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Old 09-20-2012, 03:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Barefoot View Post
I assume you file a "Closer Connection Form" with the USA IRS every year. On that form they specifically ask about income earned in the US. It is one way they determine your resident alien status.
I'm not sure in this particular instance but also check out the difference between 'earned income' and 'investment income' or other types. The way it's categorized may affect how or whether it has to be reported. An accountant that specializes in IRS is probably necessary to be sure.
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