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International business is fraught with opportunity but not without risk of the unknown. Operating and doing business overseas prompts new geography, culture, laws, regulations, and tax regimes. All of these are familiar to our team, and our role is to navigate through the risk of unfamiliarity while providing a successful start in your new markets. In this weekly blog series, our Global Business Services team explores hot topics in global business, international tax, and compliance to help our partners confidently approach international business operations.
December 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesDecember 20, 2024
Decoding Form 5471: Reporting Requirements, Penalty, and Relief for U.S. Shareholders of Controlled Foreign Corporations
by Fangrui ChenForm 5471 is an informational reporting form required when a foreign corporation is owned greater than 50% by a US...
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Global Business ServicesDecember 6, 2024
FinCEN Extends FBAR Filing Deadline for Certain U.S. Persons to April 2026
by Megan HanThe Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has announced another extension for filing the Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR) for specific...
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Global Business ServicesDecember 5, 2024
Germany’s Growth Opportunities Act and Its Impact on Transfer Pricing Regulations
by John Bodur, MBAGermany, among other nations, has been actively working to update its guidelines. The Growth Opportunities Act (Wachstumschancengesetz), passed by the...
November 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesNovember 15, 2024
IRS Considers Relief in Proposed Foreign Trust Reporting Regulations
by Catherine Yuan, CPAIn August, the IRS held a public hearing on proposed regulations REG-124850-08, 89 Fed. Reg. 39440, which aim to clarify...
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Global Business ServicesNovember 12, 2024
Anticipated Tax Reform under President Trump’s Second Term
by Greg Lambrecht, CPAWe now have a winner in one of the most hotly contested elections in our lifetimes. Donald J. Trump has...
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Global Business ServicesNovember 1, 2024
Tax Court Rules FBAR Penalties Are Not Taxes, Limiting Taxpayer Rights in Collection Disputes
by Josh RikerThe U.S. Tax Court has ruled that FBAR penalties do not qualify as taxes. This is determination follows a Collections...
October 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesOctober 25, 2024
Senate Finance Committee Challenges Pfizer on Transfer Pricing Discrepancies
by John Bodur, MBATransfer pricing is a commonly utilized tool for profit shifting employed by multinational enterprises (MNEs). In the case of U.S.-based...
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Global Business ServicesOctober 18, 2024
2024 Final Regulations on Section 367(d)
by Catherine Yuan, CPAThe IRS has released new proposed regulations regarding Section 367(d).
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Global Business ServicesOctober 11, 2024
Navigating Pillar Two: How Global Tax Reforms Could Reshape U.S. Corporate and Individual Taxation
by Jason Rauhe, CPAThe Pillar Two international tax agreement, designed to set a global minimum corporate tax rate of 15%, presents both opportunities...
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Global Business ServicesOctober 4, 2024
Agreeing to Disagree: Barrett’s Dissenting Concurrence on Moore
by Greg Lambrecht, CPAIn June of this year, the Supreme Court decided a seminal court case related to the 2017 Tax Cuts and...
September 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 27, 2024
Potential Impact of QBI Deduction Expiration on IC-DISC Tax Savings
by Josh RikerIntroduced in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), the qualified business income (QBI) deduction was designed to provide...
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 13, 2024
European Court Upholds Decision for Apple to Pay €13 Billion in Back Taxes to Ireland
by John Bodur, MBAThe European Court of Justice has recently confirmed the European Commission’s 2016 decision, ordering Apple to pay €13 billion in...
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 6, 2024
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Rules FBAR Violations Include Recklessness
by Jason Rauhe, CPAIn a significant decision, the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that FBAR (Foreign Bank Account Report) violations can...
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Global Business ServicesAugust 30, 2024
2024 Proposed Regulations on Section 954 Elections
by Catherine Yuan, CPAThe IRS has released new proposed regulations regarding specific foreign currency gain or loss elections for Controlled Foreign Corporations (CFCs)....
August 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesAugust 23, 2024
Navigating the International Reporting Dilemma: In-house vs. Outsourcing
by Jason Rauhe, CPAWhen determining how best to prepare and file international reporting forms, CPA firms often face a crucial decision: Should they...
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Global Business ServicesAugust 16, 2024
Are We Really Moving Toward a Paperless Society? The IRS Believes So
by Greg Lambrecht, CPAThe IRS has boldly predicted their move towards paperless correspondence. This, of course, will directly impact how taxpayers and tax...
