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IRS voluntary disclosure explained: OVDP vs streamlined (What applies now?)

OVDP ended on September 28, 2018; today, willful cases go through the IRS CI Volunta...

FATCA letter from your foreign bank: What it means and what to do next

Getting a FATCA letter from your bank can feel alarming. It shouldn't. The letter usually means the bank flagged a possible US tax connection and needs documentation – typically a self-certification, a W-9, or a W-8BEN – to classify your account correctly. You haven't necessarily done anything wrong. But you do need to respond, and how ...

LLC formation for non-US residents: Step-by-step guide (2026)

A limited liability company – or LLC – is a flexible business structure that shields its owners (called “members”) from personal liability. It’s become especially popular with foreign entrepreneurs, as US LLC non-residents can form one without needing a green card or even setting foot in the States. LLCs offer the following bene...