Blogs
Blogs
Guides and insight on US–UK cross-border tax: FBAR and FATCA, the FIG regime, dual filing, property, expatriation and more — written by dual-qualified specialists.
Recent articles
The Four-Year FIG Regime Explained
The UK's four-year FIG regime replaced the remittance basis from April 2025. Our guide covers who qualifies, what it covers, the cost, and the US complication.
ATED Explained: The Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings
ATED is an annual charge on UK homes over £500,000 held by companies. Our guide covers who's caught, the bands, reliefs that reduce it to nil, and deadlines.
FBAR & FATCA: A Guide for Americans in the UK
Americans in the UK must report UK accounts, ISAs and pensions via FBAR and FATCA. Our guide covers thresholds, deadlines, penalties and how to catch up.
From the archive
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2026 UK & US Tax Rules: Updated for Cross-Border Taxpayers
A practical 2026 guide to updated UK and US tax rules — frozen allowances, dividend rate rises, OBBBA changes, and what US–UK taxpayers should plan for.
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The 60-Day CGT Reporting Rule on UK Property: A Guide for Non-Residents
Non-residents selling UK property must file a return and pay CGT within 60 days of completion. Our guide covers deadlines, reliefs, penalties and the US side.
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US Citizens Buying UK Property: SDLT, the Non-Resident Landlord Scheme and CGT Explained
US citizens buying UK property face the 2% non-resident SDLT surcharge, NRL Scheme withholding and 60-day CGT reporting. Our guide explains each step.