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Global Business ServicesAugust 9, 2024
Byte your Bill: How Software Companies Can Qualify for the IC-DISC Commission Deduction
by Josh RikerThe Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 is one of the most significant overhauls of the United States...
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Global Business ServicesAugust 2, 2024
Medtronic’s Transfer Pricing Dispute with IRS: Benchmarking Intangible Assets in Focus
by John Bodur, MBAMedtronic and its subsidiary, Medtronic Puerto Rico, have been in dispute with the IRS regarding the transfer pricing method used...
July 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesJuly 26, 2024
Recent Updates on 2024 FinCEN New Beneficial Ownership Reporting Obligations
by Catherine Yuan, CPAIn January 2024, the new Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) came into effect, introducing beneficial ownership reporting requirements. Lawmakers expressed concerns...
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Global Business ServicesJuly 19, 2024
Whose GILTI Is It Anyway?
by Greg Lambrecht, CPAAfter the Supreme Court ruling in the Moore case, it seems apparent GILTI is here to stay. U.S. taxpayers will...
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Global Business ServicesJune 28, 2024
Moore IS Actually More…But Once Again, There May Still Be More to Come
by Greg Lambrecht, CPAOn June 20, in a 7-2 decision, the Court ruled in favor of the government, asserting that Congress acted within...
June 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesJune 21, 2024
A Delicate Balance: TCJA Changes Loom over FDII and IC-DISC Benefits
by Josh RikerThe Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 is one of the most significant overhauls of the United States...
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Alliance NetworkJune 14, 2024
Proposed Reductions to IRS Funding
by John Bodur, MBAOn June 5, the U.S. House Committee on Appropriations introduced an appropriations bill that allocated specific funding for the federal...
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Global Business ServicesJune 7, 2024
Understanding the Implications of Section 897 Final Regulations in International Taxation
by Catherine Yuan, CPAOn April 24, 2024, the U.S. Treasury and the IRS released final regulations (TD 9992) under Section 897, the Foreign...
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Global Business ServicesMay 31, 2024
PFIC Basics & Reporting You Should Know
by Jason Rauhe, CPASo, your client had a strong month, quarter, or year and has excess funds to invest. After some analysis, they...
May 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesMay 24, 2024
Understanding Form 8938: Filing Requirements, Penalties, and Key Insights for U.S. Taxpayers
by Josh RikerIn an increasingly globalized business world, taxpayers are more likely to accumulate foreign financial assets than ever. While diversifying assets is...
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Global Business ServicesMay 17, 2024
Two Rules to Consider when Timing your IC-DISC Commission
by Greg Lambrecht, CPAIn the accounting world, the close of a company’s tax year inevitably sends people into a scramble. The calculation of the IC-DISC commission...
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Global Business ServicesMay 10, 2024
Reversal of Farhy Ruling
by Catherine Yuan, CPAOn May 3, 2024, the D.C. Circuit Court reversed the Tax Court’s decision on the Farhy case. The Circuit Court...
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Global Business ServicesMay 3, 2024
A Balancing Act Between Transparency and Practicality
by John Bodur, MBAThe Corporate Transparency Act’s (CTA) mandate to disclose beneficial ownership information (BOI) has recently ignited a debate.
April 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesApril 26, 2024
Individual Tax Issues: Owning Foreign Entities or Assets
by Jason Rauhe, CPANavigating individual tax returns involving foreign entities or assets presents significant challenges.
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Global Business ServicesApril 19, 2024
CFC Subpart F Inclusions for U.S. Partnerships – Impact on Calendar Year 2023 Taxpayers
by Greg Lambrecht, CPATreasury Decision 9960 materially altered the reporting of international tax items for domestic Partnerships and S-Corporations (flow-through entities). For tax...
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Global Business ServicesApril 16, 2024
Hulling and Drying Equipment Design
by Jason Rauhe, CPAMcGuire Sponsel identified an opportunity for a California-based plant that specializes in designing, manufacturing and installing farm equipment for different...
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Global Business ServicesApril 5, 2024
LVAS 101: Playing Ball with the OECD
by Josh RikerAs the buzz around March Madness comes to its conclusion, for many taxpayers and preparers alike, April Madness is right...
