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$500 Expat Tax Returns
By US CPA With Over 20 Years Experience
Personally prepared by Edward Parsons, CPA
—trusted by 1,000+ U.S. expats for accurate, compliant filing.
Most returns under $500. Work directly with Edward Parsons, CPA—no prep mill, no handoffs. WhatsApp access for quick questions. Accurate, on-time filing for the 2025 tax year.
Included
- Form 1040 + Form 2555 (FEIE)
or Form 1116 (FTC) Included - FBAR (FinCEN Form 114)
when required Included - Electronic filing
(IRS acceptance acks) Included - Secure digital repository
GLBA‑compliant; IRS retention Included - Audit Protection Guarantee
IRS letters answered Included
Common add-ons
- Self Employed
Contractors +$75 - Form 8938
FATCA +$100 - PFIC
Form 8621 +$200 - Form 8865
Foreign Partnership +$500 - Form 5471
Foreign Corporation +$500
Mr. Parsons is an extremely talented and competent tax professional. Motu Novu very often relies on him for all matters of personal taxation of individuals with an international situation, and always finds his answers to be timely, accurate, and useful. Highly recommended for expats -- both U.S. expats abroad and international expats in the U.S.A.
Ed's analytical skills and attention to detail enable him to make quick and accurate decisions in a fast paced work environment. Ed operates with integrity and continously looks for ways to improve. It was always a pleasure to work with head, we benefited from his financial knowledge and he is truly missed.Ed will be an asset to anyone seeking his professional assistance.
Ed worked for me as a project accountant on several complex projects at Goodwill. He did a great job for us and was extremely professional in all his work. Key attributes of Ed's work included excellent followup, frequent status reports and clear documentation. He completed the work on a timely basis and ensured that we were satisfied with his work. I would not hesitate to hire him back.
I've worked with Ed for over three years. Ed goes out of his way to find the right answer and is quick to seek out others for confirmation. He is always working to find the best possible solutions for his clients.
Ed is fantastic and is very knowledgeable and tech savvy. We have collaborated on a number of clients together and I highly recommend him. Thanks Ed!
Ed is amazing! International taxes are complicated and he was very patient explaining everything and what needed to be done. Ed is very thorough and easy to work with. I highly recommend him!
Ed brings analytical, practical and international experience to bear for his work and his clients. He is the real deal when it comes to understanding complex financial situations, whether it be personal, or commercial, individual or multi million dollar situations.And, he's got the best sense of humor of any CPA I know. Ed's ability to cut through the noise and produce key results has been outstanding.I recommend Ed for any financial issue!Best, John
Ed is a dynamic, self-starter, and intelligent person with whom I had the pleasure of working at IdentiCert. Ed really impressed me with his grasp of the big picture and then taking care of all the accounting and tax issues in the best interest of the company. Ed took on initiatives of his own accord. He also managed to finish his Masters degree while working for us full-time, which was very impressive. I would gladly work with Ed again if I had the opportunity.
If you have Tax issues, you need to reach out to Ed! He will resolve them. I highly recommend Ed!
Ed was incredible to work with. I had several years of complex state and federal tax issues and a total bookkeeping mess. He tackled everything with clarity, patience, and a thorough approach that gave me peace of mind. Thanks to him, I could keep my focus on my family and businesses while he handled the heavy lifting. I highly recommend Ed if you need someone trustworthy and detail-oriented to help you get back on track.
Ed has saved me from dealing with Federal agencies and also the State. Ed shielded me from phone calls and letters. Ed was very quick and prompt to remove a 100% Levy that was put on me, he resolved this within a 48-hour time period. Ed constantly keeps me up to date on the status of my situation, what he has achieved, and what the game plan is for the next day. Ed has resolved my situation for a very small fraction of what the IRS and the state were stating that I owed. However, the best part about working with Ed and his team is that they make you feel like they care about you. This is not a giant corporation. They treat you like a human and show empathy and they all care very much about their customers and their customer’s situations. If you have tax issues or even think you might have a tax related situation, then you need to reach out to Ed. I wish I would have reached out to him years ago. You won’t regret it. Ed and his team has turned a world of stress into something that can actually be managed and allows me to continue to focus on my work and my responsibilities.
I have worked with ED a number of years and I have found few persons sharper.Ed is a brilliant tax guy.Ed is fast, affordable, and relates to ALL clients very well.He works across many sectors of tax.He speaks other languages and communicates very well with every client.He is a pure 5 star guy.You will not go wrong.
