Andrew Coleman
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Best international banks for expats 2026: Low fees, easy setup, global ATM access
The best banks for expats in 2026 depend on 4 needs: multi-currency access, low transfer fees, remote account opening, and ATM access. HSBC Expat fits higher-balance international banking, Wise fits lower-cost currency tr...
Bona Fide Residence vs Physical Presence Test for US expats
The US tax code gives Americans living abroad two ways to qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE): the Bona Fide Residence Test and the Physical Presence Test. If you intend to stay abroad long-term with c...
Dependent exemption in 2026: Who qualifies and what it means today
No, the dependent exemption deduction is not active for 2025 returns filed in 2026...
Physical presence test: 330-day rule for US expats
The physical presence route can help qualifying Americans abroad claim FEIE for 2025 if they meet the 330-day rule, have a foreign tax home, and satisfy the other Section 911 rules. The 2025 maximum exclusion is $130,000...
How the IRS can find you if you haven't filed taxes while living abroad
The IRS has multiple ways to identify US citizens and green card holders abroad who have not filed. Foreign bank reporting under FATCA, separate disclosures on FBAR and Form 8938, digital asset reporting, travel records,...
Tax attorney vs CPA: Choosing the right tax professional
Choose a CPA for tax return preparation, deduction strategy, bookkeeping coordination, and year-round tax planning. Choose a tax attorney when you face an IRS audit, tax dispute, collections action, criminal investigatio...