Our Somerset County, NJ Expat Tax Services

FBAR & FATCA

Expatriates must report foreign bank accounts exceeding $10,000 in aggregate using the FBAR (FinCEN Form 114) and disclose foreign financial assets with Form 8938 if applicable. At Torino Accounting Group, we specialize in ensuring your expat tax compliance with these complex reporting requirements to avoid steep penalties and safeguard your financial standing.

Tax Residency Status

Understanding your tax residency status is crucial for determining your expat tax obligations. Even if you live abroad, the U.S. taxes its citizens and green card holders on worldwide income, but your residency status in a foreign country can impact your eligibility for benefits like the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) or Foreign Tax Credit (FTC). We’ll help you navigate the complexities of dual residency, treaties, and compliance to ensure you meet all requirements while minimizing your tax burden.

State Tax Obligations

Even as an expatriate, you may still have state tax filing requirements depending on your last U.S. residence or state-specific rules. We help you navigate whether you need to file state tax returns and explore strategies to minimize or eliminate state tax liabilities while living abroad.

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TurboTax vs Tax Preparer: How Should I File My Somerset County Business Taxes?

 Key TakeawaysDIY tax software can work for very simple, low-income businesses, but it assumes you already know how to classify transactions and identify tax opportunities. A tax preparer makes sure expenses, credits, and entity decisions are handled legally...

What Do I Need to Bring To My Tax Appointment With My Somerset County Accountant?

 Key Takeaways Personal and business identification details, including Social Security numbers and business IDs Complete income records Documentation that supports deductions, credits, and major purchases Proof of tax payments already made...

What’s The Last Date For Employers To Send Out W-2 Forms to Somerset County Employees?

 Key TakeawaysW-2s and 1099-NECs must be sent to workers by February 2, 2026 (for the 2025 tax year). Those same forms must also be filed with the government by February 2, 2026, whether you file electronically or on paper. If you file 10 or more total...

How Many KPIs Should You Have For Your Somerset County Business?

 Key TakeawaysYou only need 5–9 true KPIs for effective 2026 planning. KPIs should connect directly to a specific financial or strategic goal. Too many KPIs dilute focus and slow decision-making. The right KPIs help you act earlier, not just...

Season’s Greetings From Torino Accounting Group

Season’s greetings from the Torino Accounting Group team. For you and me both, this week can feel like a blur – trying to finish out last-minute year-end tax moves while making sure the books are wrapping up nicely. And while it’s rather fast-paced here at...

What Are The Year-End Tax Moves to Make Now For Somerset County Business Owners?

 Key TakeawaysIt is not too late to create meaningful tax savings before December 31, but the remaining moves are very timing-sensitive. Low-cost, in-stock equipment and supplies are the most realistic last-minute purchases that can still be deducted this...

Big Beautiful Bill Details Somerset County Business Owners Might Have Missed

 Key Takeaways The more favorable EBITDA-based business interest deduction limit is back for your 2025 tax year. (New restrictions are coming in 2026.) New R&E rules aren’t automatic. Retroactive benefits for 2022–2024 require elections, deadlines,...

Bedminster Small Business Holiday Expenses: What Can I Deduct On Taxes?

 Key TakeawaysCompany-wide holiday parties for employees are generally 100% deductible, as long as they’re not exclusive to owners or managers. Meals with clients are typically only 50% deductible, and entertainment remains 0% deductible. Employee gifts...

What Payroll Checklist Steps Do Somerset County, NJ Business Owners Need to Complete Before December 31?

 Key TakeawaysVerify all business and employee information early. Even small errors in EINs, addresses, or Social Security numbers can create big filing issues. Review 2026 compensation rules now. State and local minimum wage increases and the Social...

Can Somerset County, NJ Investors Use Losses To Lower Capital Gains Federal Tax?

 Key TakeawaysYou can sell losing investments to realize a capital loss that offsets taxable gains. If your losses exceed gains, you can deduct up to $3,000 against ordinary income ($1,500 if married filing separately). Unused losses carry forward...

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