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Big news! Those who live in Israel, or have an accountant in Israel now have until 9/30/2025 to file their return or pay their taxes for 2023 or 2024.

Big news! Those who live in Israel, or have an accountant in Israel now have until 9/30/2025 to file their return or pay their taxes for...

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What's the difference between a tax accountant and a general accountant?

What's the difference between a tax accountant and a general accountant? I would say that it's analogous to the difference between a...

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Here's a hack to get a retroactive tax return extension to 9/30/2025, even if you forgot to file for one:

Here's a hack to get a retroactive tax return extension to 9/30/2025, even if you forgot to file for one: The IRS gave an automatic...

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One of the biggest misconceptions regarding FBAR (Foreign [non-US] bank account) reports is that only accounts with $10k or equivalent need to be reported.

One of the biggest misconceptions regarding FBAR (Foreign [non-US] bank account) reports is that only accounts with $10k or equivalent...

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Recently, news of proposed expanded child tax credits have been in the news. Some rumors have been swirling around, so here is a rundown:

9/2024 Recently, news of proposed expanded child tax credits have been in the news. Some rumors have been swirling around, so here is a...

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Taking tax planning a little too far:

Taking tax planning a little too far: Seen on Linkedin: "I induced my last baby Dec. 29th and had her on the 30th for tax purposes"

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"But my expected refund is barely more than your fee!! Can I get a discount?"

"But my expected refund is barely more than your fee!! Can I get a discount?" Me: So according to that way of thinking, for people who...

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Filing taxes for a deceased person presents many difficulties, and detective style methods may be needed to file a return properly.

Filing taxes for a deceased person presents many difficulties, and detective style methods may be needed to file a return properly. A...

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Sometimes it's a bit shocking to hear how clueless some people are about tax filing responsibilities, and how the US immigration system works.

Sometimes it's a bit shocking to hear how clueless some people are about tax filing responsibilities, and how the US immigration system...

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One thing tax pros have to watch out for on a daily basis is "spear phishing".

One thing tax pros have to watch out for on a daily basis is "spear phishing". Hackers trying to steal information pretend to be...

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Did you know? NJ now has a $1,000 refundable child tax credit, while NY only gives up to $330 for the empire state child credit.

Did you know? NJ now has a $1,000 refundable child tax credit, while NY only gives up to $330 for the empire state child credit. Both are...

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"My experience is that professionals like yourself are paid for the actual work they do for their clients and not for dispensing advice"

"My experience is that professionals like yourself are paid for the actual work they do for their clients and not for dispensing advice...

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Is it OK to have your tax refund deposited in a friend or family member's bank account, in case you don't have a US account?

Is it OK to have your tax refund deposited in a friend or family member's bank account, in case you don't have a US account? It's a...

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A question I get a lot is if low income US expats can qualify for the earned income credit. Lots of confusion going around. Here's the rundown:

A question I get a lot is if low income US expats can qualify for the earned income credit. Lots of confusion going around. Here's the...

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"As a regular employee, I never owe any US taxes anyhow. Do I really need to file each year?" This is a common question US expats ask.

"As a regular employee, I never owe any US taxes anyhow. Do I really need to file each year?" This is a common question US expats ask....

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Is it OK to borrow money to pay for your tax accountant's fees, hoping that the refund will come quick enough to avoid any issues?

Is it OK to borrow money to pay for your tax accountant's fees, hoping that the refund will come quick enough to avoid any issues? Put it...

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Imagine getting another $4000 refund for having another accountant review your return!

Imagine getting another $4000 refund for having another accountant review your return! This story happened today: When people come to me...

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Some thoughts on the 4th of July, and how immigrating to the US restored honor to my family:

7/2024 Some thoughts on the 4th of July, and how immigrating to the US restored honor to my family: After surviving the unspeakable...

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Don't rely on your tax refund to pay your immediate bills! While refunds are normally issued within a few weeks of filing, they can be delayed for various reasons:

Don't rely on your tax refund to pay your immediate bills! While refunds are normally issued within a few weeks of filing, they can be...

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Is the IRS out to get you? Will they put you in jail?

Is the IRS out to get you? Will they put you in jail? If you didn't file your tax returns properly due to not understanding what was...

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