Form 5472 Filing Guide: Instructions, Deadlines & Penalties (2026)
Ready to file? Here is the Form 5472 filing service, including delinquent years.
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The US Expat Tax Guide for 2026: What the Exclusion Costs
The 2026 foreign earned income exclusion is $132,900. Claiming it costs you the refundable child tax credit, the foreign tax credit on the excluded income, and nothing at all off your self-employment tax.
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Commercial Property Assessment: Value, Tax and Depreciation
By Daniel Hiltzik, CPA · Updated September 19, 2026 At a glance Four different numbers get called “value.” Assessed value, […]
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Understanding the Tax Implications of Incentive Stock Options (ISOs) for Employees
Equity compensation has become a cornerstone of employee benefits packages, particularly in the technology sector and startup environment. Among the […]
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How Does a Midterm Rental Impact Your Real Estate Tax Deductions
Midterm rentals (typically stays between 30 and 180 days) are one of the fastest-growing segments in real estate. They blend […]
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Understanding Foreign Owned LLC Reporting and Taxes: A Comprehensive Guide
A foreign-owned single-member LLC files a pro-forma 1120 with Form 5472 attached, even with no income and no tax due. The penalty for not filing starts at $25,000.
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When to Stop Depreciating Rental Property?
Rental property depreciation represents one of the most valuable tax benefits available to real estate investors, allowing you to deduct […]
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ROI in Real Estate: How to Measure It Across Multiple Rental Properties
Owning multiple rental properties can be a powerful way to generate passive income, build long-term equity, and diversify your financial […]
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How Does Cost Segregation Apply to Ground-Up Construction?
When you build a property from the ground up—whether it’s a commercial facility, multifamily complex, or custom residential investment—your […]
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Form 7203: A Worked Example and the Ordering Rules
By Daniel Hiltzik, CPA · Updated September 19, 2026 At a glance Four things trigger it. Claiming a loss, taking […]
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