Complicated Form 5471 filing requirements simplified for dormant foreign corporations

The reporting requirements for IRS Form 5471 are complex, including ‘category of filer’ and required schedules.  However, very few taxpayers know that there are special simplified filing rules for a foreign dormant corporation. IRS Revenue Procedure 92-70, specifies specific, conditions

U.S. Tax Court: What to Expect

Reasons to Take Your Matter Before the United States Tax Court: You’ve recently undergone an audit or examination. You have taken the proper administrative steps to argue your case but still receive a notice of deficiency or notice of determination

India issues FATCA Self-certifications and KYC Warnings

The Government of India continues to crackdown on self-certifications and know your customer (KYC) compliance for financial accountholders. Earlier this month the government said that the account holders of any financial institutions need to provide self-certification of compliance under US

IRS Issues Reminders for FBARs and other International Requirements

The Internal Revenue Service today reminded U.S. citizens and resident aliens, including those with dual citizenship, to check if they have a U.S. tax liability and a filing requirement. At the same time, the agency advised anyone with a foreign