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1040NR Exemptions Explained

Nonresident aliens may be confused the first time they complete IRS Form 1040NR. Do you automatically qualify for exemptions? How can you benefit from exemptions? Understanding applicable exemptions can help nonresident aliens reduce their taxable income when...

Who Has to File 1040NR?

Who Has to File 1040NR? Although the United States operates within a citizen-based taxation system, some nonresidents may have to pay income taxes to the IRS by filing Form 1040NR. So, who specifically has to complete this form, and what is it? Generally, nonresident...

A Guide to Teaching Abroad and Filing Taxes in the U.S.

Teaching abroad is not only a great experience, but one that allows you to mold minds across the globe. It’s fulfilling and transformative, but it doesn’t exempt you from filing your U.S. taxes. Expat teachers need to know how to proceed once tax season...

U.S. Expats Living in Croatia: How to File Taxes

U.S. expats living in Croatia must know how to file their taxes. The rules change once you move abroad and can become complicated quickly. So how do you file your taxes as a U.S. expat living in Croatia, and what do you need to know? Filing your taxes as a U.S. expat...

What Happens if You Inherit Money from Another Country?

Suppose you inherited money from another country. Well, what happens next? If you’re an American citizen living in the United States or overseas, there may be several forms you have to fill out. Besides that, your responsibilities are few. That being said,...
6 Common Taxpayer Mistakes