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US remittance tax: Complete guide to the 1% rule (2026)

The US remittance tax is a 1% federal excise tax on certain money transfers sent from the United States to foreign countries, effective January 1, 2026. The tax applies only to cash-funded transfers, including cash, money orders, and cashier's checks. Bank account transfers and US debit/credit card payments are exempt under IRC Section 4475.<...

FBAR fines explained: Failure to file, violations, and penalty mitigation options

The penalty for failing to report your foreign bank accounts in 2026 could cost more than the accounts themselves. Willful FBAR violation penalties reach up to the greater of $165,353 or 50% of the account balance. FinCEN's latest inflation adjustment and tighter enforcement, along with new court rulings, have made FBAR compliance r...

Form 1040-NR: A comprehensive guide for nonresident aliens

If you're earning income in the US but aren't a tax resident, you'll need to deal with Form 1040-NR. The form can feel like a maze of regulations and unfamiliar terms, but understanding it is necessary for staying compliant. This guide breaks down how Form 1040-NR works, so you can handle your tax obligations accurately and ...

Trump Accounts for US expats and international comparison

Having covered the full mechanics of the Trump Account, its comparison with 529, what to do when your child turns 18, down to the exit strategies in case you are no longer interested, article 8 in our ...

Trump accounts vs. traditional child savings – what makes them different?

This article compares Trump Accounts to the traditional ways families have saved for children: regular savings accounts, UGMA/UTMA custodial accounts, and trusts. The question every parent asks I can already open a savings account in my child's name at any bank. I can set up a custodial account. I can create a trust.&nbs...

Form 1040-V: Payment voucher explained – when, where, and how to pay your taxes

If you owe the IRS money, the last thing you want is for your payment to get lost or misapplied. That’s where Form 1040-V comes in – a simple but important payment voucher that helps ensure your check or money order is correctly processed. While it may seem like just another form, using it properly can save you from penaltie...

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