I was made to believe by the IRS that I owed over $8k in back taxes. I called Mr. Parsons and in less than one week I owe nothing !
Ed is professional and knowledgeable. He is always available for any questions i might have. There is no one better for my expat taxes.
Most Filers
- Direct Realtime Communication With Edward Parsons, CPA.
- Prepared & reviewed and all aspects handled by Edward Parsons CPA.
- 10-business-day turnaround after docs
- IRS correspondence included
- FBAR filing included when required
- Both Form 2555 (FEIE) and Form 1116 (FTC) included
Included in $500
- Form 1040 with Form 2555 or Form 1116
- FBAR (FinCEN Form 114) when required
- Electronic filing with IRS acceptance acknowledgments
- Digital Repository of All Your Tax Matters, Bank Grade Security And Encryption, Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) compliant. IRS Retention Periods
- Audit Protection Guarantee. Any Questions Regarding Your Returns I will Reply To The IRS As Part of your Contracted fee
Common Add-Ons
| Form | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Schedule C | Self Employed Contractors | +$75 |
| Form 8938 (FATCA) | Specified foreign financial assets | +$100 |
| Form 5471 | Foreign corporation (per entity / year) | +$500 |
| Form 1120 | U.S. Corporation return | $500 |
| Form 1120-S | S Corporation return | $500 |
Exact fee shown during Interview before we start.
Why Choose Me
Solo-CPA continuity on every case, lower fees, and post-filing protection.
My Firm Solo CPA
You work directly with me from first call to final filing—no handoffs.
- Licensed Since 2009, Thousands of Expats Represented
- Direct 1:1 with the CPA throughout your case
- Lower fees — no sales commissions or overhead
- Audit-protection responses included
- 12 months of IRS transcript monitoring
- Transparent pricing before we start
- Kickoff within 48 hours of documents
Big Online Firms
High capacity, more handoffs.
- Multiple team layers
- Per-form pricing
- Audit support costs extra
- No monitoring included
Other Boutique Firms
Hands-on, but varies.
- Limited continuity
- Audit support often billable
- Monitoring rarely included
DIY software: cheapest upfront — you do everything yourself.
How your 2025 expat return gets done — in 10 business days
5‑minute quote & fit check
Start with the brief online interview — this keeps your fee low and the workflow efficient. Please begin here: Start the interview.
Secure document checklist
Upload via your preferred secure method or I will create a Microsoft Teams workspace (GLBA‑compliant) for encrypted file transfer and collaboration. You’ll receive a precise checklist.
CPA prep & fast Q&A
I prepare your return personally. Have a question? Use WhatsApp for fastest replies, or we’ll use Microsoft Teams (or your preferred channel). No assumptions — I’ll reach out if anything needs clarification.
Plain‑English draft review
You’ll receive a clear PDF draft plus a concise summary explaining your Form 1040 and any Form 2555 (FEIE)/Form 1116 (FTC). Prefer a call? We can schedule a live Zoom review — included in your fee.
E‑file & FBAR
I e‑file your federal return and submit FBAR (FinCEN Form 114) when required. You’ll receive IRS acceptance acknowledgments and organized copies.
Year‑round peace of mind
- Audit Protection Guarantee: If the IRS asks about a return I prepared, I reply as part of your contracted fee (no outcome guarantees).
- Ongoing access: WhatsApp or Teams for clarifications and planning throughout the year.
To meet the 10‑day turnaround, here’s what I need from you
- Start with the interview: please complete the 5‑minute interview before scheduling or messaging; it ensures accurate pricing and a clean workflow.
- Be organized: upload the requested documents in one batch when possible.
- Be responsive: reply to clarification questions within 1–2 business days via your chosen channel.
- Stay on one channel: WhatsApp or Teams — whichever you prefer — to keep the process fast.
Pricing note: The low, fixed pricing assumes an in‑and‑out process completed within 10 business days after all requested information is received. If your situation requires extraordinary work (e.g., missing records, complex entity structures, multi‑year rework, or prolonged delays), I’ll flag it early and provide a fixed add‑fee before continuing.
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Why work with Edward Parsons, a Solo Practitioner CPA
Prepared, reviewed, and filed by Edward Parsons, CPA. 20+ years in practice and 1,000+ expat returns prepared and represented.
Direct to the CPA — accountable from quote to e‑file
- Every return handled by Edward Parsons, CPA — no junior handoffs.
- Judgment where software stops: FEIE vs. FTC, treaty‑based positions, residency edges.
