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U.S. Social Security for Retirees in India: Eligibility and Tax

Citizens with 40 Social Security credits can keep benefits in India if SSA rules are met; Green Card holders face…

Foreign-Spouse Tax Rules: MFJ, MFS, and HOH Essentials for U.S. Filers

When one spouse lives abroad, couples can file separately or elect to file jointly by treating the nonresident spouse as…

U.S. Taxation of Indian Crypto: Cross-Border Implications and Reports

U.S. tax rules classify crypto as property, requiring U.S. citizens in India to report disposals and rewards in USD. Short-term…

Dual Taxation of Indian Startup Shares for US-Relocated Founders

Founders who relocate to the U.S. face taxation in both countries: India taxes unlisted share gains (12.5% LTCG after 24…

Taxation of U.S. Stock Compensation While Living in India

Returnees with U.S. RSUs or ESPP may owe tax in both the U.S. and India when vest/purchase or sales straddle…

U.S. Gift and Inheritance Planning for Indian Assets: Practical Rules

As cross-border gifts and inheritances rise, Indian-U.S. families face closer scrutiny. File Form 709 for gifts above $18,000 (2025) and…

10 Key Factors That Could Jeopardize Your Canadian PGWP Application

The PGWP is essential but strict; by October 2025 refusals sometimes exceeded 20%, often for avoidable documentation, status, or study-load…

Cross-Border Estate Tax: U.S. and India Reporting for Decedent’s Assets

Executors must include India assets in U.S. estate tax reporting and manage India capital gains, FBAR, Form 3520, and Form…