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Streamlined Procedure: Which Years to File?

Which years to file? If you are behind on your tax returns ...
Jul 16, 2021

What Are Totalization Agreements and How Do They Affect Your US Expat Taxes?

If you live overseas, you may have heard of agreements between the United States and foreign count...
Jul 07, 2021

Child Tax Credit (CTC) 2021: $3,000!

Update June 24: IRS releases portal for Child Tax Credit Payments As a ...
Jun 24, 2021

Bitcoin Taxes 101: All You Need to Know

You can get in trouble with the ...
Jun 02, 2021

Google to Begin Deducting Taxes From YouTube Creators

In a move that will affect the income of millions of content creators, YouTube has announced that ...
May 27, 2021

How Expats Can Cash Checks From the IRS While Abroad

Tips for expats to cash checks while abroad If you are able to use direct deposit,&nbs...
May 26, 2021

Tax Tips for Self-Employed American Expats

Are you an American expat who has started or is seriously considering starting your own business? ...
May 25, 2021

5 Top Tax Tips for Foreigners Working in the U.S.

The United States tax system is complex and constantly changing. Most U.S. Citizens have difficult...
May 20, 2021

Investors Beware: The IRS Chases After Crypto Profits

As cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin go mainstream, the Internal Revenue Se...
May 19, 2021

Filing Taxes in the US as a Non-Resident with Form 1040

The United States of America hosts a wide variety of foreign expats every year who may be on tempo...
May 10, 2021

Tax Extensions - Why You Need One (or More Than One)

April 15 is known as “Tax Day”. This year the Treasury Department and Internal Re...
May 05, 2021

TFX Will Always E-File Your Return if Possible

Going to the post office to file your tax return is not necessary, most tax returns are eligible t...
Apr 27, 2021

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IRS 101
How to Obtain a Copy of Past Returns

Prior year transcripts - who to call, which forms to fill out, etc.
How IRS Can Find You Abroad

A common misunderstanding is that US citizens abroad do not have to file tax returns
Expatriate Tax Audits

Audits are no fun, especially when the documents are not standard US tax forms; TFX can help
Tax Penalties & Interest

How the IRS computes tax, interest, and other penalties & what you can do to avoid them
Received IRS Notice?

Scary IRS letters? We will help you debunk them and form an action plan to fix any issues
Can You E-file US Tax Return from Abroad

TFX is an authorized e-file firm and e-files tax returns for taxpayers globally
How to Pay IRS Electronically From Abroad

If you do have a tax bill, what are the ways you can pay the IRS?
How to File an Amended Return

We can amend prior filed returns to ensure you get the deductions & credits you are eligible for
IRS Maidivng Addresses

In cases where E-filing is not permitted (IRS rules), we outline where and how to snail mail the returns
Can Overseas Americans Get an IRS Refund?

Short answer: Yes. Long answer: Certainly, but your tax return needs to be optimized.
IRS Statute of Limitations

The IRS can’t chase you forever; we break down the rules behind the IRS statute of limitations
ITIN Q&A

What are ITINs, who needs one, how to get one, and when they expire
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Glossary of Tax Terms

Expatriate tax glossary. Commonly used terms explained
Definition of US Tax Person

More complicated than it sounds. How ‘US Person’ is defined by the IRS and what it means to you
Resident & Non-Resident Aliens

“Resident” can have many different meanings for the IRS.
Foreign Bank Account Report: FBAR

FinCEN Form 114 and filing requirements explained. Who needs to file, when, and why?
Form 8938 (FATCA)

Filing requirements, penalties, and other considerations
FBAR vs Form 8938

Financial reporting requirements explained
Foreign Retirement Accounts

How is your nest egg treated by the IRS? It depends on the country and the plan
Foreign Income Exclusion (FEIE)

Save over $100,000 on your US tax return with this nifty exlcusion. But, it’s complicated
Foreign Tax Credit (FTC)

How to avoid double taxation
Physical Presence Test

One of two ways to meet the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE)
Bona Fide Residence Test

Second method to meet the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE)
Partial Year Exclusion

Moving overseas (inbound or outbound) midyear is not uncommon
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Why File

It’s the law. But, outside of legal reasons, many taxpayers may also benefit from refunds
Expat Tax Deadlines & Due Dates

There are many different deadlines & possible extensions - TFX can keep you abreast.
Minimum Filing Requirements

What are the minimum thresholds that trigger tax filing requirements?
Tax Documents Required

Which documents you may require in getting caught up to date on your tax returns
Do Expats File State Taxes?