- Complex forms covered: PFIC (Form 8621), corporate (Form 5471), FATCA (Form 8938).
- Privacy & security: GLBA‑compliant workspace, bank‑grade encryption.
- Representation: IRS letters answered for returns I prepare (no outcome guarantees).
What you get here — vs. a prep mill
Who this service is for — and not for
A clear fit saves you time and keeps pricing predictable. If you’re unsure, start the 5‑minute interview for a quick, no‑pressure fit check.
A great fit for
- U.S. citizens/green‑card holders living abroad
- Tech‑savvy and organized clients comfortable with a secure portal
- Responsive communicators (1–2 business‑day replies)
- Straightforward profiles: wages/consulting, foreign bank/interest
- Those needing FEIE/FTC (Forms 2555/1116) and **FBAR** (FinCEN 114)
- Clients who want a CPA to prepare and stand behind the work
Not a fit for
- Requests to take unsupported or aggressive tax positions
- Inability to use a secure portal or consolidate requested documents
- Unresponsive timelines that exceed the 10‑day workflow
- Multi‑year nonfilers needing amnesty (see Streamlined)
- Criminal intent or concealment of income/assets
Pricing integrity: The $500 tier assumes an in‑and‑out process within 10 business days after all information is received. If your situation requires extraordinary work (e.g., PFIC/8621 volume, 5471/8865 entity complexities, missing records, or unusual treaty positions), you’ll receive a clear, fixed add‑fee before we continue.
Mr. Parsons is an extremely talented and competent tax professional. Motu Novu very often relies on him for all matters of personal taxation of individuals with an international situation, and always finds his answers to be timely, accurate, and useful. Highly recommended for expats -- both U.S. expats abroad and international expats in the U.S.A.
Ed's analytical skills and attention to detail enable him to make quick and accurate decisions in a fast paced work environment. Ed operates with integrity and continously looks for ways to improve. It was always a pleasure to work with head, we benefited from his financial knowledge and he is truly missed.Ed will be an asset to anyone seeking his professional assistance.
Ed worked for me as a project accountant on several complex projects at Goodwill. He did a great job for us and was extremely professional in all his work. Key attributes of Ed's work included excellent followup, frequent status reports and clear documentation. He completed the work on a timely basis and ensured that we were satisfied with his work. I would not hesitate to hire him back.
I've worked with Ed for over three years. Ed goes out of his way to find the right answer and is quick to seek out others for confirmation. He is always working to find the best possible solutions for his clients.
Ed is fantastic and is very knowledgeable and tech savvy. We have collaborated on a number of clients together and I highly recommend him. Thanks Ed!
Ed is amazing! International taxes are complicated and he was very patient explaining everything and what needed to be done. Ed is very thorough and easy to work with. I highly recommend him!
Ed brings analytical, practical and international experience to bear for his work and his clients. He is the real deal when it comes to understanding complex financial situations, whether it be personal, or commercial, individual or multi million dollar situations.And, he's got the best sense of humor of any CPA I know. Ed's ability to cut through the noise and produce key results has been outstanding.I recommend Ed for any financial issue!Best, John
Ed is a dynamic, self-starter, and intelligent person with whom I had the pleasure of working at IdentiCert. Ed really impressed me with his grasp of the big picture and then taking care of all the accounting and tax issues in the best interest of the company. Ed took on initiatives of his own accord. He also managed to finish his Masters degree while working for us full-time, which was very impressive. I would gladly work with Ed again if I had the opportunity.
If you have Tax issues, you need to reach out to Ed! He will resolve them. I highly recommend Ed!
Ed was incredible to work with. I had several years of complex state and federal tax issues and a total bookkeeping mess. He tackled everything with clarity, patience, and a thorough approach that gave me peace of mind. Thanks to him, I could keep my focus on my family and businesses while he handled the heavy lifting. I highly recommend Ed if you need someone trustworthy and detail-oriented to help you get back on track.
Ed has saved me from dealing with Federal agencies and also the State. Ed shielded me from phone calls and letters. Ed was very quick and prompt to remove a 100% Levy that was put on me, he resolved this within a 48-hour time period. Ed constantly keeps me up to date on the status of my situation, what he has achieved, and what the game plan is for the next day. Ed has resolved my situation for a very small fraction of what the IRS and the state were stating that I owed. However, the best part about working with Ed and his team is that they make you feel like they care about you. This is not a giant corporation. They treat you like a human and show empathy and they all care very much about their customers and their customer’s situations. If you have tax issues or even think you might have a tax related situation, then you need to reach out to Ed. I wish I would have reached out to him years ago. You won’t regret it. Ed and his team has turned a world of stress into something that can actually be managed and allows me to continue to focus on my work and my responsibilities.
