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13 resources covering tax planning for Americans living or filing abroad.
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September 22, 2026FEIE vs Foreign Tax Credit: Why January 1 Matters More Than April 15
Your first full calendar year abroad often decides whether the bona fide residence test, the physical presence test, or the foreign tax credit does the heavy lifting. Plan it in Q4, not at filing time.
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July 30, 2026FEIE 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.
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April 6, 20267 Countries Offering Tax Residency Without Living There — And the IRS Form Most Expats Forget to File
Malta, Cyprus and others offer tax residency with minimal presence — and the IRS form most expats forget that decides your FEIE eligibility.
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March 29, 2026Moved 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.
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March 16, 2026I 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.
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March 16, 2026No 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.
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February 26, 2026Using 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.
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February 26, 2026Can 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.
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February 15, 2026FEIE 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.
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February 13, 2026Moving 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.
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February 1, 2026The 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.
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February 1, 2026Foreign 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.
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February 1, 2026State 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.