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How to claim life insurance death benefit?

Claiming a life insurance death benefit can be a difficult process, especially during a time of grief. However, it is important to know the steps to take in order to claim the death benefit and ensure that the process goes as smoothly as possible. Here are the general steps to follow when claiming a life […]

When to file 1099 and who needs to file?

End of the Tax Year and it is important to initiate the process of issuing 1099s by accounting for all non-employee compensation and misc. expenses paid. If you are paying any individual more than $600 , you would need to issue a 1099 by end of January 31st. What are the most common payments that require a 1099 to […]

Filing Tax – The Best Guide: DIY or Hire a professional?

First, many NRIs do taxes on their own using tools available like Turbo Tax for filing tax. If the income is straightforward like W2, easy-to-use tools like Turbo Tax can help file the taxes. If you have a home mortgage, capital gains, business, special needs, other 1099 income, etc., then, we recommend hiring a professional […]

2022 Income Tax Brackets

2022 Federal Income Tax Brackets and Rates In 2022, the income limits for all tax brackets and all filers will be adjusted for inflation and will be as follows (Table 1). There are seven federal income tax rates in 2022: 10 percent, 12 percent, 22 percent, 24 percent, 32 percent, 35 percent, and 37 percent. The top marginal income tax rate of 37 […]

Can People of Indian origin (a.k.a. NRIs) can take Social Security Benefits in India?

The Social Security Administration (SSA) allows U.S. citizens to receive benefits even if they live in certain countries. You have the right to continue receiving your Social Security benefits in India for as long as you are eligible under your own earnings or are a dependent/survivor. Who is eligible to get Social Security Benefits: You […]

College Savings for your Kids as an NRI

Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) are part of the highest-earning ethnicity in America. Most NRI families are worried about kids’ college education and save much of their household income for their children’s college education during their prime years of earning. Additionally, since the income range of NRIs is higher, we often believe that it’s impossible to get […]

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