I have worked with ED a number of years and I have found few persons sharper.Ed is a brilliant tax guy.Ed is fast, affordable, and relates to ALL clients very well.He works across many sectors of tax.He speaks other languages and communicates very well with every client.He is a pure 5 star guy.You will not go wrong.
I was made to believe by the IRS that I owed over $8k in back taxes. I called Mr. Parsons and in less than one week I owe nothing !
Ed is professional and knowledgeable. He is always available for any questions i might have. There is no one better for my expat taxes.
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Mr. Parsons is an extremely talented and competent tax professional. Motu Novu very often relies on him for all matters of personal taxation of individuals with an international situation, and always finds his answers to be timely, accurate, and useful. Highly recommended for expats -- both U.S. expats abroad and international expats in the U.S.A.
Ed's analytical skills and attention to detail enable him to make quick and accurate decisions in a fast paced work environment. Ed operates with integrity and continously looks for ways to improve. It was always a pleasure to work with head, we benefited from his financial knowledge and he is truly missed.Ed will be an asset to anyone seeking his professional assistance.
Ed worked for me as a project accountant on several complex projects at Goodwill. He did a great job for us and was extremely professional in all his work. Key attributes of Ed's work included excellent followup, frequent status reports and clear documentation. He completed the work on a timely basis and ensured that we were satisfied with his work. I would not hesitate to hire him back.
I've worked with Ed for over three years. Ed goes out of his way to find the right answer and is quick to seek out others for confirmation. He is always working to find the best possible solutions for his clients.
Ed is fantastic and is very knowledgeable and tech savvy. We have collaborated on a number of clients together and I highly recommend him. Thanks Ed!
Ed is amazing! International taxes are complicated and he was very patient explaining everything and what needed to be done. Ed is very thorough and easy to work with. I highly recommend him!
Ed brings analytical, practical and international experience to bear for his work and his clients. He is the real deal when it comes to understanding complex financial situations, whether it be personal, or commercial, individual or multi million dollar situations.And, he's got the best sense of humor of any CPA I know. Ed's ability to cut through the noise and produce key results has been outstanding.I recommend Ed for any financial issue!Best, John
Ed is a dynamic, self-starter, and intelligent person with whom I had the pleasure of working at IdentiCert. Ed really impressed me with his grasp of the big picture and then taking care of all the accounting and tax issues in the best interest of the company. Ed took on initiatives of his own accord. He also managed to finish his Masters degree while working for us full-time, which was very impressive. I would gladly work with Ed again if I had the opportunity.
If you have Tax issues, you need to reach out to Ed! He will resolve them. I highly recommend Ed!
Ed was incredible to work with. I had several years of complex state and federal tax issues and a total bookkeeping mess. He tackled everything with clarity, patience, and a thorough approach that gave me peace of mind. Thanks to him, I could keep my focus on my family and businesses while he handled the heavy lifting. I highly recommend Ed if you need someone trustworthy and detail-oriented to help you get back on track.
Ed has saved me from dealing with Federal agencies and also the State. Ed shielded me from phone calls and letters. Ed was very quick and prompt to remove a 100% Levy that was put on me, he resolved this within a 48-hour time period. Ed constantly keeps me up to date on the status of my situation, what he has achieved, and what the game plan is for the next day. Ed has resolved my situation for a very small fraction of what the IRS and the state were stating that I owed. However, the best part about working with Ed and his team is that they make you feel like they care about you. This is not a giant corporation. They treat you like a human and show empathy and they all care very much about their customers and their customer’s situations. If you have tax issues or even think you might have a tax related situation, then you need to reach out to Ed. I wish I would have reached out to him years ago. You won’t regret it. Ed and his team has turned a world of stress into something that can actually be managed and allows me to continue to focus on my work and my responsibilities.
I have worked with ED a number of years and I have found few persons sharper.Ed is a brilliant tax guy.Ed is fast, affordable, and relates to ALL clients very well.He works across many sectors of tax.He speaks other languages and communicates very well with every client.He is a pure 5 star guy.You will not go wrong.
I was made to believe by the IRS that I owed over $8k in back taxes. I called Mr. Parsons and in less than one week I owe nothing !
Ed is professional and knowledgeable. He is always available for any questions i might have. There is no one better for my expat taxes.