March 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesMarch 29, 2024
CAT’s Cradle
by John Bodur, MBACaterpillar Inc. (CAT) is one of the biggest heavy equipment manufacturers in the world, and almost everyone recognizes its iconic...
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Global Business ServicesMarch 22, 2024
U.S. FY2025 Budget Contains International Tax Proposals – Selected Topics
by Jason Rauhe, CPAThe United States Treasury explains several international tax proposals in the administration’s F.Y. 2025 budget. Most proposals presented in this...
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Global Business ServicesMarch 15, 2024
OECD Releases Pillar One – Amount B
by Jason Rauhe, CPAThe OECD released Pillar One – Amount B, in continuation of their two-pillar approach to combat base erosion and profit...
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Global Business ServicesMarch 8, 2024
IRS Issues Guidance for Taxpayers Filing Form 1042-S
by Josh RikerAs taxpayers and tax preparers ramp up for the 2023 tax season, the IRS released a bulletin containing guidance on the correct...
February 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 15, 2024
Navigating International Compliance: A Crucial Aspect of Global Business Management
by Jason Rauhe, CPAIn the intricate landscape of global business, compliance with U.S. international regulations is a crucial factor that should never be...
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Global Business ServicesMarch 1, 2024
Updates on the Shocking Farhy vs. Commission Case
by Greg Lambrecht, CPAWhile the Farhy case specifically addressed penalties under Section 6038, the reasoning could be extrapolated to other forms, such as...
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Global Business ServicesFebruary 23, 2024
Into the Maze of Intercompany Loans
by John Bodur, MBAA cryptic IRS memo, General Legal Advice Memorandum (GLAM), is upending the lending landscape for global corporations. Its reinterpretation of...
January 2024 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesJanuary 26, 2024
The Push to Make More Taxpayers GILTI
by Greg Lambrecht, CPAIn 2017, Congress passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). To say TCJA was a significant change in law...
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Global Business ServicesJanuary 19, 2024
Can or CAMT: CFC Dividends Under AFSI
by Jason Rauhe, CPADecember was a busy month for the IRS. They released proposed regulations related to the interplay of GloBE, FTCs, and DCL rules...
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Global Business ServicesJanuary 12, 2024
JCT Bluebook Summarizes Tax Legislation Passed in 117th Congress
by Josh RikerThe Joint Committee on Taxation has released its Bluebook summarizing tax legislation passed by the 117th Congress.
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Global Business ServicesJanuary 5, 2024
IRS Unveils Roadmap for GloBE, FTC, & DCL Interaction
by John Bodur, MBAThe international tax landscape shifted gears when the IRS dropped Notice 2023-80 on December 11, 2023. This advance notice unveils...
December 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesDecember 22, 2023
Navigating Global Business: The Importance of International Tax Consulting
by Jason Rauhe, CPAIn today’s interconnected global economy, your client’s businesses often operate across borders, facing a myriad of taxation-related challenges. McGuire Sponsel...
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Global Business ServicesDecember 15, 2023
Moore May Be Less (for the Government): Could It Be More?
by Greg Lambrecht, CPAIf you are a tax practitioner or keep up with significant business news, you’ve likely heard of the quickly turning...
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Global Business ServicesDecember 8, 2023
What is IC-DISC?
by Josh RikerAn IC-DISC (Interest Charged Domestic International Sales Corporation) is a non-taxable C-Corporation that can be utilized by exporters to lower...
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Global Business ServicesDecember 1, 2023
Coca-Cola Denied Tax Relief in International Transfer Pricing Dispute
by John Bodur, MBAA recent transfer pricing case involving Coca-Cola and the IRS has sent ripples through the international tax world. The Tax...
November 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesNovember 17, 2023
Treasury Spins 987 into a Frenzy…Again
by Greg Lambrecht, CPAFew areas of the law have had more changes to its regulatory interpretation than Section 987. In keeping with their...
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Global Business ServicesNovember 10, 2023
FinCEN Issues Final Rules for the Use of Identifiers When Reporting Beneficial Owner Information
by Jason Rauhe, CPAFinCEN identifiers were finalized on November 8, 2023. As reported in previous publications, entities must report specific information regarding their...
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Global Business ServicesNovember 3, 2023
US Taxpayers Need to Be Ready with Their Transfer Pricing Documentation
by Jason Rauhe, CPASince the summer of 2023, the IRS has been significantly expanding its transfer pricing enforcement through increased staff and data...
