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Everything US citizens living abroad need to understand about their ongoing tax obligations, filing requirements, and strategies to avoid double taxation.

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FEIE vs. Foreign Tax Credit: Which One Actually Saves You More?
Tax Strategy
June 15, 2026

FEIE vs. Foreign Tax Credit: Which One Actually Saves You More?

The Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and the Foreign Tax Credit are the two primary ways US expats reduce their tax bill. They are not interchangeable: choosing the wrong one can cost you thousands of dollars annually.

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CFC and GILTI: What Every US Owner of a Foreign Company Must Understand
Tax Strategy
June 5, 2026

CFC and GILTI: What Every US Owner of a Foreign Company Must Understand

Owning a foreign company as a US citizen comes with a web of anti-deferral rules designed to prevent sheltering income offshore. Ignoring them is not an option; the penalties for non-compliance are severe.

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US Expatriation and Exit Tax: What You Actually Owe When You Leave
Tax Strategy
May 5, 2026

US Expatriation and Exit Tax: What You Actually Owe When You Leave

Renouncing US citizenship or abandoning a long-term green card triggers exit tax under IRC §877A. The rules are complex, the stakes are high, and the process is irreversible. Here is what you need to know before making this decision.

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FATCA and FBAR: The Foreign Account Reporting Requirements Every US Expat Must Know
US Expat Tax
March 10, 2026

FATCA and FBAR: The Foreign Account Reporting Requirements Every US Expat Must Know

FATCA and FBAR are the two primary reporting regimes that require US persons to disclose foreign financial accounts. The penalties for non-compliance are among the harshest in US tax law; ignorance is not a defence.

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US Expat Tax Compliance: Your Annual Checklist
US Expat Tax
February 20, 2026

US Expat Tax Compliance: Your Annual Checklist

US citizens abroad face a compliance burden that few other nationalities deal with. This checklist covers the major annual obligations so nothing falls through the cracks, and so you know exactly what your tax preparer should be doing.

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