25. How to get into IRS Tax Compliance – The Streamlined Procedures | Ask An Expert with Chris McLemore

We're The Brits In America

The US taxation system is unique, complex and significantly different from the UK’s. It demands proactive compliance due to its stringent reporting requirements and severe penalties for failing to do so.

There’s a lot of noise in this space and a million different situations you could find yourselves in – that’s why it’s important to seek out cross-border tax experts for their niche advice.

This week, Richard Taylor is joined by Chris McLemore, Partner at McLemore Konschnik, a London based boutique law firm of US lawyers specializing in tax, trust and estate planning advice for US citizens and green card holders and their businesses, whether based in the UK or internationally.

They chat about the complex world of US tax compliance, particularly for British expatriates, and use their extensive knowledge to discuss why it's so crucial for expats to stay compliant with US tax laws, the common pitfalls they face, and the solutions available to them.

Expect to gain knowledge on navigating streamlined procedures, the difference between wilful and non-wilful compliance and the potential penalties for failing to report foreign income and assets – if you’re a Brit living in America, this episode is packed full of essential information you simply can’t afford to miss.

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