Types Of Foreign Income That Trigger Filing Requirements

If you are a nonresident but earn income from U.S. sources, then you owe taxes to the IRS. To find out which foreign income triggers filing requirements, read this advice from a top U.S. tax attorney.

U.S. Taxpayers & Considerations For Dual-Status Tax Filers

Whether you are moving to or away from the U.S., you could face U.S. tax consequences. The big question is if the IRS deems you a U.S. citizen. We have answers for dual-status filers.

The Ultimate Guide To International Taxation

International Tax Compliance — the U.S. Departments of Justice and Treasury are joining forces with the IRS. Are you on their list?

What To Do If An IRS Agent Visits My Home Or Business?

What do you do if the IRS visits your home or business? Before you answer, make sure you read this article so you are better prepared with your response.

U.S. Taxpayers and Considerations for Dual-Status Tax Filers

International tax issues are very complex and if errors are made, the penalties can be quite steep.

The History of Nexus Rules and Case Law

These landmark legal cases have set the precedent for today’s multi-state tax regulations which is to say: If you are considered to have nexus within a state, even if you are located outside of that state, having nexus is equivalent to having a branch office within that state.

Why Do I Owe State Taxes This Year? (& Why so Much?) 2022 Guide

If you haven’t had to pay any state taxes for the past few years but now face a liability, you might be wondering, why do I owe state taxes this year?

IRS Criminal Investigations Division

The IRS criminal investigations division (CID) is a special unit within the IRS charged with investigating criminal matters including tax fraud.

Divorce and Taxes Owed: Who is Responsible for Tax Debt in a Divorce?

When a taxpayer files separately, it is clear who will bear the burden of any tax liability assessed by the IRS. But if you are in the middle of a divorce, owe tax debt and have filed jointly during your marriage, who pays may be less clear.

How Do I File my Taxes if I am Getting Divorced?

So you have passed the brink of no return in your relationship and decided to file for divorce. Before you do, it’s wise to make some financial preparations ahead of your court date.

State Income Tax Considerations in Multi-State Tax Planning

Independent contractors are a huge issue when it comes to payroll taxes and California has very specific criteria that must be met. Do you know how to properly categorize a worker as an independent contractor versus an employee?

FBAR Penalty Appeals and Compliance Programs

If you have been penalized by the IRS for FBAR violations, there is hope. Learn options available to taxpayers to avoid excessive penalties and jail time.

Establishing Residency or Domicile in California Can Be Taxing

Did you know that a 2020 California FTB guideline states “if you are impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, it is one of the factors we will consider as we apply the general rules for residency and income sourcing?”

Penalties for Non-willful Violations

Did you know you are required to file a FBAR form if you have overseas accounts? If not, you could be in trouble with the IRS.

Penalties for Willful Violations

If you knowingly did not file a FBAR form to disclose your foreign financial dealings, expect major IRS penalties or worse.

Other Important Filing Requirements for Those with International Interests

International tax compliance is complicated. Learn which forms you need to file to stay off the IRS’ radar from a top national tax attorney.