Andrew Coleman
Articles
How to become an expat: A complete step-by-step guide to moving abroad
Whether you crave a career leap, a lower cost of living, or golden-years sunshine, thousands of your fellow citizens are making the leap to become an expat abroad. This guide to relocating gives you every practical and emotional tool you need – from choosing a visa to filing your first foreign tax return – so you can be an e...
The ultimate guide to Form 709: Gift tax filing, exemptions, and instructions
Form 709, also known as the United States Gift and Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax Return, is a crucial document for those making significant gifts during their lifetime. The form is used to report taxable gifts, allocate the Generation-Skipping Transfer (GST) exemption, and ensure compliance with US gift tax regulations. Importantly, ...
Accidental Americans – your guide to IRS compliance & rights
An accidental American is a person who unwittingly holds US citizenship through birth or parentage. For an accidental American, today’s global data-sharing between banks and tax authorities can quickly trigger unexpected tax bills. The shock usually arrives when a bank demands a Social Security number, an employer flags the hidden...
Impuestos en Estados Unidos: tipos, escalas, cómo calcularlos y pagarlos
¿Tienes ingresos, propiedades o intereses en EE.UU.? ¿Planeas mudarte o ya vives aquí y quieres entender cómo funcionan los impuestos en Estados Unidos? Este artículo es tu guía práctica para navegar el sistema fiscal estadounidense. Aquí descubrirás los tipos de impue...
Understanding citizenship-based taxation: A guide for US expats
In the global landscape of taxation, most countries adopt a residency-based approach, taxing individuals based on where they live. However, the United States stands out with its citizenship-based taxation system. This means that US citizens are taxed on their worldwide income, regardless of where they reside. For American expa...
What is Social Security tax? An essential guide for expats and self-employed Americans
If you're a US citizen or resident working at home or abroad, understanding Social Security tax is crucial for your financial planning. This tax supports benefits that millions of Americans rely on for retirement, disability, and survivors. Whether you’re employed, self-employed, or living overseas, knowing how Social Security...