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I am an IRS-authorized EA and principal of a Tax Preparation firm focusing on U.S. Expatriates. We specialize in all tax issues faced by American citizens living abroad - such as foreign earned income, tax treaties, foreign spouse, etc. Visit our website - www.TaxesForExpats.com - for more information.
Experience in the area
18 years professional tax experience, 12 with expatriate taxes.
Publications
Expatriate tax information on www.TaxesForExpats.com
Education/Credentials
MBA from Zicklin School Of Business, IRS Enrolled Agent
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Recent Answers from IJ Zemelman, EA MBA
2013-05-19 large deposits from abroad:
Dear Alla, Foreign bank transfer will be reported by the bank and you have to be able to explain the source of funds - if IRS asked. Return of the loan is a plausible explanation - however, the loan
2013-05-12 Expatriate Purchasing Vacation Home in US:
Dear Nathan, Purchase of vacation home in Montana will not trigger residency. Having a primary residency indeed will weaken your position. The rules for residency requirements in Montana are unambiguous:
2013-05-07 MA Resident but Live Overseas:
Dear Heather, State residency issues is the most complicated area of expat returns - albeit the federal part can hardly be considered simple. You are not required to file MA tax return (see http://www
2013-04-28 Accountants responsibility?:
Dear Sue, All paid tax preparers are responsible for compliance to IRS code of tax return they sign for the clients. Please see http://www.irs.gov/Tax-Professionals/Return-Preparer-Regulations-Overview
2013-03-13 Stock options tax for non-residents:
Dear Harpreet, Stock options is a deferred compensation for prior personal services from U.S. sources. You are required to file U.S. non-resident tax return and report this income. (see http://www
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