I missed Form 5472 last year — how do I avoid the $25,000 penalty?
I formed my foreign-owned US LLC in 2024 but never filed Form 5472 for the 2024 tax year. I just learned this exists and I'm panicking about the $25,000 penalty. I haven't received any notice from the IRS yet. What's the best path forward to minimize exposure?
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