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Penalties, Interest, and Immigration Consequences of Tax Noncompliance

New U.S. enforcement priorities link tax behavior directly to immigration outcomes. Failing to file or pay taxes accurately can now…

Do Americans Pay Federal, State, and Local Taxes? A Layered Overview

The U.S. tax system consists of federal, state, and local layers. Responsibility depends on where you live and work. While…

U.S. Employment and Self-Employment Taxes for Immigrants: 2026 Update

Self-employed immigrants must navigate U.S. tax deadlines for 2026, with the first estimated payment due April 15, 2027. A 15.3%…

U.S. Tax Residency vs Citizenship: What Truly Determines Your Taxes

The IRS taxes individuals based on their status as tax residents or nonresident aliens. Residency is triggered by time spent…

Do California and New York Residents Pay Higher Taxes?

The tax gap between states like California and Texas stems from state-level policy choices. High-tax states use progressive income taxes…

H-1B FY 2027: Wage-Based Lottery Replaces Old System for Cap

USCIS is replacing the random H-1B lottery with a wage-weighted system for FY 2027, starting February 2026. Higher wage levels…

Indian Undergraduates in the U.S.: Trends and Visa Hurdles

A 14% decline in Indian undergraduate applications marks a turning point for U.S. colleges. Driven by visa delays and high…

Apple H-1B Salary Ranges by Role: Engineers to Designers

Starting February 2026, USCIS will implement a wage-weighted selection system for H-1B visas. This favors higher-paid roles and requires employers…