The New “Digital Nomad”: Working Across Borders and the US/UK Tax Traps
The New “Digital Nomad”: Working Across Borders and the US/UK Tax Traps Muhammad Zeeshan June 11, 2025 Tax In today’s increasingly globalized world, a new kind of professional has emerged — one who splits their time and work between countries, seamlessly moving between continents while staying productive and connected. These modern “digital nomads” aren’t just […]
Setting Up a UK Business as a US Person: Legal Entity Pitfalls
Setting Up a UK Business as a US Person: Legal Entity Pitfalls Muhammad Zeeshan June 11, 2025 Tax For US citizens looking to launch or expand a business in the UK, the country’s ease of doing business, familiar legal system, and strong service economy make it an attractive destination. But while setting up a UK […]
Phantom Gains: When FX Movements Create Unexpected Tax Bills
Phantom Gains: When FX Movements Create Unexpected Tax Bills Muhammad Zeeshan June 11, 2025 Tax For many US/UK taxpayers, the moment they realise that foreign exchange (FX) movements can influence their capital gains tax bill is often a moment of disbelief. How can you owe tax on money you didn’t actually “gain”? The culprit is […]
Understanding the Differences Between UK and US Capital Gains Tax Calculations
Understanding the Differences Between UK and US Capital Gains Tax Calculations Muhammad Zeeshan May 8, 2025 Tax Navigating tax reporting as a US citizen in the UK can be challenging due to fundamental differences in tax periods, currency considerations, and capital gains methodologies. While US taxpayers may be familiar with using Form 1099 for their […]
Understanding US and UK Tax Compliance for Expats and Advisors
Understanding US and UK Tax Compliance for Expats and Advisors Courtney Griffiths February 17, 2025 Tax Navigating tax compliance as an expatriate can be complex, especially when living and earning between two nations with distinct tax systems, such as the United States and the United Kingdom. For expats and their financial advisors, understanding the key […]
How UK and US Tax Laws Impact Expatriates: A Quick Overview
Understanding US Tax Disclosure: What Expats Need to Know Courtney Griffiths March 3, 2025 Tax Living abroad as a U.S. citizen offers a unique set of opportunities and challenges. Among these challenges is navigating the complexities of U.S. tax disclosure. Unlike most countries, the United States taxes its citizens on their worldwide income, no matter […]
Top Strategies to Minimize Tax Liability for US and UK Expatriates
Top Strategies to Minimize Tax Liability for US and UK Expatriates Courtney Griffiths February 19, 2025 Tax Navigating tax obligations as an expatriate can be complex, especially for those residing in or earning income across multiple countries. Both the United States and the United Kingdom have specific tax rules that apply to their citizens living […]
Understanding US Tax Disclosure: What Expats Need to Know
Understanding US Tax Disclosure: What Expats Need to Know Courtney Griffiths March 3, 2025 Tax Living abroad as a U.S. citizen offers a unique set of opportunities and challenges. Among these challenges is navigating the complexities of U.S. tax disclosure. Unlike most countries, the United States taxes its citizens on their worldwide income, no matter […]
The Benefits of Hiring a US-UK Tax Accountant for International Tax Planning
The Benefits of Hiring a US-UK Tax Accountant for International Tax Planning Courtney Griffiths February 14, 2025 Tax As globalization continues to blur national boundaries, more individuals and businesses are finding themselves navigating the complexities of international tax systems. For Americans living in the UK or British citizens with US financial ties, the overlap between […]
When to Seek Professional Help with UK Disclosure: Navigating UK Tax Requirements
When to Seek Professional Help with UK Disclosure: Navigating UK Tax Requirements Courtney Griffiths September 16, 2024 Tax Navigating the UK tax system can often be complicated, especially when it comes to ensuring full compliance with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). For many, tax compliance is straightforward, but for others—particularly those with offshore income, unreported […]