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Form 5471 Penalties for U.S. Expats with Foreign Corporations
Form 5471 is one of the most complex international tax forms required by the IRS, and getting it wrong—or not filing it at all—can result...
Check-the-Box Election: What U.S. Expats Need to Know
If you're a U.S. expat running a foreign business, the check the box election is one of the most powerful tools available in your...
Section 250 Deduction for U.S. Expats
The U.S. tax code includes numerous provisions that affect how foreign income is taxed, particularly when it comes to U.S. persons who own...
GILTI Tax for US Expats: What You Need to Know
hen dealing with controlled foreign corporations (CFCs), U.S. taxpayers—especially American expatriates—must understand the intricacies of...
U.S. Citizen’s Guide to Starting a Business Overseas
Starting a business abroad can unlock exciting opportunities—new markets, lower costs, and more freedom. But for a US citizen starting...
UK Limited Company & US Tax: Explained
For many American expats living in the UK, setting up a UK limited company is a practical way to operate a business. The structure is...
U.S. Taxation of a Controlled Foreign Corporation
For U.S. expats who own foreign businesses, learning how the U.S. taxes those profits is essential—especially when those businesses...
IRS Form 8858 Instructions: Foreign Disregarded Entity
As a U.S. expat, tax compliance can get complicated—especially when dealing with foreign business entities. If you own a Foreign...
Section 962 Election Explained
A Section 962 election is a tax strategy that allows U.S. individuals who own shares in controlled foreign corporations (CFCs) to be taxed...
U.S. Tax Implications of Owning a SARL Company in France
For U.S. citizens living abroad or managing businesses overseas, understanding the tax and reporting obligations associated with owning a...
IRS Form 8992 and GILTI Tax Calculations
For U.S. expats who own or have stakes in Controlled Foreign Corporations (CFCs), understanding IRS Form 8992 is crucial. This form helps...
IRS Form 5471 for U.S. Owners of Foreign Corporations
If you’re a U.S. citizen or expat with significant ownership in a foreign corporation, Form 5471 is a crucial IRS filing requirement. The...
Understand Form 5471 and Controlled Foreign Corporations (CFC)
Controlled Foreign Corporations (CFCs) are a hot topic for U.S. expats who own or are considering owning a foreign company abroad....