Inheriting Korean Assets — Do You Owe US Estate or Gift Tax?
You inherited money or property in Korea. Here’s what US estate tax actually applies to your Korean inheritance, and the Form 3520 filing most heirs miss.
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W-2 vs 1099 Contractor — Actual Take-Home Pay Difference Calculated
W-2 vs 1099 take-home pay compared with real numbers: $150K employee vs $180K contractor. See which pays more after all taxes and deductions.
Is a Credit Card Bonus Taxable? Your First (Dual-Status) Tax Year Changes the Answer
Is a credit card bonus taxable? The core IRS rule, plus how dual-status filing and your credit file timeline change the answer your first year.
Streamlined Filing for a Missed FBAR — How to Fix Years of Unfiled Foreign Account Reports Without Criminal Risk
Missed years of FBAR filings on a Korean account? Streamlined filing for FBAR can fix the past without triggering criminal exposure.
When Your Company Pays Green Card Fees — Why That Is Taxable Income
Employer-paid green card fees are taxable income on your W-2. Here’s why it happens, what to expect, and how to budget for the tax bill.
Remote Work for a Korean Company While Living in California — Do You Pay CA Tax?
California remote work for a Korean company? The CA FTB may still tax your Korean paycheck. Learn the source-income rules, filing steps, and penalties.
PayPal or Venmo Side Income on a Visa — The Question That Comes Before the 1099-K Threshold
On a visa and getting paid through PayPal or Venmo? The 1099-K threshold isn’t your first question — whether your status lets you earn that money at all is.
Korean Parents Wired You Money for a Down Payment — Here’s What the IRS Actually Wants From You
Got a gift from Korean parents for a US home down payment? No income tax owed, but Form 3520 may be required. Here’s the real rule explained.
The 14-Day Rule: How to Earn Tax-Free Airbnb Income the IRS Already Approved
The 14-day rule lets you rent your home tax-free per year under IRC Section 280A(g) — explained for Korean-American homeowners using Airbnb.
RSU Double Taxation: The Cost-Basis Mistake vs. the Real Thing for Samsung and LG RSUs
RSU double taxation is usually a cost-basis mistake — but Samsung, LG, or Hyundai RSUs can trigger real double taxation. Here’s the fix, with numbers.