US Expat Tax

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 Saves You More?

Tax Strategy

June 15, 2026

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

The FEIE and the Foreign Tax Credit both cut US expats' tax bills. They are not interchangeable — choosing the wrong one can cost thousands of dollars annually.

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CFC and GILTI: What US Owners of Foreign Companies Must Know

Tax Strategy

June 5, 2026

CFC and GILTI: What US Owners of Foreign Companies Must Know

US citizens who own foreign companies face a web of anti-deferral rules. Ignoring them is not an option — the penalties are severe and ignorance is no defence.

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US Exit Tax: What You Owe When Renouncing Citizenship

Tax Strategy

May 5, 2026

US Exit Tax: What You Owe When Renouncing Citizenship

Renouncing US citizenship triggers IRC §877A exit tax. The stakes are high and the decision irreversible — here is what you actually owe when you leave.

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FATCA and FBAR: What Every US Expat Must Report Abroad

US Expat Tax

March 10, 2026

FATCA and FBAR: What Every US Expat Must Report Abroad

FATCA and FBAR require US persons to disclose foreign accounts. Penalties for non-compliance are among the harshest in US tax law — ignorance is no defence.

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US Expat Tax

February 20, 2026

US Expat Tax Compliance: Your Annual Checklist

US citizens abroad face a compliance burden few nationalities share. This checklist covers the major annual obligations so nothing falls through the cracks.

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