Form 5471 Penalties: Understanding Relief Options and the $60,000 Risk

Understanding the penalty structure, relief options, and how to protect yourself from severe IRS consequences for foreign corporation reporting failures Quick Facts: $10,000 Initial penalty per form $60,000 Maximum penalty

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GILTI and Subpart F Income: Complete Form 5471 Reporting Guide

Understanding how CFC income is taxed and reported on Form 5471—calculations, schedules, and planning strategies, including 2026 NCTI changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Quick Facts:

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Form 5471 Categories of Filers: Determine Your Filing Requirements

Navigate the five IRS categories to understand exactly when and what you need to file for your foreign corporation interests Quick Facts: 5 Categories of filers 10% ownership threshold for

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The Ultimate Guide to Federal Income Tax Deadlines for 2026

TL;DR: 2026 Federal Tax Deadlines at a Glance Individual tax returns (Form 1040): April 15, 2026 (extension: October 15, 2026) Partnerships & S-Corps: March 16, 2026 (extension: September

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Form 5472 Penalties: Understanding the $25,000 Risk and Relief Options

A guide to Form 5472 penalty structure, how penalties accumulate, and available relief options for foreign-owned U.S. businesses Quick Facts: $25,000 Initial penalty per form No maximum Penalties can accumulate

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Form 5472 Reportable Transactions: What Must Be Reported

A comprehensive guide to identifying, categorizing, and reporting related party transactions on Form 5472 Quick Facts: All transactions with related parties must be reported Separate forms required for each related

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Form 5472 for Foreign-Owned LLCs: Complete Filing Guide

Understanding the Form 5472 requirements that apply to foreign-owned single-member LLCs and disregarded entities since the 2017 expansion Quick Facts: 2017 Year disregarded entities became subject to Form 5472

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The $60,000 Question: Determining Your S-Corp Reasonable Salary in 2025

TL;DR Summary S-Corp reasonable salary is the market-rate compensation you must pay yourself before taking distributions, typically ranging from $40,000-$150,000+, depending on your role, industry, and location. The

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The Best Mileage Tracker Apps: Simplify Your Mileage Tracking and Tax Deductions

Tracking mileage is one of those seemingly small tasks that can yield big rewards come tax time. Whether you’re a solopreneur, a small business owner, or someone who

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What Is Tax Resolution? Proven Strategies to Find Relief from Overdue Taxes

Tax woes often feel overwhelming. The idea of owing the IRS or state can conjure images of wage garnishments, property liens, and collection calls at inconvenient hours. However,

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