Mel Whitney
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Non-U.S. Amazon Sellers & U.S Tax Obligations
Non-Resident Alien merchants selling goods on Amazon Non-US merchants from all over the world sell goods in the US via Amazon.com. Questions about the US tax consequences of this business activity are very common. The answer depends on the seller status (individual or...
What moving within the U.S can mean for your state tax filing obligations
Leaving big cities for less crowded living environments is a decision taken by many during the Covid-19 pandemic. You can live where you want to, but it is important to understand the state tax implications moving decisions can create. Do I owe state tax? It depends Each of the 50 US states has their own state tax law...
Rental Properties & Your U.S. Tax Return
To maintain your ties to the United States, you may decide to convert your U.S. home into a rental property instead of selling it when you move overseas. This way, you can retain your equity while seeing that your home works to pay for itself. If you do decide to rent, however, please note that the income and expenses related to renting should bo...
5 Top Tax Tips for Foreigners Working in the U.S.
The United States tax system is complex and constantly changing. Most U.S. Citizens have difficulty understanding their tax obligations, and foreign residents living in the United States are left even more confused. If you are a foreign resident living in the United States, you may have a few questions about paying taxes and filing your...
Filing Taxes in the US as a Non-Resident with Form 1040
The United States of America hosts a wide variety of foreign expats every year who may be on temporary work assignments with no intention of staying in the US or acquiring citizenship or a Green Card. Like every employed person in the United States, foreign expats have employment tax and are required to file an annual return and pay any app...
How to Define U.S Alien Tax Status: Resident or Non-resident?
If you are not a U.S. citizen and not a green card holder, you are considered a non-resident alien for U.S. tax purposes until you either meet a substantial presence test for a calendar year. There’s a 183 days rule that will help...