Act 60 Shield

Defend Your Bona Fide Residency Against IRS Scrutiny

The IRS is actively targeting Act 60 decree holders with Campaign 685, and the bona fide residency test is their primary weapon. Act60Shield is built for those who take compliance seriously. We help you proactively build a defensible residency file to protect your decree from audits and challenges.

Defend Your Bona Fide Residency Against IRS Scrutiny

The IRS Is Watching: Fortifying Your Bona Fide Residency Claim

Under the new IRS campaign, simply claiming to be a resident of Puerto Rico is not enough. You must be prepared to prove it. The three-part bona fide residency test is the battleground. Act60Shield helps you fortify your position by meticulously documenting your compliance with the Presence, Tax Home, and Closer Connection tests. We operate on the principle of preparing for the worst-case scenario, ensuring every aspect of your residency is documented and defensible. In a market where most decree holders find help through word-of-mouth, our systematic approach provides an institutional-grade defense.

The Presence Test: Building an Unbreakable Timeline

An IRS auditor will scrutinize your travel records, looking for any inconsistency that could invalidate your residency claim. Act60Shield helps you construct a bulletproof timeline of your presence in Puerto Rico. We go beyond the 183-day count, documenting the purpose and nature of your travel to counter any suggestion that your time on the island is incidental. This proactive documentation is designed to preemptively answer the questions an auditor would ask, turning a potential vulnerability into a source of strength.

Tax Home and Closer Connection: Your Defensive Dossier

The subjective nature of the Tax Home and Closer Connection tests makes them fertile ground for IRS challenges. Act60Shield helps you build a defensive dossier that leaves no room for doubt. We guide you in consolidating proof of your Puerto Rico tax home and documenting the myriad personal and economic ties that bind you to the island. From bank accounts to social club memberships, we help you weave a narrative of residency so compelling it can deter an audit before it even begins. This is not just a review; it's the construction of a shield to protect your assets and your decree.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is IRS Campaign 685?

IRS Campaign 685 is a targeted enforcement action aimed at individuals who have claimed tax benefits under Act 60 without meeting the strict residency and source income rules. The bona fide residency test is a primary focus of these audits.

How does Act60Shield help me prepare for an audit?

Act60Shield helps you proactively assemble the documentation and evidence needed to defend your bona fide residency claim. We help you build a comprehensive file that demonstrates your compliance with all three parts of the test, making it much harder for the IRS to challenge your status.

Can Act60Shield guarantee I won't be audited?

No service can guarantee you won't be audited. However, by helping you build a robust and well-documented residency file, Act60Shield is designed to significantly strengthen your position and may help deter an audit. Our service is built to help you prepare a strong defense if you are selected for examination.

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