Mel Whitney
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How to Use Head of Household Status to File Your Taxes
The head of household filing status is one that few people understand. But it is important to understand all of your filing options to minimize the taxes you owe. If you meet the criteria to qualify, a tax return for head of household can result in lower taxes than single status. This article will help you to understand how to qualify for h...
Tax Considerations for Au Pairs in the United States
Broadly speaking, "Au pair" is a French phrase meaning "at the par" or "at the peer" [level] and is used to describe someone who boards temporarily in someone else's home. The term takes on a very narrow technical definition in United States law, however, and carries with it various tax obligations. An au pair is...
Understanding the Section 199A Business Income Deduction
The purpose of Section 199A deduction or Pass-through deduction is to provide some relief to small businesses by allowing the deduction of as much as 20% of income. This article will provide you with an overview of this deduction, and some watch-outs in claiming it. An Overview of Section 199A deduction ...
Don’t Pay Sales Tax for Home Improvements - NY, NJ, PA
New Yorkers - don’t pay sales tax for home improvement We all want a new bathroom, kitchen, or other improvement to our home. None of us, however, want to pay tax on these improvements. The good news is that you don’t have to (at least in New York, New Jersey, or P...
Taxation of Nonimmigrant Workers in the US
The United States has a complicated non-immigrant tax system that you might need some help to deal with. There are so many visa categories, rules, and regulations that you should follow. Here at Taxes for Expats we are ready to help you to deal with your tax returns. Temporary worker visas There are over twenty non-im...
F-1 International Student Tax Return 101
Getting used to a new country is not easy. However, you should not only enjoy the cultural part but you’ll also have to handle the legal side of it. Understanding and paying American taxes is one of the ways of adaptation for nonimmigrant aliens. F1 student tax returns might seem tricky, but here we are, ready to explain every little detail...