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Life isn't fair. Neither is the IRS’s most recent settlement initiative designed to entice taxpayers to proactively resolve their international tax non-compliance, such as failing to report foreign income, foreign accounts, foreign entities, etc. In both instances, some people win and some people lose, often with little or no regard to what is equitable. Among those basking in the benefits of favored status lately are certain Canadians, residing either in the United States or the homeland, who have neglected their tax-related obligations with Uncle Sam. Indeed, thanks to ...
Many Canadians migrate south each year and become U.S. residents or citizens. Along with the cold weather, they may also leave behind local retirement account, such as a Canadian registered retirement savings plan ("RRSP") or a Canadian registered retirement income fund (“RRIF”). Preserving this Canadian nest egg is generally a good thing. Indeed, it is hard to find fault with financial planning for the golden years. This egg could turn a little rotten, though, if the person fails to appreciate the relevant U.S. tax obligations. Unfortunately, due to the disparate treatment of ...