It depends. State taxes are one of the most misunderstood aspects of expat tax.
Common Tax Forms

Thousands of tax forms exist, but which select few you really need to understand
Dependents & Exemptions

How to understand these two terms & use them to your advantage to obtain tax refunds
Foreign Spouse Tax Implications

How to understand these two terms & use them to your advantage to obtain tax refunds
Totalization Agreements

Why these complex terms can mean a lot to self-employed individuals & digital nomads
Green Card Holders

US tax filing requirements & credits specific to permanent residents
Surrendering Citizenship or Green Card

Big life choice that also carries hidden tax implications & filing requirements
Social Security Survivor Benefits

Will Your Non-US Spouse be Able to Receive Survivor, Dependent, or Spousal Benefits?
All Expat Tax 101
Who we help
Americans Working Abroad

US Citizens & Green Card holders who are living and working outside the US
American Educators Abroad

TFX has partnerships with many international schools to assist their staff with tax filings
American Contractors Overseas

Contractor taxes contain many nuances, especially for potential state tax filing requirements
Employees of International Organizations

Aid workers (& other staff) of the UN, EC, WHO or WB have many tax advantages and tax complexities
Pilots

Thx for keeping us safe in the sky! International pilot taxes are *almost* as complex as flying a jet
Military

Working in war zones or stationed abroad, TFX can help understand filing requirements
Digital Nomads

Global citizens who earn a living without a permanent establishment
Retirees Abroad

TFX files returns for American retirees globally & ensures their nest eggs are protected
Small Business Owners

We support entrepreneurs globally & explain how to make the most of your hard-earned earnings
Green Card Holders

Permanent residency has tax implications - we explain what you need to know
Accidental Americans

Born with a U.S. citizenship but never filed tax returns? TFX can help.
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Multiple citizenship is in vogue! TFX explains your U.S. tax filing requirements
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Form 1040NR - Nonresident Alien Tax Return

Non-US Citizens and Green Card Holders who have U.S income and require filing tax returns.
Form 5471

Non-US corporations owned by US Citizens and Green Card holders. Complex form debunked.
Tax Guides for 79 Countries

How do local country income, investments, taxes translate to U.S tax returns? Country specific guides.
U.S Tax Guide for Retirees

Retirees abroad enjoy sunshine & tax advantages. Our guide explains how to plan accordingly.
US Tax Guide for Digital Nomads

Remote work is booming and so is the nomad lifestyle; understanding tax implications is a must
US Expat Tax Guide 2020

What do US expats abroad need to know for 2020? TFX annual guide explains due dates & more.
U.S. Contractor Abroad Tax Guide

Contractors (especially military) have different tax treatment than normal employed expats
PFIC - Form 8621

Non-US mutual fund investments may carry onerous tax implications
FBAR (FinCEN 114) & 8938 (FATCA) comparison

Financial reporting forms - similarities, differences, due dates, and more
U.S. Missionary Tax Guide

Missionary tax treatment will vary based on country & presence of social security agreements
Tax Reform 2017

Tax reform that reshaped much of the tax code: winners, losers, and business implications
IRS Estimated Payments Guide

The IRS expects certain taxpayers to make payments before the deadline - learn how and why
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U.S. Tax Form 56

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U.S. Tax Form 56

U.S. Tax Form 709

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U.S. Tax Form 709

U.S. Tax Form 720

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U.S. Tax Form 720

U.S. Tax Form 926

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U.S. Tax Form 926

U.S. Tax Form 1040-NR

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U.S. Tax Form 1040-B

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U.S. Tax Form 1040-B

U.S. Tax Form 1116

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U.S. Tax Form 1116

U.S. Tax Form 1118

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U.S. Tax Form 1118

U.S. Tax Form 1120-F

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U.S. Tax Form 1120-F

U.S. Tax Form 2555

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U.S. Tax Form 2555

U.S. Tax Form 3520

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U.S. Tax Form 3520

U.S. Tax Form 3520-A

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U.S. Tax Form 3520-A

U.S. Tax Form 5471

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U.S. Tax Form 5471

U.S. Tax Form 5472

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U.S. Tax Form 5472

U.S. Tax Form 8621

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U.S. Tax Form 8621

U.S. Tax Forms 8804 & 8805

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U.S. Tax Forms 8804 & 8805

U.S. Tax Form 8832

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U.S. Tax Form 8832

U.S. Tax Form 8833

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U.S. Tax Form 8833

U.S. Tax Form 8865

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U.S. Tax Form 8865

FinCEN 114 FBAR

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