realize the rules applied to them. To help eligible ...

What is tax equalization? Guide for US expats working abroad

Tax equalization is an employer policy that keeps a US employee on a foreign assignment paying roughly the same income tax they would have paid at home. The company withholds a “hypothetical tax” from the paycheck and then covers the actual US and host-country tax bills the assignment generates – making tax equalization for US e...