This LIVE webinar is on May 15th 10am - 12pm EST.
Webinar Description:
In an increasingly global economy, tax compliance has become both more critical and more complex. This 2-hour IRS-approved webinar on May 15th, 2025 at 10am will guide you through the core principles of the international tax system, including how income is sourced across borders, how different jurisdictions approach taxation, and which U.S. forms are essential for reporting foreign income, assets, and activities.
We’ll also explore recent and anticipated changes that are reshaping the international tax landscape- from evolving reporting thresholds to global information-sharing initiatives. Whether you're advising clients with foreign investments or managing international operations yourself, this webinar will provide the clarity and confidence you need to stay compliant and ahead of the curve. This course counts for 2 Hours of Federal Tax Law for IRS Continuing Education.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Explain the general U.S. rules for sourcing income and how they interact with foreign tax systems.
- Identify the most commonly used international tax forms (e.g., Forms 1116, 2555, 5471, 8938) and their filing triggers.
- Distinguish between different types of foreign income and asset reporting requirements for individuals and entities.
- Recognize recent developments in global tax compliance, including expanded reporting obligations and enforcement trends.
- Apply practical strategies to maintain compliance and reduce risk in a shifting global tax environment.
This course counts for 2 Hours of Federal Tax Law for IRS Continuing Education.
About The Presenter:
Crystal Stranger holds a Juris Doctor of Law degree, is an Enrolled Agent (EA), EOS Integrator, and professional Senior Tax Director and CEO of OpticTax.com. With over 20 years of finance, accounting, and leadership experience, she enjoys helping startups stay focused on the big picture objective while maintaining an eye on the details and performing realistic risk assessments. She is a frequent webinar presenter and speaker for professional organizations and a resource for publications ranging from the New York Times to Money Magazine.