October 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesOctober 27, 2023
Breaking Down Brazil’s New Transfer Pricing Rules
by John Bodur, MBAOn September 29, 2023, the Brazilian Federal Revenue (RFB) published Normative Instruction 2,161 (NI 2,161/23), introducing new transfer pricing rules...
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Global Business ServicesOctober 20, 2023
Microsoft Receives IRS Notice To Pay $28.9B Due to Transfer Pricing Issue
by Jason Rauhe, CPAOn Microsoft’s 8-k published in early October, they’ve noted that the IRS has issued a notice of adjustment and is...
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Global Business ServicesOctober 13, 2023
What is Transfer Pricing?
by Jason Rauhe, CPAThe transfer pricing area of international taxation is becoming more and more complex. Specifically, transfer pricing supports the pricing of...
September 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 22, 2023
FinCEN Issues Guide on 2024 Reporting Requirements for Small Businesses
by Jason Rauhe, CPAOn September 18, 2023, FinCEN issued a compliance guide to help small businesses report beneficial ownership.
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 15, 2023
IRS Shifts Focus of Compliance Enforcement from Working-Class to Wealthy Taxpayers
by John Bodur, MBAThe IRS has announced that it is shifting its focus on compliance enforcement from working-class taxpayers to wealthy taxpayers. This...
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 8, 2023
Best Practices for Filing Form 1042: A Summary of IRS Guidelines
by Josh RikerIn the August 30 FATCA News & Information Newsletter, the IRS has offered guidance on recommended procedures for withholding agents...
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 1, 2023
What is International Compliance?
by Jason Rauhe, CPAOver the past years, U.S. reporting of foreign operations has become increasingly complex and rapidly changing. Specific compliance rules and...
August 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesAugust 18, 2023
Recent FinCEN Regulation Mandates Disclosure of Beneficial Ownership Details
by John Bodur, MBARecently, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has unveiled a new definitive regulation compelling specific enterprises to disclose beneficial ownership...
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Global Business ServicesAugust 11, 2023
International Implications of Changes to Form W-9 for Pass-through Entities
by Josh RikerThe IRS has announced changes to Form W-9, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification, which will impact the information that will...
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Global Business ServicesAugust 4, 2023
New Canadian Disclosure Requirements
by Jason Rauhe, CPANew rules to enhance Canada’s mandatory disclosure requirements were enacted on June 22, 2023. The new rules, which include expanding the...
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Global Business ServicesJuly 28, 2023
IRS Releases Notice Temporarily Relieving Foreign Tax Credit Restrictions for Taxpayers
by Jason Rauhe, CPAOn July 21, 2023, the IRS released notice 2023-55, granting temporary relief for determining eligibility for foreign tax credits. Taxpayers...
July 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesJuly 21, 2023
OECD Announces Major Progress on Global Tax Framework for Digital Services
by John Bodur, MBAThe global effort to establish a comprehensive framework for taxing digital services took a significant step forward this week, as...
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Global Business ServicesJuly 14, 2023
International Filing Collections and Penalties See Increase in 2022
by Josh RikerThe IRS publishes a comprehensive summary of tax collections for the prior tax period every year. This is known as...
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Global Business ServicesJuly 7, 2023
Transition Tax Case Will Head to Supreme Court
by Jason Rauhe, CPAThe Supreme Court will hear a case from Charles G. Moore and Kathleen F. Moore, who both owned shares in...
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Global Business ServicesJune 30, 2023
Introduction into US Foreign-Trade Zones
by Jason Rauhe, CPAForeign-Trade Zones (FTZ) are areas within the United States where goods imported are not subject to tariffs, as though the...
June 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesJune 23, 2023
Supreme Court Declines to Rehear Landmark FBAR Penalty Case
by John Bodur, MBAIn a landmark decision, the U.S. Tax Court ruled in favor of Medtronic, Inc. in a dispute over transfer pricing....
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Global Business ServicesJune 16, 2023
Global Tax Agreements May Disqualify Some Seeking to Claim Tax Credits
by Josh RikerAs governments around the world work towards developing OECD Pillars One and Two into law, there are a number of...
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Global Business ServicesJune 9, 2023
New 2022 Regulations – Foreign Tax Credits
by Jason Rauhe, CPAOn January 4, 2022, the IRS and US Treasury issued final regulations regarding whether a foreign tax is eligible to...
