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Americans at home and overseas
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Dual citizens with US passports
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Americans behind on US taxes
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Green card holders
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American retirees abroad
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Non-US citizens with US tax duties
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Accidental Americans
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Businesses required to file US taxes
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Frequently asked questions
At Taxes for Expats, we help individuals and businesses with US tax obligations, including:
- Americans living in the US or abroad
- Dual citizens with US passports
- Green card holders
- Accidental Americans
- Non-US citizens with US tax requirements
- Digital nomads
- US retirees living overseas
- Businesses with US tax requirements
No matter your situation, our team has the expertise to guide you through your US tax filing with confidence.
We offer Federal Income Tax Return and Expanded Income Bundles tailored to your specific tax filing needs. For a detailed overview of our fees, please visit: Our Fees.
To find out which documents and information are required for your tax preparation, please check our guide here: Tax Documents Needed.
Yes, we stand behind the work we do. If the IRS questions a return prepared by us, we will review the letter and advise you on the necessary steps. For more information, see: Received IRS Letter.
We offer free support via phone, email, and chat. For more information on our support options, please visit: Support Options Overview.
Absolutely. TFX has been preparing US expat taxes for over 25 years and is well-versed in the tax laws applicable to US expats worldwide.
Absolutely! If you’re a non-US citizen with US tax obligations – whether due to income earned in the US, business dealings, or other connections – we can help. Our team understands the complexities involved and will guide you through the necessary filings with ease.
We prepare a wide range of forms, including 1040/1040NR, Form 5471, Form 5472 with Form 1120, and many more. For a full list of forms we handle, please visit: Forms We Prepare.
Yes, we can file an extension for you at no additional cost. However, we require a $50 retainer, which will remain as a credit on your account for future TFX services.
We only work with seasoned CPAs or EAs who each have at least a decade of experience in the field. We don’t employ junior staff.
Our goal is to complete each tax return within fifteen (15) business days per filing year. We prioritize quality and accuracy, with every return undergoing a thorough review by both a preparer and a supervising CPA or EA.
If you're unsure whether you need to file US taxes, we can help you determine your filing requirements. Even if you're living abroad or have limited US ties, you may still have an obligation to file. We’ll review your specific situation and provide personalized guidance.
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Articles & tax guides
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When you receive gifted property, the IRS generally assigns you the donor's original adjusted basis under Section 1015 – not the fair market value at the time of the gift. If you later sell that property for more than the carryover basis, you owe ...
Under IRC Section 988, gains and losses arising from fluctuations in exchange rates on nonfunctional currency transactions are generally treated as ordinary income or loss – not capital gain – which can significantly affect your US tax bill. If you hold a foreign mortgage, maintain a bank account in local cu...
Form 1040 is the main US individual income tax return. For tax year 2025, filed in 2026, it reports income, applies deductions and credits, calculates federal tax, and shows whether you owe a balance or receive a refund. It is the starting point for most individual federal filings. The following 3 points give you the short version befor...
The expatriation tax for green card holders generally matters only after 8 of the last 15 tax years as a lawful permanent resident and at least 1 covered-status test. Our US exit tax guide explains the federal regime. For a 2025 expatriation tax green ca...
The core rule: The US uses a citizenship tax system. It taxes its citizens and most green card holders on worldwide income, regardless of where they live. Moving abroad does not end your US tax obligations. Who files: US citizens and resident aliens generally file when they meet the 2025 filing ...
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