A Floating Rate Can Be Expensive Because It Requires That

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A floating rate can be expensive because it requires that a country keep large amounts of foreign currency on hand; usually a low-return investment.

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Foreign Income Taxes

Taxes imposed by a foreign government on income earned within its jurisdiction by non-resident individuals or entities.

U.S. Tax Liability

The total amount of tax owed to the United States government by an individual or entity for a given tax year.

Total Income

The sum of all wages, salaries, profits, interest payments, rents, and other forms of earnings, before any deductions or taxes.

Adoption Credit

A tax credit offered to offset the expenses incurred in the process of legally adopting a child.