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Global Business ServicesJune 2, 2023
IRS Internal Guidance; a Focus on Advanced Pricing Agreements
by Jason Rauhe, CPAOn April 25, 2023, the IRS published an interim guidance memorandum for agents and other employees of their Treaty and...
May 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesMay 26, 2023
Medtronic, Inc. and Consolidated Subsidiaries v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue
by John Bodur, MBAIn a landmark decision, the U.S. Tax Court ruled in favor of Medtronic, Inc. in a dispute over transfer pricing....
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Global Business ServicesMay 19, 2023
IC-DISCs: Still A Valuable Tax Savings Vehicle For Certain Export Companies
by Josh RikerSince its inception in 1971 and subsequent modifications, the IC-DISC has had its benefits surge and diminish following the variation...
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Global Business ServicesMay 12, 2023
U.S. Treasury Releases List of Countries Requiring Cooperation with an International Boycott; No Changes
by Jason Rauhe, CPARecently, the IRS published their list of countries that require participation in doing international business with a boycotting country per...
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Global Business ServicesMay 5, 2023
Outbound Intangible Transfer Proposed Regulations
by Jason Rauhe, CPAThe Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in Eaton Corp. v. Commissioner has resolved a longstanding dispute over the cancellation of...
April 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesMay 1, 2023
Eaton Corp. and Subsidiaries v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue, No. 21-1569 (6th Cir. 2022)
by Jason Rauhe, CPAThe Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in Eaton Corp. v. Commissioner has resolved a longstanding dispute over the cancellation of...
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Global Business ServicesApril 21, 2023
IRS Announces Transition Period for Extension Covering Taxation of Royalties on Foreign Intellectual Property
by Jason Rauhe, CPAOn April 3, the IRS released Notice 2023-31, detailing that when proposed regulations under Section 903 are codified, the IRS...
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Global Business ServicesApril 14, 2023
U.S. Tax Court: Farhy vs. Commissioner Case Ruling
by Jason Rauhe, CPAOn April 3, 2023, the U.S. Tax Court ruled in favor of Mr. Alon Farhy against the IRS.
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Global Business ServicesApril 7, 2023
IRS Considering Clarification on Pricing of Intercompany Debt: Implications for Taxpayers
by Jason Rauhe, CPAThe IRS is currently reviewing a critical issue related to the pricing of intercompany debt.
March 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesMarch 24, 2023
Foreign Housing Cost Exclusion or Deduction for 2023
by John Bodur, MBAThe Foreign Housing Cost Exclusion or Deduction is a provision in the US tax code that allows eligible taxpayers to...
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Global Business ServicesMarch 17, 2023
Transfer Pricing Enforcement Expected to Increase Significantly
by Jason Rauhe, CPAAs part of the IRS’ hiring initiatives, increased staff will focus on transfer pricing noncompliance using sophisticated data analytics, according...
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Global Business ServicesMarch 10, 2023
OECD Releases Guidance on Global Minimum Tax, GILTI
by Jason RauheThe Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development )OECD) has adjusted upwards revenue estimates from its international tax framework.
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Global Business ServicesMarch 3, 2023
The U.S. Supreme Court rules that FBAR penalties apply on a per-report, not per-account basis
by Mark O'Dell, CPAIn this blog, Mark O’Dell, CPA, dives into the U.S. Supreme Court FBAR penalty ruling.
February 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesFebruary 24, 2023
3M Transfer Pricing Court Case
by Jason Rauhe, CPAOn February 9, 2023, the Tax Court delivered its opinion on an important transfer pricing case, 3M v. Commissioner, siding...
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Global Business ServicesFebruary 17, 2023
International Tax Controversy Success Story
by Jerry Hammel, CPAU.S. international reporting compliance requirements are extremely complex and can be very costly if overlooked. The McGuire Sponsel Global Business...
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Alliance NetworkFebruary 7, 2023
Special Alert: IRS to Hold Feb. 9 Webinar on Schedules K2/K3; Focus on Foreign Tax Credit/Individuals
by Jason RauheWe wanted to communicate that the IRS will conduct a webinar on February 9 titled “K2/K3 With a Focus on...
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Global Business ServicesFebruary 3, 2023
Revenues From Two-Pillar Plan Higher Than Expected, OECD Estimates
by Jason RauheThe Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development has adjusted upwards revenue estimates from its international tax framework.
