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Aniruddha’s Leap: H-1B Limits vs B-1 Freedom for a Global Entrepreneur

An Indian entrepreneur left an H-1B after nine years for a B-1 visa, gaining travel flexibility and remote business control…

2025 U.S. Work Authorization: $100,000 H-1B Fee and Reforms

DHS and USCIS 2025 policies include a $100,000 H-1B Entry Fee for overseas petitions, wage-focused H-1B selection, and proposed four-year…

Top 10 U.S. Visa Mistakes and Clear Fixes to Avoid Delays

Top visa denial causes are incorrect DS-160/DS-260 entries, fraudulent documents, weak ties, poor financial proof, and bad interviews. Consistency across…

Understanding IRS Refund Claims: Deadlines, Extensions, and 1040-X

Refund claims must be filed by the later of three years from filing or two years from payment. Early returns…

Joint and Several Liability: Relief Options for Married Taxpayers

Filing jointly creates full shared liability. Use Form 8857 for tax understating issues (innocent, separated, equitable relief). Use Form 8379…

Overpayment Decisions: Apply to Next Year or Request a Refund

Overpayments can be applied to next year, refunded, or split; attach Form 8888 to divide refunds or buy up to…

IRS Payment Plans: Short-Term Relief and Installment Options

IRS payment plans include short-term (180 days, no user fee) and long-term installment agreements (monthly payments). Streamlined plans apply up…

Understanding Balance Due, Payment Options, and CNC Status

If total tax exceeds payments, taxpayers owe a balance due by April 15 to avoid penalties. File on time and…