Mel Whitney

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As an expat, dealing with the tax laws of two countries can be a challenging task. One of the most important decisions you'll make is whether to take the standard deduction or itemize your deductions. What is standard deduction? Let's break it down: the standard deduction is a fixe...

It is not an understatement to say that American culture and history have been heavily influenced by Italy. Waves of Italian immigration to the U.S. in the late 1800s have resulted in one of the largest Italian expat com...

Life as an active member of the United States Armed Forces can be as challenging as it is rewarding. Especially when it comes time to file a US income tax return. That can become for those who qualify – a US expat tax return. It is not uncommon for Military Personnel to be transferred to multiple bases both in the United States and abro...

When we hear the word “education”, we often think of children. But, education is broader than that, and learning should never end, no matter your age.  Regardless of whether or not you enjoy learning, education is not cheap these days, and if your education can be paid for by someone else - you’re in luck. Thankfully, even ...

Broadly speaking, "Au pair" is a French phrase meaning "at the par" or "at the peer" [level] and is used to describe someone who boards temporarily in someone else's home. The term takes on a very narrow technical definition in United States law, however, and carries with it various tax obligations. An au pair is a visitor to the US admitted unde...