If you're an American living down under, congratulations! You're navigating not one, but two of the world's most unnecessarily complicated tax systems. Lucky you! While your Aussie mates only have to deal with the ATO, you get the bonus level: the IRS. And trust us, this bonus round isn't handing out prizes—just headaches and hefty fines.
When it comes to US taxes, there are three particularly nasty pitfalls that Americans in Australia constantly trip over:
