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Are you an American or US "green card" holder living in Japan? Navigating U.S. tax obligations can be complex in any case, but are especially so for expatriates. As a seasoned tax professional specializing in expatriate returns for Japan-resident US taxpayers, I can help you understand and meet your U.S. tax responsibilities. It is important to keep the following in mind:

• Global income reporting: The IRS requires U.S. citizens and green card holders to report worldwide income, regardless of where in the world you reside.
• Universal filing requirements: Despite residing abroad, you're subject to the same tax filing rules as U.S. residents, meaning all income—foreign and domestic—must be declared.
• Potential double taxation: While you may pay taxes in your country of residence, the IRS still mandates reporting that income. However, I can help you avoid paying taxes twice on the same income.
• Expatriate tax benefits: The U.S. tax code offers several expatriate-specific advantages, including Foreign Earned Income Exclusion, the Foreign Tax Credit, and the Housing Exclusion or Deduction
• Mandatory filing: Even if you owe no U.S. taxes thanks to expat tax benefits, if your taxable income exceeds the minumum required to file, you are required to file a return reporting all worldwide income. (In fact, by not filing a timely return, you could later lose the right to claim certain expat tax benefits that would have been available on a timely-filed return.)

Don't let the complexities of expatriate taxes overwhelm you. As your dedicated tax preparer, I'll ensure you remain compliant with U.S. tax laws while maximizing your tax benefits. Contact me today to simplify your expatriate tax-filing experience!