Mel Whitney
EA
Expertise:
- Non-resident taxation
- Real estate taxation
- Tax optimization
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
- Humboldt State University
Articles
Amending an FBAR: How to correct FBAR mistakes and file an amended return
You can amend an FBAR at any time by filing a corrected ...
Foreign tax credit explained for US expats: Rules, limits, and how to claim it
The US foreign tax credit is a nonrefundable credit that can reduce your US tax when you pay qualifying foreign income taxes on foreign-source income that is also subject to US tax. It is calculated on Form 1116 for most...
FBAR filing requirements and deadlines in 2026
If you are a US citizen, green card holder, or resident alien with financial accounts outside the United States, you may need to file an FBAR – the ...
FBAR vs. Form 8938: A detailed guide to key differences and filing thresholds (2026)
If you hold money outside the US, two separate reporting rules may apply to you. ...
Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) guide 2025 returns filed in 2026
The Foreign Earned Income Exclusion lets qualifying US expats exclude up to...