January 2023 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesJanuary 27, 2023
IRS Finalizes Instructions for 2022 Schedules K-2 and K-3
by Jason RauheThe IRS recently posted a revised draft version of the 2022 Partnership Instructions for Schedule K-2 and K-3 (Form 1065)...
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Global Business ServicesJanuary 20, 2023
Transfer Pricing Court Case Updates
by Jason Rauhe, CPAU.S. Federal Courts reached two important decisions on transfer pricing cases as 2022 came to a close.
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Global Business ServicesJanuary 13, 2023
Transfer Pricing Economic Substance
by Jason Rauhe, CPAIn April of this year, the IRS released a memorandum announcing a change to IRS policy regarding the economic substance...
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Global Business ServicesJanuary 6, 2023
Single-Entity Treatment of Consolidated Groups for Specific Purposes
by John Bodur, MBAConsolidated groups have the option to take the position that their aggregate 951(a)(1)(A) and 951A(a) inclusions are reduced by changing...
December 2022 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesDecember 23, 2022
Global Business Services: Reflecting on 2022
by Jason Rauhe, CPAJason Rauhe from our Global Business Services practice reflects on 2022.
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Global Business ServicesDecember 16, 2022
2022-2023 Priority Guidance Plan: What You Need to Know
by Jason Rauhe, CPAOn November 4, the Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service released the 2022-2023 Priority Guidance Plan. The...
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Global Business ServicesDecember 16, 2022
Revised Schedule K2/K3 Filing Instructions
by Jason RauheThe IRS recently posted a revised draft version of the 2022 Partnership Instructions for Schedule K-2 and K-3 (Form 1065)...
November 2022 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesNovember 30, 2022
International Tax Compliance: How far back?
by Jason RauheWhen helping clients get current with filing delinquent returns of prior years, we are always asked the question “How far...
October 2022 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesOctober 21, 2022
Transfer Pricing Enhanced Enforcement
by Mark O'Dell, CPAIn this blog, Mark O’Dell, CPA, dives into how the IRS is enhancing its Transfer Pricing enforcement.
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Global Business ServicesOctober 14, 2022
Reminder: FBAR Extended Filing Deadline Is Oct. 17
by Jason RauheIn a news release, the IRS reminded individuals and entities who missed the April 15 deadline for filing a Report...
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Global Business ServicesOctober 7, 2022
FinCEN issues final rule on beneficial ownership information reporting requirements
by Jason RauheRecently, Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued a final rule requiring certain entities to file reports with FinCEN...
September 2022 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 30, 2022
U.S./Hungary Treaty Termination
by Jason RauheThe U.S. Department of the Treasury recently announced that the United States notified Hungary of its termination of the Convention...
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 23, 2022
Form 8832: PLR Granting Extension and Late Election Relief
by Jason RauheIn a Private Letter Ruling (PLR), the IRS granted a foreign eligible entity a 120-day extension to file Form 8832,...
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 9, 2022
IRS Notice 2022-36
by Jason RauheIn response to logistical hardships imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the IRS released Notice 2022-36 in its Internal Revenue Bulletin...
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Global Business ServicesSeptember 2, 2022
The New IRS Army: Transfer Pricing Implications
by Jason RauheThe Inflation Reduction Act will give the IRS billions to go into enforcement, operations, systems modernization, and customer service. The...
August 2022 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesNovember 30, 2022
International Tax Compliance: How far back?
by Jason RauheWhen helping clients get current with filing delinquent returns of prior years, we are always asked the question “How far...
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Global Business ServicesAugust 26, 2022
Common Mistakes in International Tax Preparation
by Jason RauhePreparing international compliance forms which end up part of a U.S. federal tax return involves avoiding a multitude of potential...
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Global Business ServicesAugust 5, 2022
Surprise: The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
by Jason RauheIn a surprising development, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Senator Joe Manchin and President Joe Biden on 27 July announced...
July 2022 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesJuly 29, 2022
Global Tax Deal’s New Time Frame “Realistic”
by Jason RauheThis blog discusses the revised time estimates for enacting a revamp of international tax rules.
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Global Business ServicesJuly 22, 2022
Prospects for Senate deal on ‘Build Back Better’ upended
by Jason RauheThis blog discusses the latest issues in the Senate with reaching consensus on an iteration of “Build Back Better” legislation.
