Does my registered agent need to know about Form 5472?
My registered agent only handles state compliance stuff. Do they need to be involved in my federal tax filing at all? Or is Form 5472 completely separate?
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I'm not using my LLC anymore and the annual filing requirement is a hassle. If I dissolve the LLC, do I still need to file Form 5472 for the final year? What's the process?
Can I file Form 5472 myself or do I absolutely need a CPA?
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Does Stripe count as a reportable transaction on Form 5472?
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I have dual US-Brazilian citizenship. Do I need Form 5472 for my LLC or just Form 1040?
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My accountant charged me $800 for a zero-income Form 5472 filing. Is that normal?
I have a single-member LLC with literally zero transactions. My CPA charged $800 to file Form 5472 + pro forma 1120. That seems really high for what should be a simple return. What do others pay?
What happens if my LLC had only $50 in the bank account the whole year?
My LLC literally only has $50 from the initial deposit. No revenue, no expenses beyond the registered agent fee. Do I still need to file Form 5472 for this?
My LLC had transactions with me personally and with my Hong Kong company. Is one Form 5472 enough?
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My single-member LLC made no money this year. Do I still need to file taxes for it?
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