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by David Tzimenakis · November 18th, 2019

Video – Gambling Winnings – US Tax

Planning a weekend in Las Vegas?

by David Tzimenakis · November 4th, 2019

Video – IRS Processing Times

When filing returns or letters to the IRS, waiting for it to be processed can be a tedious waiting game.

by David Tzimenakis · October 21st, 2019

Video – Choosing the right US Expat Tax Accountant

When it comes to choosing a US tax practitioner to work with, finding a firm with the right expertise can be challenging.

by David Tzimenakis · October 14th, 2019

Video – Tax Planning for US Expats

One key method of ensuring that your US tax returns have as few complications as possible, is effective tax planning.

by David Tzimenakis · October 7th, 2019

Video – 15th December Deadline

When residing overseas, filing your US tax return on time can come with its difficulties. Fortunately, numerous extensions are available, initially up to 15th June each year, and then an additional extension up to 15th October.

by David Tzimenakis · October 1st, 2019

News – Australian Director Tony Eaton Retires from Business

It is with best wishes, that today we say goodbye to our Australian Director, Tony Eaton, who has retired from a day to day role in the business. Tony formed US Global Tax with our NZ Director Lance Morris in 2014, and has seen the company go from strength to strength, assisting thousands of US taxpayers since.

by David Tzimenakis · September 23rd, 2019

Video – Posting Tax Returns to the IRS

Whilst the vast majority of US tax forms can now be electronically filed with the IRS, using an Authorised e-File provider (such as US Global Tax), many documents are still required to be paper filed.

by David Tzimenakis · September 16th, 2019

Video – Form 3520-A, Foreign Trust Filing Deadline

Today, 16th September 2019 is the final day in which a timely filed, calendar year Form 3520-A for a Foreign Grantor Trust can be filed (with extension).

by David Tzimenakis · September 9th, 2019

Shared News Item – US Expats at Risk of Account Freeze under FATCA

As many US citizens are aware, FATCA (the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act) has been in place for a number of years, and has changed the financial landscape for US citizens residing overseas.

by David Tzimenakis · September 2nd, 2019

Video – Form W-7, Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers

For non-US citizens or green card holders who have any dealings with the IRS, an ITIN number is needed in most cases. An ITIN is an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, and is similar to a Social Security Number.

by David Tzimenakis · August 26th, 2019

Video – US Taxation of Inheritance and Estates

Losing a loved one can be a difficult time, with tax implications understandably at the back of most peoples minds.

by David Tzimenakis · August 19th, 2019

Video – Capital Gains Tax for US Expats

Many of our clients, both living inside and outside the US frequently have to deal with the issue of Capital Gains. Questions vary from what the tax liability could be, to what forms we would use to report the gain.

by David Tzimenakis · August 12th, 2019

New IRS Tax Withholding Estimator

Many of our clients live and/or work in the US, and each year need to calculate what percentage withholding tax for their employer to withhold from their wages.

by David Tzimenakis · August 5th, 2019

Dealing with Tax upon Divorce or Separation – IRS Update

Many different life events can have an impact on your taxes, as a US expat. One which we deal with frequently, is the tax implications of divorce or separation.

by David Tzimenakis · July 8th, 2019

Video – Foreign Companies

Many of our clients hold companies based outside of the US. But, what filing requirements does this create?