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Top 12 common IRS audit triggers: A guide for US expats

For US expatriates, navigating the tax waters can be even more daunting than for stateside citizens. Understanding the common IRS audit triggers is essential in steering clear of tax woes. We have carefully compiled a list of 12 red flags that could prompt the IRS to take a closer look at your tax return. ...

Capital gains tax on foreign property: How to report and exclusions you can use (2026)

US tax rules follow you no matter where you live. When you sell a home or land in another country, the IRS still wants you to report the profit. In simple words, you figure out how much money you made, convert the numbers into US dollars, and then apply the tax breaks that fit. If you sold in 2025 vs 2026: The year you ...

Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE): Complete guide 2026

The Foreign Earned Income Exclusion is one of the few tax rules that actually feels like a win for Americans abroad. Since the IRS taxes your worldwide income, knowing how much foreign income is tax-free can make a significant difference when most of your pay comes from work overseas. A quick note on tax years: the 2025...

Married Filing Jointly vs Separately With a Nonresident Alien Spouse: Rules, ITIN, and Options

US citizens married to foreign spouses have three filing options: Married filing jointly (MFJ) if you make a 6013(g) election to treat your spouse as a US resident for income tax purposes Married filing separately ...

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 compliance path with typically $0 penalties if you have reasonable cause. This guide covers DFSP eligibility, acceptable...

What Is a foreign trust? IRS rules, reporting forms, and deadlines (2026)

If you’re a US citizen or resident who owns, benefits from, or contributes to a foreign trust –  such as a foreign pension plan, or a family estate trust set up abroad – you’re likely dealing with a complex set of reporting obligations. Whether you’re planning to set up a trust or already receiving distribu...

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