Nathalie Goldstein, CEO of MyExpatTaxes, joins the Expat Focus Podcast for an essential conversation about U.S. tax obligations for Americans living abroad. As an expat herself living in Austria for the past decade, Nathalie shares her personal journey and explains why she created a platform specifically designed to help U.S. citizens navigate their complex tax filing requirements from overseas.

From understanding basic obligations and deadlines to avoiding double taxation, dealing with FATCA and FBAR requirements, and managing digital nomad tax implications, this episode breaks down everything you need to know about U.S. expat taxes. Nathalie offers valuable insights on choosing the right tax filing platform, explains common pitfalls to avoid, and shares tips for making the process as stress-free as possible. Whether you're a long-term expat or planning to move abroad, this conversation will help you understand and manage your U.S. tax obligations with confidence.

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00:00 Introduction and Call for Feedback

00:23 Understanding U.S. Tax Obligations for Expats

00:45 Meet Natalie Goldstein from MyExpatTaxes

01:36 Natalie's Journey from California to Austria

04:45 Filing U.S. Taxes as an Expat

08:03 Avoiding Double Taxation

13:44 Tax Filing Tips and Deadlines

17:39 Choosing the Right Tax Filing Platform

19:02 Challenges of Filing Taxes as an Expat

19:38 The Birth of MyExpatTaxes

19:55 Tailored Tax Solutions for Expats

20:41 Complex Tax Situations and Solutions

22:59 Digital Nomads and Tax Benefits

26:27 Understanding FATCA and FBAR

34:13 Penalties and Compliance

36:24 How to Get Help with Your Expat Taxes

37:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts