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Delinquent International Information Return Submission Procedures (DIIRSP): IRS rules for 2026

As of 2026, the IRS Delinquent International Information Return Submission Procedures is still a live compliance path for taxpayers who missed certain international information returns, are not un...

How to avoid penalties on Form 5472: A guide for foreign-owned US corporations

Form 5472 carries a $25,000 penalty per form per year for failure to file, failure to maintain required records, or filing a substantially incomplete return under IRC §6038A. Form 5472 penalties have no statutory maximum cap, so multiple ...

Dual citizenship guide 2026: Countries that allow it, US rules & how to get it

Can a US citizen have dual citizenship? Yes, Americans can hold a second ...

Best virtual mailbox services for American expats (2026 guide)

Quick facts What it is: A real US street address that scans and stores your mail online. Why expats need it: IRS compliance, US banking, and avoiding state tax risk. Best overall pick: US Global Mail (from $19.95/mo, Texas address)....

Form 673 guide (2026): Stop US tax withholding on foreign earned income

If you're a US citizen working abroad, you've probably noticed something frustrating: US federal income taxes being withheld from your paycheck every month, even though you live and work overseas. Form 673 is the practical fix. By giving this form to your employer, you may be able to reduce – or stop – that withholding on qualifying for...

What is Form 1040 Schedule 2? A comprehensive guide

The 2026 tax filing season is a good reminder that old Schedule 2 guides can go stale quickly. IRS Form 1040 Schedule 2 is still the place where you report additional taxes that do not go directly on Form 1040, but the 2025 version used during the 2026 filing season is broader than many older articles suggest. That matters even more aft...