FeaturedTax Migration19 min read

California's Two New Taxes for 2027: What SB 122 and SB 125 Actually Cost You (and the One Tax Cut Sacramento Can't Block)

On June 29, 2026, Governor Newsom signed a budget that creates two new taxes effective January 1, 2027: a sales tax on software and SaaS (SB 122) and a redesigned health plan tax (SB 125) that is expected to flow into private premiums. This guide breaks down exactly what each tax covers, what is exempt, what a real household will pay, and why the sourcing rule in SB 122 makes your address the deciding factor. It also covers what it actually takes to move your domicile to a state that taxes neither your software nor your income.

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Expat Taxes Articles

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Expat Taxes22 min read

Key 2026 Updates for U.S. Expatriates: March 2026 Tax Season Guide

Everything U.S. expats need to know for the 2026 tax season: updated FEIE limits ($130,000 for 2025, $132,900 for 2026), filing deadlines, FBAR and FATCA thresholds, OBBBA impacts, CTA relief, IRS enforcement trends, and why Florida domicile eliminates state income tax for Americans abroad.

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Expat Taxes18 min read

Foreign Earned Income Exclusion 2026: Exclude $132,900

Everything you need to know about the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion for 2026, including the $132,900 limit, eligibility requirements, physical presence test, bona fide residence test, and how to claim FEIE on Form 2555.

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Expat Taxes16 min read

Do Expats Pay State Taxes? Complete 2026 Guide

Do expats pay state taxes? Yes, if domiciled in CA, NY, or other high-tax states. Learn how to legally eliminate state taxes by establishing Florida residency before moving abroad.

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Expat Taxes16 min read

Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) 2026: Complete Guide vs FEIE Comparison

Comprehensive guide to the Foreign Tax Credit for 2026, including Form 1116 instructions, FTC vs FEIE comparison, carryforward rules, and strategies for Americans living abroad. Learn which option saves you more money based on your situation.

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Expat Taxes14 min read

US Expat Tax Filing Requirements 2026: Complete Checklist

Complete guide to U.S. expat tax filing requirements for 2026. Learn filing deadlines, required forms (1040, 2555, 1116, FBAR, FATCA), extensions, penalties, and step-by-step instructions for Americans living abroad.

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Expat Taxes20 min read

Moving to Portugal as a Digital Nomad: Complete Tax Guide 2026

Complete guide to Portugal's digital nomad visa, tax residency rules, and the end of the NHR regime. Learn D7 vs D8 visa requirements, 183-day rule, tax rates, social security, and U.S. tax obligations for Americans moving to Portugal in 2026.

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