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Cross-Border Tax & Accounting Insights

US Tax · 5 min

What is Form 5472 and Why Foreign-Owned US LLCs Must File It

If you are a non-US owner of a US LLC, Form 5472 is a mandatory IRS filing regardless of income or activity. Missing it triggers a $25,000 penalty. Here is what you need to know.

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Cross-Border · 6 min

How to Avoid Double Taxation Between the US and Canada

If your income is taxed in both the US and Canada, you may be paying more than you legally need to. Here is how the US-Canada Tax Treaty and foreign tax credits work to prevent double taxation.

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Expat Tax · 7 min

US Citizen Living in Canada: What You Need to File and When

As a US citizen living in Canada, you have filing obligations to both the IRS and the CRA every year. Here is a complete breakdown of what you need to file and when.

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Cross-Border · 7 min

What Happens When the CRA and IRS Both Want to Tax Your Income

When both the CRA and IRS have a claim on your income, the US-Canada Tax Treaty is your most important tool. Here is how it works and what it means for cross-border taxpayers.

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US Tax · 6 min

FBAR and FATCA: What Cross-Border Business Owners Need to Know

If you are a US person with foreign financial accounts, FBAR and FATCA reporting is mandatory. The penalties for non-compliance are severe. Here is what you need to know.

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Accounting · 6 min

Why Your Books Need to Be Audit-Ready Before Tax Season

Waiting until tax season to clean up your books is one of the most expensive mistakes a business can make. Here is why audit-ready records matter year-round and what it means for your bottom line.

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Canadian Tax · 8 min

Canadian Business Expanding into the US: Your Tax and Accounting Checklist

Expanding your Canadian business into the US triggers a new set of tax and accounting obligations on both sides of the border. Here is a checklist of what you need to get right from day one.

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Financial Reporting · 7 min

IFRS vs ASPE vs US GAAP: Which Standard Does Your Business Need?

IFRS, ASPE, and US GAAP are three different financial reporting frameworks with different requirements. Here is how to know which one applies to your business and why it matters.

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