In January 2021, Sonja deposited $20,000 in a bank in the Bahamas. She earned $500 interest income.

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In January 2021, Sonja deposited $20,000 in a bank in the Bahamas. She earned $500 interest income. She closed the account in December 2021. 

a. Is Sonja subject to the FBAR reporting requirement? Explain. 

b. Is the interest income taxable in the United States? Explain.

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South-Western Federal Taxation 2022 Individual Income Taxes

ISBN: 9780357519073

45th Edition

Authors: James C. Young, Annette Nellen, William A. Raabe, Mark Persellin, William H. Hoffman

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