Services
International Tax Compliance
We have extensive experience with IRS international tax forms. We assist with the timely and accurate filing as well as the various elections with the forms below:
Form 5471
Form 5472
Form 1120 IC-DISC
Form 1120-F
Form 1040-NR
Form 1042
Form 8333
Form W-8
Form 8233
Form 8288
Form 8802
Form 8832 (foreign entities)
Form SS-4 (foreign entities)
Form 8992
Form 8993
Form 8858
Form 8804/8805
Form 8621
Form 8865
Form 1118/1116
Form 926
Form 114/FBAR
Form 2555
Schedule K-2/K-3
Form 3520/3520-A
Specialized Tax Consultation
We recognize that effective tax planning is about maximizing opportunities, minimizing risks, and optimizing your financial position. We have extensive international tax planning experience, offering tailored strategies to meet your unique needs. Here’s how we can assist you:
IC-DISC (Interest Charge Domestic International Sales Corporation):
We assist exporters in optimizing tax benefits through IC-DISC structures.
Our experts guide you through the setup, compliance, and reporting requirements.
Cross-Border M&A (Merger and Acquisition) Tax Planning:
We guide you through tax-efficient structuring of cross-border transactions.
Our focus is on minimizing tax leakage during mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
Foreign-Owned U.S. Real Property:
Whether you’re investing in residential or commercial real estate, we provide guidance on FIRPTA (Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act) compliance.
Our services cover withholding requirements, exemptions, and reporting.
Treaties and Double Taxation Agreements:
We leverage bilateral tax treaties to reduce or eliminate double taxation.
Our team ensures that you benefit from preferential tax treatment under these agreements.
GILTI (Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income):
We analyze your foreign income and ensure compliance with GILTI provisions.
Our strategies help minimize the impact of GILTI on your overall tax liability.
Foreign Tax Credit (FTC):
We help you claim credits for foreign taxes paid, avoiding double taxation.
Our expertise extends to complex calculations and carryover provisions.
PFIC (Passive Foreign Investment Company):
We navigate the intricate rules surrounding PFICs.
Our strategies focus on minimizing adverse tax consequences for investments in PFICs.
Expatriate Tax Services:
If you’re a U.S. citizen working abroad or a foreign national in the U.S., we handle your expatriate tax matters.
Our services cover tax equalization, foreign housing exclusions, and social security coordination.
Entity Classification Election (Form 8832):
We guide eligible entities through the process of choosing their federal tax classification.
Whether you want to be taxed as a corporation, partnership, or disregarded entity, we ensure you have the most tax efficient structure.
International Tax Planning
We also provide any specialized tax consultation upon request. These services may include:
Excel Tax Models:
We create dynamic and customizable tax models using Excel.
Our experts leverage formulas, macros, and data to build complex tax models that help you analyze scenarios, estimate tax liabilities, and make informed decisions.
Tax Structure Proposal PPT Decks:
Our tax structure proposal presentations are visually appealing and informative.
We outline tax strategies, policy changes, and customized solutions for your business. These decks serve as roadmaps for stakeholders, ensuring clarity and alignment.
Summary of New and Existing Tax Regulations:
Stay informed with our concise summaries of the latest as well as esoteric tax regulations.
We track changes in tax laws, deductions, credits, and compliance requirements. Our summaries help you adapt your strategies and stay compliant.
Provision Assistance:
Calculating tax provisions accurately is crucial for financial reporting.
Our team assists in estimating current and deferred income tax expenses. We consider permanent and temporary differences, ensuring compliance with GAAP and tax rules.
As your international tax CPA, I understand that your tax situation is ever-evolving, just like your story. Let's work together to ensure your tax strategy is tailored to your current needs.
— Ben Nguyen, CPA