About Lizo Tax
The Tax Advisor Who Has Actually Lived It
I am Rhymus Lizo, an IRS Enrolled Agent with nearly 20 years of experience helping Americans navigate cross-border tax. Six of those years were inside the UN system — including a staff appointment in the UN Income Tax Unit.
Rhymus Lizo, E.A.
Founder & IRS Enrolled Agent
Credentials
- IRS Enrolled Agent (EA)
- Former UN Income Tax Unit Staff
- Nearly 20 Years Tax Experience
- 50+ Countries Served
- IRS Representation Authority
Most tax professionals have never lived outside the United States. They have never filed a return from a Madrid apartment. They have never had to explain to the IRS why their "permanent" address is now in Lisbon. They have never sat across from a UN staff member trying to understand why their tax equalization does not cover what they thought it did.
I have done all of that — both personally and for hundreds of clients. That is the difference between a tax preparer and a tax advisor who truly understands expat life.
IRS Enrolled Agent
I am licensed by the IRS to represent taxpayers in audits, appeals, and collections. This is not just a certification — it is a legal authority that allows me to stand between you and the IRS when things get complicated.
Former UN Income Tax Unit
I spent six years inside the UN system, including a staff appointment in the UN Income Tax Unit. That insider experience gives me a rare understanding of how international organizations handle taxation, reimbursements, and reporting — knowledge that directly benefits my UN and international organization clients today.
Spain & Portugal Specialist
I personally understand the challenges of living abroad. I advise on Spain tax residency rules, the Beckham Law, autonomous worker issues, and Modelo 720. In Portugal, I guide clients through NHR/IFICI coordination and U.S.-Portugal tax treaty navigation. This is not textbook knowledge — it is built from real client cases and cross-border life.
Nearly 20 Years of Experience
Since founding Lizo Tax Consulting, I have helped clients across 50+ countries. From straightforward U.S. tax returns to complex dual-residency planning, GILTI analysis, and Streamlined Foreign Offshore compliance — I have seen and solved the situations that keep expats up at night.
My Approach
- Do it right — no shortcuts, no guesswork.
- Explain it clearly — tax should not feel like a foreign language.
- Stay ahead — proactive planning beats reactive fixes every time.
"At Lizo Tax Consulting, I lead with a simple philosophy: do it right, explain it clearly, and make sure clients are always one step ahead."
Ready to Work With Someone Who Understands?
Cross-border tax is complex. Finding an advisor who has actually lived it should not be. Book a no-obligation consultation and let's talk about your situation.