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Navigating Form 8621 PFIC: A Practitioner’s Guide to PFIC Compliance, Elections, and Risk Management
Foreign investments have become increasingly common for U.S. taxpayers, but few areas of the Internal…

IRS 6-Year Rule: Statute of Limitations on Unfiled Tax Returns Explained
People who have unfilled tax returns often hear one phrase from friends, forums, and even…

FBAR Penalty Notice: Your 30-Day Legal Action Plan to Appeal or Negotiate with the IRS
An Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR) penalty notice…

FATCA Denial: How Your GIIN Prevents Foreign Account Closure
Foreign bank accounts do not usually stop working overnight. In most cases, the change starts…

Is Tax Fraud a Felony? Breaking Down IRS Criminal Charges
When people hear about tax fraud charges, the first thought that shows up is usually…

How Far Can You Go Back to File Taxes?
Many people like you decide it’s time to clear up old tax years, and the…

Overview of the One Big Beautiful Bill Immigration Provisions
Every few years, a new law comes along that quietly changes how everyday life works,…

FBAR Filing Instructions: What Documents You Need Before You Start
Filing the Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR) feels a lot easier when you start with…

FATCA Form 8938 Filing Requirements for U.S. Expats and Green Card Holders
Many U.S. taxpayers living abroad already keep track of their accounts and investments, but the…

5 Legal Ways to Remove an IRS Tax Lien From Your House Quickly
When the IRS files a tax lien on your house, it feels like everything stops…

Understanding FBAR & FATCA: What Every U.S. Expat Needs to Know in 2025
Living in a foreign country does not exempt you from U.S. tax obligations; it is…

How the Civil Tax Litigation Process Works: What to Expect If the IRS or Tax Court Suits You
Sometimes, what begins as a small disagreement with the IRS turns into something much bigger,…