Thursday, April 25
Paris, France
US Tax Forum for Americans Living Abroad in France
Are you a US citizen living abroad in France? Do you have questions about your obligation to file US taxes?
If yes, we invite you to join our in-person forum.
The event is scheduled for Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 19:00-21:00
Tickets can be bought at the bottom of this page. The ticket prices are as follows:
General Admission: $20 for one person
Recording: $10
Boost Donation: $46 (includes recording and admission for one person)
Join us for an in-person event organised by Democrats Abroad France. The event features a tax professional who is well-versed in the ins and outs of tax filing obligations for Americans living abroad in France. Our special guest speaker, Karen Negiar, is a retired Certified Public Accountant (CPA) specialising in US tax returns for US citizens living abroad in France. Karen will provide the basics of US tax compliance specific to overseas citizens in France. Understand your options for using the foreign-earned income exclusion, learn about eligibility for tax credits, and find out how foreign investment income or pension funds can impact your US taxes. Come and ask your questions!
About our Speaker: Karen Neigar
Karen Neigar is a dual US-French citizen who has lived in France for over 40 years. She has extensive experience in the financial industry, having worked for the Bank of New York in London and KPMG in Paris in accounting and auditing. She is a retired certified public accountant (CPA) and held an equivalent status in France as a "commissaire aux comptes." She has also worked for JP Morgan Paris as Vice President and head of the back office for money markets, securities, and derivatives. Additionally, she was a partner and manager with Arthur Andersen in Paris, specializing in accounting and auditing. Karen started her own business focused on US and French tax preparation and personal financial planning, which she ran for 14 years. She earned a bachelor's degree in international economics and finance from Georgetown University, a master's degree in wealth management from Ecole Supérieur de Commerce in Paris, and a second Master's Degree in International Wealth Management from AUREP (University of Clermont Ferrand).
To attend the event, there will be a ticket cost of 20 USD per person (Seating is limited). This cost covers the venue. Any additional funds beyond the cost of hosting this event go towards Democrat Abroad France, which will help with our voter registration efforts. These efforts will impact swing states during the 2024 Presidential General Election.
If you cannot attend this event, you can select the recording ticket option (scroll to the bottom of this page).
Also, send this event to a friend or family member who might want to attend.
Location: American Cathedral In Paris, 23 Av. George V, 75008 Paris. The event will be held in the garden rooms.
The fine print:
- No refunds are available.
- We can't guarantee we will be able to answer all questions submitted before, during, or after the event, but we will try to answer as many questions as possible.
Disclaimer: Democrats Abroad France cannot provide individual tax advice. We are not tax lawyers, accountants or advisers. Please consult a professional tax adviser/accountant/return preparer when addressing your personal tax matters.
We recommend the IRS Tax Return Preparer Directory to find a service provider who meets your needs and budget, though buyers need always beware. Democrats Abroad France suggests Americans abroad in need of tax advice consult the IRS Tax Return Preparer Directory to find an advisor or tax return preparer near you or providing online services: https://irs.treasury.gov/rpo/rpo.jsf
WHEN
Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 07:00 PM Paris Time
WHERE
American Cathedral in Paris
23 Avenue George V
Gardenroom classrooms
Paris 75008
France
Google map and directions
CONTACT
Paris Chair
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