Mertz International Limited

Big birthday wishes to the leader who keeps us inspired every day!

Happy Birthday to our CEO, Michael A. Mertz, CPA, eMBA! Thank you for creating such a supportive environment and guiding the MIL team to new heights. We hope you take some well-deserved time to celebrate today! 🥳🎂

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We see the same pattern every filing season.

A tax return might look finished on the surface, but a closer look often tells a different story. It could be a foreign bank account that was missed or local income that wasn't reported quite right. These aren't always obvious mistakes, but they are exactly what the IRS looks for.

As we get closer to the April deadline, the temptation is to just hit send and be done with it. However, rushing is usually when these small details slip through the cracks. Taking the time for a proper review now is much easier than trying to fix a mistake months down the line.

At Mertz International Limited, we help expats get their returns right the first time. We look at your entire financial picture to catch those hidden details before anything is submitted. That way, you can move past tax season knowing your filing is accurate and complete.

If you haven't finished your 2025 return yet, now is the best time to get it handled.

Send us a message or email us, and we can take it from there.

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Your first year overseas sets the foundation for your long-term tax situation.

Relocating to another country brings opportunity, freedom, and a long list of adjustments. One thing that doesn’t disappear after your move is your tax responsibility.

At Mertz International Limited, we help individuals living abroad set up their tax situation correctly from the start—so future years are simpler, safer, and more tax-efficient.

If this is your first year overseas, the right guidance now can make a lasting difference.

Read more: https://www.mertzinternational.com/blog/just-relocated-dont-let-your-first-year-overseas-be-your-most-expensive

This community started with one goal. Give expats clear, reliable answers about taxes and life abroad.

Today, the US Expat Tax Lounge™ with Mike Mertz, CPA is home to 14,000 members, all looking for clarity, confidence, and smarter ways to handle their U.S. tax obligations while living overseas.

Led by Mike Mertz, CPA, Founder and CEO of Mertz International Limited, the group is shaped by more than 27 years of expat life across 16 countries and more than 17 years focused exclusively on U.S. expat tax. Thousands of expats abroad have used this guidance to stay compliant, reduce taxes legally, and protect their financial future.

If you want straightforward insight, real experience, and a private space to ask the right questions, this group was built for you.

Join here: https://web.facebook.com/groups/ExpatTaxBlogQuestions

If you need expert help with tax preparation or tax planning, Mertz International Limited is ready to help you stay compliant, save money, and protect your financial future.

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Most New Year’s resolutions don’t make it past February.

But here’s one that actually pays off.

“This year, I’ll stop guessing about my taxes.”

If you’re living abroad, taxes tend to become that quiet stress you carry all year. You file late. You hope it’s right. You wonder if you missed something — or overpaid without realizing it.

A smarter tax setup isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing it right:
• Knowing what income actually needs to be reported
• Using the rules meant for expats (not ignoring them)
• Having clarity instead of second-guessing every filing

📌 With over 27 years of expat experience, including 17 years focused on U.S. expat tax, Michael A. Mertz, CPA, eMBA, Founder and CEO of Mertz International Limited, helps Americans abroad plan ahead and avoid costly tax mistakes.

If one of your goals is fewer financial “what ifs,” your taxes are a good place to start.

If you want clarity this year, reach out today:
📧 Email: [email protected]

As we step into the new year, everyone at Mertz International Limited wants to wish you a great start to the months ahead. We hope the year begins on a positive note for you and your family.

Thank you for being part of our journey and for trusting us along the way. We truly value the connection we have built and look forward to continuing to support you.

Here’s to fresh goals, steady progress, and a year filled with good moments. Wishing you a happy and hopeful New Year from all of us at MIL.