Born in Cleveland, Ohio and a graduate of Boston University’s School of Management with a degree in Accounting.
I began my career at Deloitte, where I trained in Corporate Accounting and Auditing and earned my Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification, before moving abroad and learning firsthand what it means to be an expat.
I lived as an expat for over 8 years, and I felt the same anxiety so many of my clients describe: being thousands of miles from home while still needing to fully comply with every US tax rule and regulation.
That experience is exactly why I started Universal Tax Professionals. I wanted expats to have an accountant who has actually lived the problem, not just studied it.
As a US expat accountant, I’ve helped prepare over 20,000 United States tax returns for Americans living in foreign countries, and I continue in that capacity today.
You can verify my license directly through: CPAverify.org
Over 16 years, I’ve focused on the filing issues that trip up expats most often:
One key factor in successfully serving clients is accessibility. I know clients want answers right away and can feel left adrift if their US expat accountant is off who-knows-where.
So I strive to be as immediately available as possible.
Universal Tax Professionals has grown into a full team, but I’m still personally hands-on with clients. You can email me directly, call, or set up a consultation with me if you’d prefer to work through your situation together rather than only with a team member.
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I also believe in transparent pricing. We charge flat rates that are disclosed upfront, so you always know what to expect before we start.
Some firms won’t reveal pricing information until you have an actual meeting with them, while others charge by the hour, with the total number of hours not being known until the process is over.
I know I certainly wouldn’t want any such arrangement if I were the client!
But what really sets us apart is our personalized service. Instead of being run through a generic, one-size-fits-all process, you get an accountant who takes the time to understand your specific situation.
What started as one person’s mission has grown, over more than a decade, into a full team of international tax accountants serving expat clients in 150+ countries.
16+ Years
In the Expat Tax Industry
150+ Countries
Clients Served
A+ Rating
Better Business Bureau
4.9/5
Google and Trustpilot Ratings
I live in the Cleveland, Ohio, area with my wife and our four kids, three girls and a boy, so life is never dull!
I love getting out of the house and into fresh air, whether that’s hiking, biking, or tending to my garden. And of course, as a proud Clevelander, I’m a big Cleveland Browns fan!
It’d be great to hear from you, so please feel free to email me directly at josh@universaltaxprofessionals.com or book a consultation with me directly.
Even with a full team behind me today, I’m still very much involved with clients myself!
Our team of experienced international tax accountants is ready to help with any questions or concerns you may have.
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