Rental property depreciation: the tax deduction most landlords either miss or get wrong
Rental property depreciation reduces your tax bill every year you own a rental. Here is how to calculate it correctly and avoid a costly recapture surprise.
What happens to your India EPF and social security after moving to the US?
Your EPF may trigger US tax and FBAR reporting obligations after you move. Here is what Indian professionals in the US need to know.
Received a large gift from someone outside the US? Here is what the IRS requires you to do.
A gift from a foreign person is usually not taxable in the US. But it may still require an IRS filing, and the penalty for missing it can be significant. Here is what you need to know.
US tax rules for owning foreign mutual funds: what investors do not know until it is too late
Foreign mutual funds trigger PFIC tax rules that are far harsher than standard capital gains treatment. Here is what US investors need to know.
Switching your car between business and personal use? Here is its impact on your taxes.
The car tax deduction for business use depends on how much you drive for work. Here is how switching between business and personal use affects what you can claim.
Form 5471 for Foreign Entrepreneurs: The Complete Guide to Reporting Your Foreign Company (2026)
If you own 10% or more of a foreign corporation — an Indian Pvt Ltd, a Singapore Pte Ltd, or any company structured as a corporation under US tax rules — and you are a US resident or Green Card holder, you are almost certainly required to file Form 5471 every year. Read the blog to find out more!
FBAR for Indians in the US: The Complete Guide to Reporting Your Indian Accounts in 2026
Think your NRE account doesn’t need to be reported in the US? Many Indians discover too late that FBAR rules apply. Here’s what you need to know about NRE and NRO reporting.
Green Card Tax Implications for Indians: What Changes the Day You Get Permanent Residency
Getting a Green Card changes more than your immigration status. From permanent worldwide taxation to the 8-year exit tax clock, here’s what Indians in the US need to understand from day one.
Indian Mutual Funds and PFIC Rules: What Every Indian Professional in the US Must Know in 2026
Many Indian professionals in the US don’t realize their Indian mutual funds are treated as PFICs by the IRS. That can mean taxes exceeding 50% if handled incorrectly. Here’s what you need to know.