Welcome JLFP’s global tax preparation service. We
provide fast, efficient, and professional tax preparation
internationally. Here’s how the process works:
provide fast, efficient, and professional tax preparation
internationally. Here’s how the process works:
The Process
First, fill out a brief online questionnaire which outlines your tax situation. (Or print it out and fax it in)
After submitting this, we prepare a preliminary tax return, and then
Follow-up with further questions and requests for information, as needed (all of this can be viewed through your “My
Account” – a private page which keeps you informed and up to date.
Once all information has been gathered, the return is finalized. And after payment is made, two copies of the return are
shipped to you - one to file with the IRS, and one to keep for your records.
Review the IRS copy for accuracy (communicating with us as necessary), then sign and mail it. Keep the other copy in
a safe place for your records.
Total turnaround time? About two weeks.
Click the questionnaire button to get started.
First, fill out a brief online questionnaire which outlines your tax situation. (Or print it out and fax it in)
After submitting this, we prepare a preliminary tax return, and then
Follow-up with further questions and requests for information, as needed (all of this can be viewed through your “My
Account” – a private page which keeps you informed and up to date.
Once all information has been gathered, the return is finalized. And after payment is made, two copies of the return are
shipped to you - one to file with the IRS, and one to keep for your records.
Review the IRS copy for accuracy (communicating with us as necessary), then sign and mail it. Keep the other copy in
a safe place for your records.
Total turnaround time? About two weeks.
Click the questionnaire button to get started.
Documents needed to complete your return:
(individuals and families only – businesses require special treatment)
A completed JLFP Tax Questionnaire
End of year wage and income statements from the US and/or your country of residence
End of year investment statements from the IRS (1099 forms) and/or country of residence
Unreimbursed business expenses
Taxes paid on property
Interest payments made on your home
Other documents received by the IRS or your local tax authority
This list is not exhaustive, but captures the vast majority of information that most people need to begin the process with
us.
(individuals and families only – businesses require special treatment)
A completed JLFP Tax Questionnaire
End of year wage and income statements from the US and/or your country of residence
End of year investment statements from the IRS (1099 forms) and/or country of residence
Unreimbursed business expenses
Taxes paid on property
Interest payments made on your home
Other documents received by the IRS or your local tax authority
This list is not exhaustive, but captures the vast majority of information that most people need to begin the process with
us.
How much does this service cost?
While it is necessary to gather all information before guaranteeing a price, here’s a rule of thumb: almost 90% of
our clients are charged between JPY40,000 and JPY75,000, depending on how complex and time consuming your
return is. This includes discovery, follow-up questioning, research, contacting the IRS (as necessary), and
presenting finished copies of the return to you. In addition, electronic copies of your previous returns may be kept
on file with us, at your request.
While it is necessary to gather all information before guaranteeing a price, here’s a rule of thumb: almost 90% of
our clients are charged between JPY40,000 and JPY75,000, depending on how complex and time consuming your
return is. This includes discovery, follow-up questioning, research, contacting the IRS (as necessary), and
presenting finished copies of the return to you. In addition, electronic copies of your previous returns may be kept
on file with us, at your request.
How can I estimate the complexity of my return?
Your answers to this list of questions will give you a good idea of how complex your return will probably be. The
more "yes' ", the more complex - but also the more opportunity to find valuable, money-saving deductions:
My income from all sources (before any taxes) was $80,000 or more
I have income from inside the US
I have income from outside the US
I own my primary residence
I own financial investments
I own rental property
I have a foreign bank account with $10,000 or more in it
My spouse and children have social security numbers
I own a business
I participate in an ESOP or profit sharing plan
Your answers to this list of questions will give you a good idea of how complex your return will probably be. The
more "yes' ", the more complex - but also the more opportunity to find valuable, money-saving deductions:
My income from all sources (before any taxes) was $80,000 or more
I have income from inside the US
I have income from outside the US
I own my primary residence
I own financial investments
I own rental property
I have a foreign bank account with $10,000 or more in it
My spouse and children have social security numbers
I own a business
I participate in an ESOP or profit sharing plan
