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Trump Pressures IRS to Identify Undocumented Immigrants
The Trump administration is negotiating changes to the ITIN with the IRS that could expose the immigration status of undocumented filers and affect federal tax revenue.
Tag: Income Tax
W-2 vs. Contractors: A Guide to U.S. Income Tax
A guide to U.S. income tax covering the main employment classifications and their key differences.
High Salary in Brazil or Average Salary in the USA: Which Pays Off More?
Detailed comparison of salaries, taxes, cost of living, and quality of life in Brazil and the United States for those planning to immigrate.
High Salary in Brazil or Average Salary in the USA: Which Pays Off More?
Detailed comparison between income, taxes, cost of living, and quality of life for Brazilians considering emigrating to the United States.
Brazil vs. USA: Security, Work, and Taxes in Real Data
Updated comparison with 2025 data on crime, labor market, and tax system between Brazil and the United States.
US Income Tax: Complete Guide to Filing in 2026
Who needs to file, which taxes apply, deductions, credits, IRS deadlines, and how to avoid mistakes during the 2025 tax season in the US.
W-2 or 1099: Tax Differences for Those Working in the USA
Compare W-2 and 1099 classifications in the US: FICA taxes, Self-Employment Tax, deductions, 2026 income brackets, and implications for immigration processes.
Double Taxation Brazil-USA: How to Avoid Paying Tax Twice
Without a tax treaty between Brazil and the US, understand the tax credit mechanisms that prevent double taxation and how to plan your tax situation.
FBAR: Complete Guide to Declaring Foreign Accounts in the USA
Find out who must file the FBAR, which accounts must be reported, filing deadlines, and the updated penalties for non-compliance for 2026.
Standard Deduction or Itemized: Which to Choose on US Taxes
Understand the differences between standard and itemized deductions on the US income tax and find out which option reduces your tax burden the most in 2026.
Child Tax Credit: How the Child Tax Credit Works in the USA
The Child Tax Credit offers up to $2,200 per qualifying child in 2025. See who is eligible, how to claim, and what has changed with the new legislation.
Property Tax in the USA: How Real Estate Tax Works
Understand how Property Tax is calculated, which states have the highest rates, and how exemptions can reduce real estate taxes in the USA.
Tax Return in the USA: How the American Income Tax Works
Understand the income tax filing system in the United States, updated deadlines for 2026, required documents, and how to maximize your refund.
Business Credit in the USA: How to Build from Scratch
The American credit system is not connected to the Brazilian one. See the step-by-step guide to building business credit in the USA: EIN, D-U-N-S, tradelines, and more.
Inheritance Tax in the USA: A Guide for Permanent Residents
In 2026, the federal estate tax exemption is $15 million per person. Understand how the inheritance tax affects Green Card holders.
Hiring Employees in the USA: Employer’s Legal Obligations
Complete guide to obligations when hiring in the USA: EIN, Form I-9, FICA taxes, workers' compensation, W-2 vs 1099 classification, and ACA rules in 2026.
How to Start a Business in the USA as a Foreigner
Guide on business structures, visas, and legal requirements for foreigners who wish to start a business in the United States in 2026.
Expat to the USA: Taxation, Visas, and Double Taxation
A complete guide to the tax and fiscal aspects of relocating Brazilian professionals to the United States: tax residency, work visas, and double taxation risks.
US Income Tax: States With the Highest and Lowest Rates in 2026
Complete map of federal and state income taxes in the US: nine states with no income tax, 2025/2026 rates, and real budget impact.
Taxes in the US for Immigrants: What to Plan Before Moving
Tax residency, FBAR, FATCA, and capital gains: everything Brazilians need to know about tax planning before immigrating to the United States.