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Form 5472 & Foreign-Owned LLCs
0:57What Counts as a U.S. LLC? IRS Rules for Foreign Owners (Form 5472)
1:17Stripe Atlas, Doola, Firstbase: Does Your LLC Count as U.S.? (Form 5472 Guide)
0:37U.S. Bank Account Does Not Make a U.S. LLC: Foreign Company IRS Filing Rules
1:41What Is a Reporting Corporation? IRS Form 5472 Key Concept Explained
1:07Disregarded Entity Explained: How Single-Member LLCs Are Taxed by the IRS
1:49When Must Your LLC File Form 5472? Avoid the $25,000 IRS Penalty
1:11Did Your LLC Elect Corporate Status? Form 8832 and S-Corp Check
1:31Can a Foreign-Owned LLC Be an S-Corp? Why the IRS Says No
1:16Do You Need to Complete All Sections of Form 5472? Common Misconceptions
1:293 Common Misunderstandings: Filing Form 1120 Does Not Mean Corporate Taxation
1:21Foreign-Owned LLC with No U.S. Income? You Still Must File Form 5472
1:04Why the IRS Requires Form 5472 for Foreign-Owned LLCs: Pro Forma 1120 Explained
Form 5472 Explained — What It Is, Who Must File, and How It Works
ArticleForm 5472 Explained: What It Is, Who Must File, and How It Works (2025-2026)
Form 5472 Reportable Transactions — What Counts and How to Report Them
Q&A GuideForm 5472 Reportable Transactions: What Counts and How to Report (2025-2026)
Form 5472 Penalties, Deadlines, and Extensions — What You Need to Know
Q&A GuideForm 5472 Penalties ($25,000), Deadlines, and Extension Rules (2025-2026)
How to File Form 5472 — Step-by-Step for Foreign-Owned LLCs
Q&A GuideHow to File Form 5472: Step-by-Step Guide for Foreign-Owned LLCs (2025-2026)
Form 5472 Common Mistakes — Avoid These Costly Filing Errors
Q&A GuideForm 5472 Common Mistakes: Avoid These Costly IRS Filing Errors
Form 5472 Address Rules — Registered Agent vs C/O vs Foreign Address
Q&A GuideForm 5472 Address: Registered Agent vs C/O Address Rules for Foreign-Owned LLCs
Zero-Income Foreign LLC — Do You Still Need to File Form 5472?
Q&A GuideForeign-Owned LLC Zero Income: Must You Still File Form 5472
2:10Are You a Non-U.S. Person? IRS Definition for Form 5472 Eligibility
2:15Does Where You Live Determine Your U.S. Tax Status? Form 5472 Filing Rules
2:20Dual Citizenship and U.S. LLC Tax Filing: Are You a U.S. Person? (Form 5472)
Form 1120 Corporate Tax Return
1:14Form 1120 for Foreign-Owned LLCs: What You Need to Know (2025 Tax Year)
Form 1120 Explained — What It Is, Who Files, and How It Works
ArticleForm 1120 Explained: What It Is, Who Files It, and How It Works (2025-2026)
Form 1120 Filing Deadlines, Extensions, and Payment Rules
ArticleForm 1120 Filing Deadlines and Extension Rules for C Corporations (2025-2026)
LLC Elected as C-Corp — Filing Requirements and Special Rules
Q&A GuideLLC Elected as C-Corp: Form 1120 Filing Requirements and Special Rules
Form 1120 Schedules Explained — Schedule J, L, M-1, and M-2
Q&A GuideForm 1120 Schedules Explained: Schedule J, L, M-1, and M-2
Net Operating Losses for C Corporations — Carryforward and 80% Rule
Q&A GuideNet Operating Losses for C Corporations: Carryforward Rules and 80% Limitation
1:28What Is the Name Field on Form 1120? How to Enter Your LLC Name Correctly
2:25How to Enter Your LLC Name on IRS Forms: Exact Match Rules (Form 1120 and 5472)
2:31Does Capitalization Matter on IRS Forms? ALL CAPS vs Lowercase (Form 1120 and 5472)
3:16Spacing and Punctuation on IRS Forms: Do Periods Commas and Spaces Matter? (Form 1120 and 5472)
1:50How to Enter Your LLC Name on Form 1120 Step-by-Step Demo
1:33What Is the EIN Field on Form 1120? Employer Identification Number Explained