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Global Business ServicesJuly 15, 2022
Supreme Court to Review Non-Willful FBAR Penalty Case
by Jason RauheOn June 21, 2022, The U.S. Supreme Court agreed to resolve a dispute concerning the maximum applicable penalty for non-willful...
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Global Business ServicesJuly 8, 2022
OECD Annual Tax Conference Takeaways
by Jason RauheThe Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) held its annual tax conference in Washington, DC at the end of...
June 2022 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesJune 24, 2022
The Basic Tax Benefits of an IC-DISC
by Jason RauheA product of the IRS Tax Code, an IC-DISC is a tax-exempt corporation deemed to function as a sales agent...
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Global Business ServicesJune 17, 2022
Country-by-Country (CbC) Report in the Transfer Pricing Risk Analysis
by Jason RauheThe Internal Revenue Service Large Business and International Division has recently published a Practice Unit related to country-by-country (CbC) reporting...
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Global Business ServicesJune 10, 2022
Reporting Your Foreign Financial Assets
by Mark O'DellMore taxpayers and their CPAs are beginning to realize that there are serious requirements to divulge the existence and status...
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Global Business ServicesJune 3, 2022
Update on Global Minimum Tax Delays
by Jason RauheThe U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Review Service published final regulations addressing several issues central to foreign...
May 2022 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesMay 27, 2022
IRS Final Regulations on Foreign Tax Credits
by Jason RauheThe U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Review Service published final regulations addressing several issues central to foreign...
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Global Business ServicesMay 20, 2022
Form 1042/1042-S Compliance: IRS Focus Area
by Jason RauheThe Large Business and International (“LB&I”) division of the IRS has several active campaigns to address taxpayer noncompliance related to...
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Global Business ServicesMay 13, 2022
War in Ukraine: Impact of EU Sanctions on Russia
by Jason RauheDominating the current news cycle is the war in Ukraine and the sanctions various countries have adopted against Russia. Specifically,...
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Global Business ServicesMay 6, 2022
Tax Treaty Analysis
by Jason RauheIncome tax treaties are difficult documents to understand, and the details are not the same from one treaty to the...
April 2022 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesApril 22, 2022
Global Minimum Tax Delays
by Jason RauheThe proposed global minimum tax agreement hit a snag in Europe this month when EU finance ministers failed to reach...
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Global Business ServicesApril 15, 2022
Global Expansion: Tax and Business Considerations
by Jason RauheThe globalized economy and recent trend of telecommuting bring the typical U.S. based business access to a significant pool of...
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Global Business ServicesApril 8, 2022
Highlighting our Global Business Services Team
by Jason RauheOur team is proud to partner with clients in providing specialty expertise across global business services. At McGuire Sponsel, our...
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Global Business ServicesApril 1, 2022
White House Reintroduces International Tax Reform
by Jason RauheThe White House released a fiscal year 2023 budget blueprint on March 28, 2022, that is consistent with President Joe...
March 2022 Blogs
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Global Business ServicesMarch 25, 2022
Global Tax Impact of Russian Invasion of Ukraine
by Jason RauheRussia’s recent invasion of Ukraine set off a global reaction of sanctions, boycotts, and financial limitations. These reactions are intended...
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Global Business ServicesMarch 18, 2022
Your client’s investment is actually a PFIC
by Jason RauhePassive Foreign Investment Company (PFIC) is a notorious designation arising from the Internal Revenue Code that can seriously complicate a...
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Global Business ServicesMarch 11, 2022
OECD Releases Latest Edition of Transfer Pricing Guidelines
by Jason RauheOn January 20, 2022, the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (“OECD”) released the 2022 edition of the OECD Transfer Pricing...
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Global Business ServicesMarch 4, 2022
Form 5471 and Extended Statute for Entire Return
by Jason RauheOn June 3 and 4, 2021, the IRS released final versions of new Schedules K-2 and K-3 that are being...
Jason Rauhe, CPA is a Principal in the firm’s Global Business Services practice and is responsible for assisting clients and adding depth in all areas of the firm’s international tax consulting services including transfer pricing, and the firm’s compliance expertise.
Rauhe previously served as Director of International Tax at a Top 100 CPA Firm, where he was responsible for the firm’s international tax division and major industry alliance networks.