The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently announced a major change in the rules for applying for foreign trademark registration in the country. The change establishes that all foreign trademark applicants must be represented by a US licensed […]
Registering the name, colors and images of your company is an important step to protect it, especially if you have plans to explore the international market. This measure has just gained a push from the Brazilain government: with the country’s accession to the Madrid Protocol, the trademark […]
If you are a member of a partnership or limited liability company and you fill out Form 1065 (Partnership Income Tax Return) annually, you must designate an individual or company to answer for the company in the United States. The […]
The US government shutdown began on December 22, 2018 and shows no signs that it is nearing its end. With the deadlines for submitting important forms to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) approaching, doubts about tax obligations, tax returns and […]
What is the new revenue recognition standard The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued in 2014 , by means of the ASC 606 Revenue from Contract with Customers, a few norms and standards related to revenue recognition in accordance with […]
We are nearing the end of the fiscal year. In order for you and your company to keep up with your taxes in the United States, we have listed some of the most important ancillary obligations that need to be […]
US companies hiring labor and services in the United States must submit reports and forms to the US government in the early days of each new fiscal year. Forms W-2, W-8, W-9 and 1099 are essential documents to keep up with […]
Companies registered in the United States must submit their Annual Report to maintain their registry active and to update the company’s data, avoiding fines and more severe penalties. The report must be submitted to the state government where the company is registered. In […]
The Internal Revenue Service has issued proposals to regulate a new provision that allows owners of sole proprietorships, partnerships, trusts and S-corporations to deduct 20% of their qualified business income. Keep in mind that this is not an automatic deduction, […]
North American subsidiaries of Brazilian companies should be aware of the tax obligations imposed by the United States Treasury. Unlike Brazil, in addition to the Corporate Income Tax, companies operating in Uncle Sam’s land also must meet other tax burdens […]