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by Cwiggin
Wed Apr 24, 2019 2:13 am
Forum: Canada / United States Tax & Accounting
Topic: California Double Tax on Canada (Even with tax treaty)
Replies: 2
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California Double Tax on Canada (Even with tax treaty)

I've enquired with several CPA's who've mentioned that there is no way to avoid California double taxing my foreign income.

I make all my money in Canada on a 2week in and out rotation. I fly home to California on days off. I've paid all applicable taxes to Canada this year which is a departing ...
by Cwiggin
Mon Apr 22, 2019 11:10 pm
Forum: Canada / United States Tax & Accounting
Topic: Tax Recommendations - Living in California, Commuting to work in Canada
Replies: 9
Views: 4791

Re: Tax Recommendations - Living in California, Commuting to work in Canada

No my wife is an American Citizen and has only ever worked in the USA.

Yes I've ensured to not claim spousal benefits on the Canadian return.
by Cwiggin
Mon Apr 22, 2019 1:17 pm
Forum: Canada / United States Tax & Accounting
Topic: Tax Recommendations - Living in California, Commuting to work in Canada
Replies: 9
Views: 4791

Re: Tax Recommendations - Living in California, Commuting to work in Canada

Thanks Nelson, I have a California Drivers License, SSN so we’re good there. US Bank Accounts and credit building already with new vehicle.

For my US return I did understand the full year joint return and thank you for re-affirming.

For the World income up to departure date from Canada on the ...
by Cwiggin
Mon Apr 22, 2019 6:20 am
Forum: Canada / United States Tax & Accounting
Topic: Tax Recommendations - Living in California, Commuting to work in Canada
Replies: 9
Views: 4791

Re: Tax Recommendations - Living in California, Commuting to work in Canada

I would say I'm a non-resident however because of bank accounts/work/previous history I would assume CRA may look at me as a Resident for tax purposes.
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I was born a Canadian Citizen and recently immigrated but still maintain my job. All my blood relatives live in Canada. I don't see them ...
by Cwiggin
Sat Apr 20, 2019 10:55 pm
Forum: Canada / United States Tax & Accounting
Topic: Tax Recommendations - Living in California, Commuting to work in Canada
Replies: 9
Views: 4791

Tax Recommendations - Living in California, Commuting to work in Canada

To start off I filed for an extension with my wife this year since my tax situation this year is a bit more complicated than I'm used to.



I'm looking for a recommended tax accountant who is well versed with large foreign income as both Non-Resident and Resident Alien filings with residency in ...