Tax and Accounting Services for International Trade and Investments

The United States boasts the largest financial market in the world. Investing in the US can expose investment managers and funds from Europe, Asia, and Latin America to unexpected US income tax obligations. We can assist in ensuring compliance with US tax laws and provide a tax-efficient planning strategy to minimize your US income tax liability on private debt and private equity investments.

Operating a digital entertainment business online can be highly lucrative. However, if you sell your services in foreign markets, you may also be subject to foreign income tax, foreign withholding requirements, and other administrative obstacles. As experienced entertainment accountants, we can take care of all the complexities with complete confidentiality, allowing you to concentrate on managing your company and improving profitability.

International shipping involves a range of tax complexities, including the allocation of taxable income among countries of destination and departure, as well as VAT, and alternative taxation, such as tonnage tax on vessels. Through the right tax planning strategy, efficient corporate structuring, and proper vessel registration, you can reduce your overall global tax liability.

Are you familiar with the full set of tax incentives available to export companies in the USA? By forming an Interest Charged - Domestic International Sales Corporation (IC-DISC), you can have a substantial amount of your export-related income go tax-free. If you're seeking a better understanding of the risks and responsibilities under standard international shipping contracts and Incoterms, or if you want to access trade finance facilities, our team of trade professionals is here to assist you.

Investing in US real estate presents an exciting opportunity for many investment managers and wealthy individuals. With a double-digit ROI, US real estate offers a reliable source of passive income for numerous global investors. It's important to ensure that your capital gains (or losses) and rental income are accurately reported to the IRS and applicable State tax authorities to avoid significant tax penalties.

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Nonresident aliens in the US are subject to Estate and Gift Tax on real property and tangible personal property located in the US under the US Uniform Transfer Tax System. However, by making a simple election on your gift tax return, you can donate assets valued up to (around) $13 million to your loved ones tax-free. Even if your US wealth exceeds the $13 million threshold, proper tax planning can significantly reduce your overall gift tax and/or estate tax liability.

Foreign entrepreneurs and businesses may find it advantageous to establish a subsidiary or branch in the US to engage in trade or business activities. While forming a company in the USA is relatively simple, it is important to be aware of all tax and reporting obligations that the business may have. We can assist in selecting the appropriate entity type available in the US and making the necessary tax elections with the IRS (such as C Corporation, partnership, or sole proprietorship tax status) which can minimize your global income tax liability.

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Although only public companies are required to prepare US GAAP-compliant financial reporting information, some corporations may find it advantageous to prepare financial statements that comply with generally accepted accounting principles. If you are seeking external financing from a US banking institution or if you need to disclose your financial reports to governmental agencies, you may want to have your financial statements prepared under an internationally recognized accounting framework.

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