When international students are shopping for a student loan, they will find that most loans to attend school in the US require a US-based cosigner. What are your options if you don't have one?

Becoming a U.S. permanent resident or naturalized citizen is a lengthy and expensive process. What's the best way to plan for the costs?

Many people find gambling to be great entertainment. You may have also noticed an enticing lottery jackpot and wish to join in on the fun. However, you may wonder if you are allowed to play the lottery or gamble while you are on a visa in the US?

If you just graduated from a US college or graduate school as an international student, you may be starting to explore making payments on your student loans. In some cases, you may find that your payments are quite high or you may wonder if you can switch to a lower interest rate. International students are eligible to refinance their student loans under certain circumstances.

Even if you are a temporary worker in the US, you can buy a home. When does buying a home make sense when you're on an H-1B visa?

If you have a job at a company that offers incentive stock options (ISOs), you may be excited and curious about how to understand, exercise, and benefit from them.

If you just received an offer letter for a job in the United States, you’re probably very excited! It can be tempting to sign right away. However, whether it’s your first job offer you’ve received in the US or your fifth, it’s important to go over an offer letter carefully.

Is it possible to sell property in India if you're a Non Resident Indian (NRI) living in the US? The answer is yes but the process can be cumbersome.

Are you a foreigner looking to buy a home in the United States? If yes, the good news is that anyone can buy a home in the US regardless of citizenship. But there are some key differences you should be aware of.

All immigrants face a common barrier: a lack of US credit history. Here's a guide to building your credit score.

Is your employer offering restricted stock units as part of their compensation package? When it comes time to apply for a mortgage for a home purchase, one logical question is: do my RSUs count as part of my income?

While there are benefits of holding the EB-5 visa, it comes with major tax consequences that catch some people by surprise. If you’re thinking about applying for the EB-5 visa, make sure you know about the tax implications.

Did you just receive your first paycheck as an immigrant in the US? If yes, your first American pay stub might look confusing to you. To help you get to know your pay stub and understand all the different deductions and words, here’s a guide.

On the surface, dual citizenship is a wonderful benefit. Dual citizenship is a benefit for most people, but it can also have financial consequences.

At one point, you might need to send funds to a friend or family member who is in another part of the world. You have several choices if you’re planning to send money abroad. Prices, convenience, and speed can vary greatly. We’ve distilled the Top 5 options for sending money abroad.

Applicants for permanent residence in the United States must show that they won’t be dependent on public resources in order to qualify for a green card. Do you know about the recent changes?

If you earn taxable income in the United States and abroad during the same year, your taxes can be complicated. When you have financial dealings in another country, you may be liable for paying income tax not just in the United States, but also to that foreign country. You may be eligible for the Foreign Tax Credit.

Here are 10 common tax-filing mistakes encountered by immigrants. As you prepare for tax season, take care to make sure you’ve avoided them!

Before heading to the airport, make sure you’ve met the requirements for entering or reentering the United States. This includes traveling with large amounts of money. Here’s what you need to know about bringing money into the USA on a plane.

In general, it is not advisable to withdraw money early from your 401K. Some of our clients ask us if they should take an early distribution from their 401K when they move back to their home countries. The answer is still usually no because there are penalties and tax consequences of doing so. You can leave your 401K right where it is and benefit from it in retirement, wherever you are living in the world. However, in some cases, especially financial hardship or early retirement, an early withdrawal (or distribution) from your 401K may serve as a viable strategy.