1:42Where to Find Your LLC EIN: CP 575 Confirmation Letter Explained
1:23Can the IRS Reissue a CP 575 Letter? What to Do If You Lost It
3:11How to Request a 147C Letter from the IRS: EIN Verification by Phone
2:53Where to Find Your LLC EIN: CP 575 147C Letter and SS-4 Explained
1:09How to Enter Your EIN on Form 1120 Step-by-Step Demo
1:49Which U.S. State Was Your LLC Formed In? Form 1120 Filing Requirements
4:33What Address Goes on Form 1120? Principal Office vs Mailing Address Explained
Form 8832 Entity Classification
5:23Form 8832 Entity Classification Election: Key Rules You Must Know (Part 3)
3:56Form 8832 Entity Classification Election: Step-by-Step Instructions (Part 2)
5:56Form 8832 Entity Classification Election: How It Works (Part 1)
Business Entity Types
How to Apply for a DUNS Number — Step-by-Step Guide for Apple & Google Developers
ArticleHow to Apply for a DUNS Number: Step-by-Step Guide for Apple and Google Play Developer Accounts (2025-2026)
3:38LLC Taxes Explained: How LLCs Are Taxed by the IRS (Complete Guide)
4:45Partnership Taxation Explained: How the IRS Taxes Partnerships
8:10C Corp vs S Corp Tax Basics: Corporation Taxation Explained
5:35Single Member LLC Taxes: Everything You Need to Know (2025)
8:39Sole Proprietorship Explained: Taxes, Pros and Cons You Must Know
5:56Form 8832 Entity Classification Election Part 1: What It Is and Who Uses It
7:35Form 8832 Entity Classification Election Complete Guide Part 5
3:16C Corp vs S Corp: Key Tax Differences Every Business Owner Should Know
Filing Status Guide
5:21Form 1040 Filing Status: Qualifying Surviving Spouse Explained
6:05Qualifying Surviving Spouse Eligibility: Did Not Remarry Requirement (Part 1)
5:33Qualifying Surviving Spouse: Entitled to File Requirement (Part 2)
12:42Qualifying Surviving Spouse: Paid More Than 50% Cost of Home (Part 3)
3:58Qualifying Surviving Spouse: Cost of Home Calculation Example (Part 4)
6:13Qualifying Surviving Spouse: Child's Survivor Benefits Rules (Part 5)
13:17Qualifying Surviving Spouse: Rent from Family Members Rules (Part 6)
8:40Head of Household Filing Status: Decision Tree Guide (Part 1)
5:31Head of Household for Non-Resident Aliens: Fast Decision Guide (Part 2)
4:28Head of Household: Qualifying Person Time Requirements Explained
6:12Head of Household: Qualifying Person Rules for Kids and Parents
4:33Head of Household Qualifying Person: Advanced Rules for Kids and Parents
3:55Head of Household Qualifying Person: Special Cases for Kids and Parents
9:51Married Filing Separately: MFS Tax Calculation with Medical Bills and AGI Changes
5:58Married Filing Separately: Pros and Cons of MFS Filing Status
5:41Married Filing Separately: When and Why to Choose MFS
5:15Married Filing Separately (MFS): Introduction and Overview
4:23Same-Sex Spouse Filing Status: IRS Rules for Married Couples
4:08Married Filing Jointly with Non-Resident Alien Spouse: MFJ Qualification Rules
4:18Filing Status When Spouse Passes Away: IRS Rules for Year of Death
3:40Married Filing Jointly: Both Spouses Must Agree (Even with No Income)
5:43Filing Status Comparison: Single vs Married Filing Jointly vs Separately
4:32Form 1040 Basics: Filing Status, Personal Info, and Tax Preparer Section
Form 8857 Innocent Spouse Relief
7:32Form 8857: IRC Section 6015(f) Equitable Relief Explained (Part 2)
6:18Form 8857: IRC Section 6015(f) Equitable Relief Explained (Part 1)
5:44Form 8857: When You May Qualify for Innocent Spouse Relief (Part 2)
4:56Form 8857: When You May Qualify for Innocent Spouse Relief (Part 1)
3:28Form 8857 Introduction: What Is Innocent Spouse Relief?
