Since nonresident and resident aliens are taxed differently, it is important to determine your status. You are considered a nonresident alien when you are not a U.S. citizen or a U.S....
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 07/01/2022
Tax season has many people wondering what itemized deductions are and their role in tax preparation. Itemized deductions offer an alternative to standard deductions and can reduce...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 06/24/2022
A spouse usually signs joint tax returns with the knowledge to face the due tax, penalties, and interest accompanying the tax return. According to the IRS (Internal Revenue Service),...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 05/31/2022
What is a foreign tax credit?A foreign tax credit is a United States tax credit that is used to offset income tax paid abroad. United States citizens and resident aliens who pay income...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 05/31/2022
Employees have their taxes withheld by their employers. So, how do the self-employed pay? The self-employed pay estimated taxes quarterly by due dates to the IRS. This way, they can...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 05/22/2022
As a new start-up entrepreneur, deductions can be accommodated. However, deductions are not rigid, they tend to undergo metamorphosis, and a deduction does not even remain forever....
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 03/24/2022
If you just got married or are getting married soon, it's time to start talking about money with your partner. Super romantic, we know, but listen up: agreeing on money is a key...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 03/23/2022
Given the disruption of blockchain in financial services and their subsequent widespread application across industries, it's hard to find a segment that the technology hasn't...
Posted by Jim McClaflin, EA, NTPI Fellow, CTRC on 02/15/2022
After years of perfect retirement planning, diligent investing, creating detailed budgets, and wisely investing resources, many investors continue to overlook an important detail:...
Posted by Rosovich & Associates, Inc. on 02/14/2022