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A Guide to Mergers and Acquisitions
Understanding Mergers and Acquisitions Mergers and acquisitions refer to business transactions in which businesses are combined. Mergers occur when two or more companies join to form a single new legal entity
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The History of Taxes in the United States: A Timeline
Taxes are a fundamental part of any government's operations, used primarily to raise revenue and finance public services. The intricate history of taxes in the United States sheds light on significant political
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Navigating US Taxation with a Global Perspective
In today's interconnected world, as businesses go global and individuals become more mobile, understanding the intricacies of US taxation within an international framework becomes crucial.
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Decoding Digital Services Taxes: A Comprehensive Guide to the OECD's Proposal
The digital economy has taken the world by storm, leading to inevitable tax challenges. Governments and organizations worldwide have grappled with the emergence of digital companies that have revolutionized how
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The 15% Corporate AMT: What You Need to Know
What is the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax? The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 created the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax (CAMT), which imposes a 15% minimum tax on the adjusted financial statement
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What is a Tax Treaty Benefit and how can it help you?
What do US income tax treaties do? The United States (US) has income tax treaties with a number of foreign countries. An income tax treaty between the US and a particular foreign country can lower, or even
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Inflation Reduction Act's Clean Energy Tax Credits: What the IRA Hopes to Accomplish
Clean Energy Tax Credits get a boost in new Climate Law In response to the escalating climate crisis, the Inflation Reduction Act has introduced substantial reforms to clean energy tax credits. These reforms
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New Reporting Requirement for Beneficial Ownership Information: What You Need to Know
What is the beneficial ownership information reporting Requirement? Effective January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) mandates that many US companies must disclose their beneficial owners, meaning
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The Economic Nexus Revolution: Navigating the Wayfair Era for Remote Sellers and Marketplace Facilitators
The advancement of our modern world, and the emergence of the digital age, brought about increased occurrences of untaxed online sales and with it a pressing need to re-evaluate US state sales tax nexus laws
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What You Need to Know About the Hydrogen Tax Credit
The hydrogen production tax credit, established under the Inflation Reduction Act ( PL 117-169), represents a significant step toward reducing dependence on fossil fuels and supporting the shift towards
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A Guide to Understanding Indirect and Direct Taxes
Difference between direct and indirect tax John Stuart Mill gave the following definition: “A direct tax is one which is demanded from the very persons who it is intended or desired should pay it. Indirect
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A Beginner's Guide to Cryptocurrency Tax
How is crypto taxed and do you pay taxes on Bitcoin? Yes, you absolutely do pay taxes on Bitcoin and other digital assets. For federal income tax purposes, the IRS treats crypto as a capital asset, not currency
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Optimizing Tax Efficiency: Ins and Outs of Foreign Tax Credits
Foreign Tax Credits reduce International Double Taxation The United States taxes its citizens, residents, and domestic corporations on their worldwide income. The U.S. relieves international double taxation by
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VAT Explained: A Comprehensive Guide to Value Added Tax for Suppliers of Goods & Services
Value Added Tax vs Goods and Services Tax Value Added Tax (VAT) and Goods & Services Tax (GST) are both consumption taxes applied at various stages of production and distribution. These taxes are calculated
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The ABCs of Permanent Establishments: What You Need to Know
Background: Why Do Permanent Establishments Matter? Under US tax law, foreign corporations and non-resident individuals engaged in US trade or business are typically subject to US tax on income effectively
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How the New 1% Tax on Stock Buybacks Will Affect Businesses
Stock Buybacks: The What and the Why When a company purchases shares of its own stock from the open market, it is referred to as a stock buyback or repurchase (often used interchangeably). The goal of a stock
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