Form 8379 Injured Spouse
Foreign Income Reporting
4:15Foreign Income Overview: U.S. Tax Rules for International Taxpayers
3:22Foreign Income Filing Obligations Reminder for U.S. Taxpayers
5:42FBAR Guide: FinCEN Report 114 for Foreign Bank Account Reporting
4:55Form 8938 Introduction: FATCA Foreign Financial Assets Reporting
6:30Form 8938 Detailed Guide: Thresholds and Filing Requirements
5:18Form 5471: Information Return for Foreign Corporation Ownership
4:44Form 3520: Foreign Trust and Gift Reporting Guide
Form 8865 Foreign Partnerships
5:06Form 8865 Introduction: Foreign Partnership Reporting Requirements
4:32Form 8865 Category 1: Control of Foreign Partnership
4:18Form 8865 Category 2: Acquisitions and Dispositions
3:55Form 8865 Category 3: Contributions to Foreign Partnerships
4:08Form 8865 Category 4: Large Foreign Partnership Interests
Tax Return Due Dates
3:44Tax Return Due Dates: General Filing Deadline Rules
4:12Due Dates for Decedent and Estate Tax Returns
3:28Automatic 2-Month Tax Extension: Who Qualifies?
4:55When to Hire a Tax Professional Before the Deadline
Reporting Changes
Tax Credits (FTC, GBC)
3:42Foreign Tax Credit: Introduction to Avoiding Double Taxation
4:28Which Foreign Taxes Qualify for the Tax Credit?
5:15FTC Allowed Formula: How to Calculate Your Foreign Tax Credit
3:55General Business Credit Introduction and Overview
4:42Form 3800: Filing the General Business Credit
5:33How the General Business Credit Works: Form 3800 Mechanics
6:08General Business Credit Calculation Example on Form 3800
Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT)
4:22Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) Explained Simply
3:55Why the Alternative Minimum Tax Exists: A Brief History
5:18ISO and AMT: How Incentive Stock Options Trigger AMT
4:44Accelerated Depreciation and AMT: Common AMT Trigger
4:08Private Activity Bonds and AMT: What Investors Need to Know
5:33AMT Credit Carryforward: Recovering Alternative Minimum Tax Paid
Deductions & Section 179
4:55What Is Section 179? Business Equipment Deduction Explained
5:22Section 179 Limits: Annual Deduction Caps and Phase-Out Thresholds
4:08Section 179 Carryover: Rules for Unused Deduction Amounts
QBI & Pass-Through Entities
4:42Pass-Through Entity Basics: Understanding QBI Deduction
5:15Negative QBI Carryover: What It Means for Your Tax Return
4:55QBI for REIT and PTP: Carryover Rules and Calculation
Installment Sales (Form 6252)
CP2000 Notices
Tax Basics & Filing Requirements
3:15How to Find and Download IRS Forms, Publications, and Instructions
1:39Why Tax Filing Requirements Matter for Every U.S. Taxpayer
1:49Standard Deduction vs Itemized Deduction: Quick Comparison
7:17Standard vs Itemized Deduction: Important Catches Part 1
5:43Standard vs Itemized Deduction: Important Catches Part 2
8:55Tax Carryovers You're Missing: Stop Overpaying on Your Return
6:42Startup with One Car: Business and Personal Use Tax Rules
5:28Business vs Personal Expenses: Tax Deduction Grey Areas Explained
4:43W-2, W-2G, and 1099: Understanding Your Income Forms
8:12Tax Return vs Information Return: Key Differences Explained
8:07Essential IRS Forms and Due Dates Quick Reference Guide
14:15Preparing Personal Information for Your Tax Return: Complete Checklist
Form SS-4 & EIN Application
What Is an EIN and Why Do You Need Form SS-4?
Q&A GuideWhat Is an EIN? Why You Need Form SS-4 to Get Your Tax ID Number
Preparing to File Form SS-4 — Sequencing, Addresses & Entity Classification
Q&A GuidePreparing to File Form SS-4: Sequencing Addresses and Entity Classification
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