TAGLine for Week 32 of 2011

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1. TIAG FALL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE: REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

The TIAG Fall International Conference is October 24-26, 2011 at the Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. TIAG conferences feature talented speakers, excellent networking opportunities, and “magical” tours and evening events. We have a great conference planned for Rio, and hope you can attend. Click here for conference details and to register.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT*: Register by September 9, 2011 and save $100 and guarantee your listing as an attendee in the official conference program!

BOOK YOUR HOTEL ROOMS & FLIGHTS EARLY: We highly recommend that you book your hotel rooms and flights early! TIAG's discount rate on hotel rooms expires after August 12, 2011. Click here for conference hotel information.

SESSION SPOTLIGHT: “Brazil: The New Big Economy”

U.S. Ambassador Patrick Duddy; former U.S. Ambassador of Venezuela; former U.S. Chargé d'Affaires, U.S. Embassy, Brasilia; former U.S. Consul General in São Paulo
Brazil's economy outweighs that of all other South American countries, and the country is expanding its presence in world markets. It was one of the first emerging markets to recover from the 2009 recession and its strong growth and high interest rates make it an attractive destination for foreign investors. Large capital inflows over the past year have contributed to the rapid appreciation of its currency and led the government to raise taxes on some foreign investments. Ambassador Duddy, with his extensive experience in Brazil and the Latin American region will discuss Brazil's current and future role in the World economy. Click here for a detailed conference agenda to view other sessions. 

*The early bird conference registration discount expires on September 9, 2011. After September 9, 2011, the registration cost increases, and we cannot guarantee that your information will appear in the conference program.

2. QUARTERLY REPORT CORRECTION

Thank you to ACT Partners (Malaysia) for noticing in our recent Quarterly Report that we identified them as a new member rather than Audit Tax Consulting, k.s. (Slovokia) (ATC).

3. DOING BUSINESS GUIDES

TIAG and TAGLaw Doing Business Guides contain valuable information for individuals and companies conducting business in different markets throughout the world. We continue to receive these helpful Guides from TIAG and TAGLaw member firms and encourage you to submit one for your jurisdiction. The collection of Guides is located in the public News & Resources sections of the TIAG and TAGLaw websites, providing easy access for members, clients and prospective clients. The latest addition is an updated Doing Business Guide for the United Kingdom, submitted by TIAG member Mercer & Hole. 

4. MARKETING AND BRANDING OPPORTUNITY 

TIAG is currently working with Corporate INTL, a leading corporate finance publication, in creating a focus piece for their upcoming edition, profiling TIAG’s global reach and the services our members can provide to businesses with international aspirations. Click here to learn about how your firm can take advantage of this valuable offer. 

5. EXCLUSIVE TIAG DISCOUNT ON UPCOMING CCH SEMINARS

TIAG and TAG Academy have joined with CCH to bring you a 20% discount exclusively for TIAG members on several CCH seminars. We hope you will consider these offerings and pass them along to members of your firm. 

Planning with Intentionally Defective Grantor Trusts 

Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Learn About Defective Grantor Trusts and How They Can Benefit Your Clients
This two-hour CPE webinar provides a practical and useful examination of the popular estate planning technique known as an "Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust" (IDGT). Presented by noted estate planner, author and educator, Steven G. Siegel, J.D., LL.M., this insightful program discusses how such a trust works, how it is created, and the planning situations where it is best used.  Siegel, an outstanding speaker and presenter, will provide practical explanations and helpful tips on this important topic, so you can advise your clients with confidence.  Course materials will include a comprehensive and detailed outline on the subject prepared by Mr. Siegel. Click here for more information and to access the TIAG Online Registration Form (exclusive 20% discount).

Schedule M-3 Reporting: Advanced Topics 

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Learn about Advanced Schedule M-3 Reporting and Compliance Issues for Corporations

Now is the time to expand your understanding of Schedule M-3 reporting and the impact that recent IRS disclosure requirements will have on large corporate filers.  Presented by Cherie Hennig, Ph.D., CPA, M.B.A., and author of the Practical Guide to Schedule M-3 Compliance (Second Edition) treatise published by CCH and numerous articles on Schedule M-3 compliance which have appeared in The Tax Advisor, Tax Notes , Taxes-The Tax Magazine, and NATP TaxPro Journal, this two-hour CPE webinar will examine advanced concepts and issues surrounding Schedule M-3 compliance. Click here for more information and to access the TIAG Online Registration Form (exclusive 20% discount).

Understanding Foreign Subsidiaries and Completing Form 5471

Thursday, August 11, 2011
Learn about Foreign Subsidiaries and What You Need to Know to Complete Form 5471

Presented by former IRS attorney and noted international tax advisor, author and presenter, Robert J. Misey, Jr., J.D., LL.M., M.B.A., this practical two-hour CPE webinar will help you understand the principles of U.S. taxation with respect to foreign corporations and the rules with respect to the filing of Form 5471.  Misey, author of the treatise, U.S. Taxation of International Transactions published by CCH, will provide a helpful review of the rigorous filing obligations for U.S. persons with ownership interests in foreign corporations. Click here for more information and to access the TIAG Online Registration Form (exclusive 20% discount).

IFRS for Tax Professionals: What Tax Practitioners Need to Know About International Financial Reporting Standards - and Why
Wednesday, August 17, 2011 

Learn the Basics of IFRS and Why It Is Important for Tax Practitioners

You're a tax professional - not a finance guy, accountant or auditor, right?  So why should you care about the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)?  Join IFRS expert, consultant and instructor, Cecil Nazareth, CPA, M.B.A., ACA in a timely and informative two-hour CPE webinar that will help tax staff understand the foundational concepts of the IFRS, how it differs from U.S. GAAP, and how it can affect tax professionals and the work they do. Click here for more information and to access the TIAG Online Registration Form (exclusive 20% discount).

Calendar of Discounted Events for TIAG Members

Click here to view a calendar of CCH seminar programs that are available with the exclusive TIAG member discount.

6. TIAG LINKEDIN GROUPS

By joining the TIAG LinkedIn groups you can connect with other TIAG members and grow the profile of your firm within the network. Join now by clicking the names of the groups below.

- TIAG Members Group

- TAG Tax Specialty Group

Circulate these LinkedIn groups within your firm to increase the strength and awareness of the TIAG network.

7. FOLLOW TIAG ON TWITTER

Do you or your firm use Twitter? Follow TIAG on Twitter @TIAGnet!

Click here for a growing list of firm’s who are currently using Twitter. 

If you would like to know more about how to use Twitter to broaden your firm’s online presence and increase your website’s traffic, contact Chris Cervellera at ccervellera@tiagnet.com. 

8. SPECIALTY GROUP POSTINGS

Click here for more information on Specialty Groups. We have created a mailbox exclusively for your news, articles and newsletters. Please add marketing@tiagnet.com to your news distribution list.

Tax

- U.S. Congress Approved Debt Ceiling Bill; New Joint Committee to Weigh Year-End Tax Legislation; CCH 

Regards,

The TIAG Team