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12 resources covering tax planning for Americans living or filing abroad.
FEIE Revocation and the 5-Year Lock: What Happens When You Switch Strategies
Revoking your FEIE election generally affects the next five tax years. Learn what the IRS says about revocation, re-election approval, and comparing FEIE with the Foreign Tax Credit before changing strategies.
7 Countries Offering Tax Residency Without Living There — And the IRS Form Most Expats Forget to File
Malta, Cyprus, and others let you establish tax residency with minimal physical presence. But a residency certificate alone does not get you the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion. Here is what actually works.
Moved Abroad With Your LLC? You May Be Overpaying US Taxes
Most LLC owners who move abroad have never heard of the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion. How it works, what it saves, and why self-employment tax is the catch.
I Tried 5 Expat Tax Services. Here is Why I Started My Own in Ecuador.
Most expat tax firms are call centers in Ohio. I could not find one that understood life abroad — so I started FileAbroad. PTIN holder. IRS e-file. Based in Cuenca.
No U.S.–Colombia Income Tax Treaty: How to Map Double-Tax Relief
There is no comprehensive U.S.–Colombia income tax treaty. Learn what this means, how the TIEA differs, and where to find double-tax relief under U.S. domestic law.
Using the FEIE Calculator: Estimate Exclusion Eligibility
Use our free FEIE calculator to see how much the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion could save you. Step-by-step guide with examples for 2025 and 2026 tax years.
Can Remote Workers Claim the FEIE? 2026 Rules & $132,900 Limit
See when remote work performed abroad may qualify for the 2026 FEIE, the $132,900 limit, W-2 vs. contractor rules and the two residence tests.
FEIE vs Foreign Tax Credit: 5 Expat Scenarios to Model Before Filing
Model five expat tax scenarios before choosing FEIE or the Foreign Tax Credit. See how income level, foreign tax rates, housing costs, and self-employment change the result.
Moving to Ecuador Tax Checklist for Americans (2026)
Pre-move tax checklist for Ecuador. State tax ties, FBAR setup, FEIE qualification, Ecuador tax ID and timeline. Expert guide for Americans moving to Ecuador.
The AMT Trap: Why FEIE High Earners Get Surprise Tax Bills
Earning over $200,000 abroad with the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion? You may face the Alternative Minimum Tax. Here's how to avoid this expensive surprise.
Foreign Tax Credit Carryforward: How Excess Credits Work
Paid more foreign tax than you can use this year? Excess credits don't disappear. Learn how the foreign tax credit carryforward works and how to plan ahead.
State Tax Obligations for Americans Abroad: Who Pays?
Moving abroad doesn't always end your state tax obligations. Learn which states continue to tax former residents and how to properly sever ties.