US Expat Tax Services Made Simple
Living in another country creates special difficulties with taxes, and for a U.S. person, there is nothing more complex than dealing with dual taxation. Clear House Accountants can take away these pains and simplify your life with our expertise in US Expat Tax Services, ensuring you are compliant in both jurisdictions and that you save as much tax as possible.
Completing and Filing a 1040 (All Schedules)
Claim Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIS)
Identify and Claim Double Taxation Relief
FATCA and FBAR Compliance
Any Other Bespoke Matter
Claiming Foreign Tax Credits (FTC in the UK Tax Return)
Expats-Focused Expertise
Why Our USA Expat Tax Services?
As Expert UK/US Expat Tax Preparers, we understand how to manage multiple jurisdictions around various double tax treaties, and that is just the start of what makes us different:
1. Expert Dual Taxation Support
Our experts are well-versed in the US and UK tax systems.
2. Proactive Tax Planning
Save more with proactive tax planning and customized strategies.
3. FBAR and FATCA Compliance
Special requirements for expats handled in totality.
4. Year-Round Support
Whenever you need us.
5. Optimised Tax Credits
Maximising your foreign tax credits and exclusions.
Our Streamlined Process
The following process optimises and straightens filing your US taxes:
1. Initial Consultation
Gain a strong understanding of your specific tax situation.
2. Assessment
Review financial documents for opportunities to save.
3. Preparation
Preparation of your US tax returns including Form 1040, FBAR, and FATCA reports.
4. Review
You review the returns.
5. Filing
We file with the IRS.
Comprehensive Tax Services for US Expats
Trusted Expertise: IRS Enrolled Agents
Why Clear House Accountants?
- Specialist US-UK Tax Advisors
- Real-Time Tax Planning
- Secured Digital Solutions
- Clear Pricing
We go beyond basic tax filing, actively monitoring changes to US and UK tax laws on your behalf to keep you compliant and optimized.
We’ve helped over 1,000 US expats
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FAQs
Most Asked Questions
Filing exemptions primarily depend on your income level and filing status: Filing Status Income Threshold Single Under $12,950 Married Filing Jointly Under $25,900 Self-Employed Under $400
The IRS offers streamlined procedures for catching up on missed filings, subsequently you’ll need to:
- File last three years of tax returns
- Submit six years of FBARs
- Provide a statement explaining why you didn’t file
It depends on your filing status. Notably, in general, self-employed persons need to file if they make over $400 in a year. For other types of income, use the standard U.S. general filing thresholds, with the final statement concerning whether foreign-earned income exclusions impact the final tax liability.
This status applies if you are unmarried you pay more than half the cost of keeping up a home for a tax year, and you have a qualifying dependent. Hence it offers more favorable tax rates and a higher standard deduction than filing as a single.
The treaty eliminates the double taxation of a variety of types of income. The Totalization Agreement coordinates Social Security benefits between the two countries. These agreements have a number of upside benefits:
- Against UK taxes paid credit for taxes
- Special treatment for pension contributions
- Reduced withholding rates on certain income types
- Protection for retirement account contributions
Contact our US expat tax services team to understand how these agreements can benefit your specific situation.
