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Dual-Country Residency for H-1B Professionals: U.S. & India Tax Plan
H-1B professionals returning to India should evaluate the U.S. Substantial Presence Test and India’s residency rules to avoid double taxation.…
Why Hiring a Lawyer Beats AI for Canada Immigration Applications
Program changes and targeted draws in 2025 pushed applicants to choose between automation and legal counsel. AI assists administrative tasks,…
Cleaner Aviation Demands Disruptive Investment in Breakthrough Tech
A Science paper (Oct 16, 2025) urges redirecting the next decade’s $1 trillion in aviation investment from incremental upgrades to…
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…
State Residency Pitfalls for Indian-Origin Returnees from the U.S.
States such as California, New York, New Jersey, and Virginia can tax returnees if U.S. ties remain. Terminate leases, surrender…
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…
IRS Audits for NRIs: Key Triggers and Compliance Tips
IRS scrutiny of Americans in India focuses on FBAR (>$10,000) and Form 8938 (higher asset thresholds). Missed filings, mismatched income,…