Form 1065 Filing Guide for Partnerships
Form 1065 is the information return partnerships file so profits and losses pass through to each partner via Schedule K-1. Deadlines and common mistakes.
LedgersCFO Blog: US-India Startup Finance, Tax and Compliance
Practical US-India startup guides covering finance, tax filings, bookkeeping and cross-border compliance.
Form 1040 Explained: Complete Guide
Form 1040 is the standard US individual tax return, due April 15 with four main versions. Who files each one, what it covers, and common mistakes to avoid.
Tax Residency Certificate for NRIs
Learn how NRIs get a Tax Residency Certificate from the IRS using Form 8802, the $85 to $185 fee, and how to claim DTAA benefits.
Form 8832: A Guide to Tax Classification
Form 8832 lets eligible businesses elect how the IRS taxes them: as a corporation, partnership, or disregarded entity. Who qualifies and how to file.
Form 7004: Tax Extension Guide
Form 7004 grants an automatic six-month filing extension for businesses, but it does not extend the time to pay. Who qualifies and how to file it.
How to File US Taxes from India
Filing US taxes from India means understanding IRS thresholds, DTAA treaty relief, and forms like 1040-NR, 1120, and 5472. Who must file and how it works.
US Tax Consultants in Bangalore by LedgersCFO
Learn how US tax consultants in Bangalore help Indian entrepreneurs file Form 5472 and Form 1120 and avoid costly penalties.
US Tax Returns for Indian Businesses
Learn which US tax return form to file as an Indian-owned business, key filing steps, deadlines, and common mistakes to avoid.
Cross-Border Tax for Indian Founders
Cross-border tax consultants help Indian founders navigate U.S. and Indian filings, the India-U.S. treaty, and Form 5472 compliance without double taxation.
US Tax Consulting for Indian Founders
Learn how US tax consulting services help Indian founders file Form 5472, plan cross-border taxes, and avoid IRS penalties.
Virtual CFO Services in India
Learn what virtual CFO services in India include, when startups should hire one, and how they cost less than a full-time CFO.
Opening a US Business Bank Account
Learn the documents your bank will require, like your EIN letter and formation papers, to open a US business bank account for your startup.
Smart SaaS Accounting Basics
Learn how SaaS accounting differs from traditional bookkeeping, including revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and common founder mistakes.
Revenue Recognition Made Simple
Learn the ASC 606 five-step revenue recognition process, how deferred revenue works, and why timing income correctly matters.
Best Accounting Software for Consultants
QuickBooks, FreshBooks, Xero, Zoho Books, and Sage compared for consultants. What to look for, how to choose, and how each pick fits your workflow.
Form 5472 Explained for Indian Founders
Form 5472 applies once foreign ownership of a US LLC or corporation crosses 25%, and missing it starts at a $25,000 penalty per form, per year.
Tax Implications of Owning a CFC
Learn the key US tax rules for owning a controlled foreign corporation, including Subpart F income, GILTI, and Form 5471 reporting.
Section 174: IRS Rules for Indian-Owned Firms
Section 174A now lets Indian-owned US companies expense domestic R&D immediately again, while R&D done in India still amortizes over 15 years.
Delaware Franchise Tax Mistakes to Avoid
Ten avoidable Delaware franchise tax mistakes, from wrong share counts to missed deadlines, and how each one drives up cost or risks your good standing.
Calculate & File Your Delaware Franchise Tax
Two calculation methods, one flat $200 late penalty, and a March 1 deadline. A step-by-step walkthrough for calculating and filing Delaware franchise tax.