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LLC Tax Traps for Foreign Ownership of US Assets 2 Credits

Feb 03, 2025, 12:00 PM ET

LLC Tax Traps for Foreign Ownership of US Assets 2 Credits

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Feb 03, 2025, 12:00 PM ET

Learning Objective

  • Understand the unique U.S. tax implications and reporting requirements for foreign ownership of U.S. assets through LLCs.
  • Identify the potential tax traps and liabilities that foreign investors may encounter, including form 5472 penalties.
  • Learn strategies for effectively managing U.S.-sourced income and minimizing tax obligations through proper structuring and planning.
  • Explore the role of international treaties in influencing tax liabilities and opportunities for tax optimization for foreign-owned LLCs.
  • Develop practical skills for avoiding common pitfalls and ensuring compliance with U.S. tax laws to protect and maximize foreign investments in U.S. assets.

Course Overview

Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) are frequently the preferred business structure due to their flexibility and tax advantages. However, when foreign owners are involved, navigating the intricate landscape of LLC taxation becomes especially crucial. This course delves into potential tax traps and pitfalls that foreign investors should be mindful of when holding US assets through an LLC.

This CE Tax Course provides an in-depth exploration of the complexities and potential pitfalls that foreign investors encounter when owning U.S. assets through Limited Liability Companies (LLCs). The curriculum meticulously outlines the tax implications, reporting requirements, and unexpected tax liabilities that may arise from the unique U.S. tax treatment of LLCs with foreign ownership. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to navigate the U.S. tax system, emphasizing the significance of election status, effective management of U.S.-sourced income, and the impact of treaties on tax obligations. 

Major Topics Covered:

  • Foreign Investment
  • Foreign-Owned Disregarded Entity (FODE)
  • Tax Treatment of LLCs
  • Tax Treaties
  • 5472 Penalty Relief
  • Increasing IRS Scrutiny

Join this online CE course, and attendees will gain valuable insights and strategies for tax optimization, risk mitigation, and maximizing benefits from their U.S. asset holdings through expert-led case studies, ensuring they are well-equipped to avoid common tax traps.

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Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01925-24-S) 2 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01925-24-S) 2 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1530) 2 CE Approved
Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01925-24-S) 2 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01925-24-S) 2 CE Eligible
Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01925-24-S) 2 CE Approved
License details Credits Status
Taxes for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Enrolled Agents (EA) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01925-24-O) 2 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01925-24-O) 2 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for California Registered Tax Preparers (CRTP) (Approval No. 6273-CE-1530) 2 CE Approved
Taxes for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Oregon Registered Tax Preparers (ORTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01925-24-O) 2 CE Approved
Federal tax-related matters for LTC (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01925-24-O) 2 CE Eligible
Taxes for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Taxes for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Federal tax-related matters for Maryland Tax Preparer (MRTP) (Approval No. GEHNZ-T-01925-24-O) 2 CE Approved

Additional Information

Credits

2

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Crystal Stranger
Crystal Stranger , EA

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Optic Tax, Inc

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Crystal Stranger holds a Juris Doctor of Law degree, is an Enrolled Agent (EA), EOS Integrator, and professionally Senior Tax Director and CEO of OpticTax.com. Bringing over 20 years of finance, accounting, and leadership experience she enjoys helping startups stay focused on the big picture objective while maintaining an eye to the details and performing realistic risk assessments.

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Irina Levitski, CPA (US)
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Excellent presentation and comprehensive handout! The content was insightful, well-organized, and highly relevant to understanding the tax complexities surrounding foreign ownership of U.S. assets. A valuable learning experience!

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Francisco Benicio Vasquez, CPA (US)
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The presenter is very knowledgeable, the topic is interesting, and applicable in our practice

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