Attribution & Sources

Complete transparency in our sources, research methodology, and content verification process

Content Verification Promise

✓ Original Research: All content is originally researched and compiled by our team

✓ Official Sources Only: Tax information is sourced exclusively from government agencies

✓ Proper Attribution: All references are properly cited with access dates

✓ No Plagiarism: Content is original interpretation and summary of official sources

✓ Regular Updates: Sources are reviewed and updated regularly for accuracy

Research Methodology

Official Sources Only

We exclusively use primary sources from government agencies, tax authorities, and official legal documentation.

• IRS publications and regulations (US)
• HMRC guidance and statutory instruments (UK)
• CRA tax folios and circulars (Canada)
• ATO taxation rulings and legislation (Australia)
• Official embassy and immigration websites

Content Creation Process

Our content creation follows strict academic and legal standards for accuracy and attribution.

1. Research official government sources
2. Cross-reference multiple authoritative sources
3. Summarize and interpret in plain language
4. Cite all sources with proper attribution
5. Regular review and updates

Citation System

References vs Citations

You may notice that some country pages list more references than are cited with [1][2][3] numbers in the content. This is intentional and follows professional academic standards:

Why More References Than Citations?

• Legal Foundation: Some references provide legal authority without direct quotes
• Comprehensive Coverage: All relevant sources documented for completeness
• User Research: Additional sources available for deeper investigation
• Professional Standards: Academic-level referencing shows thorough research

Citation Examples

• Cited [1]: "Statutory Residence Test [1] determines UK tax residency"
• Foundation Reference: Income Tax Act 2007 (legal basis, not quoted)
• Both Valid: Shows complete research and transparent sourcing

This approach: Provides legal protection, demonstrates thoroughness, and allows users to access all relevant sources for their specific situations.

Primary Sources by Country

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United States

Tax Authority Sources

Legal References

• Internal Revenue Code § 911 (FEIE)
• Bank Secrecy Act (31 USC 5314)
• FATCA regulations (IRC § 6038D)

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United Kingdom

Tax Authority Sources

Legal References

• Finance Act 2013, Schedule 45 (SRT)
• Income Tax Act 2007
• Taxation of Capital Gains Act 1992

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Canada

Tax Authority Sources

Legal References

• Income Tax Act § 250 (Residency)
• Income Tax Act § 128.1 (Departure Tax)

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Australia

Tax Authority Sources

Legal References

• Income Tax Assessment Act 1936 § 6
• Income Tax Assessment Act 1997

Content Standards & Ethics

Plagiarism Prevention

We maintain strict anti-plagiarism standards and ensure all content is original:

• All content is originally written and researched
• Direct quotes from official sources are properly attributed
• Paraphrasing maintains the original meaning while using our own language
• No copying from third-party websites or publications
• Regular content audits to ensure compliance

Attribution Requirements

Every piece of tax information includes:

• Direct links to official government sources
• Proper citation format with access dates
• References to specific legal sections or publications
• Clear disclaimers about information currency

Update Process

Information is regularly reviewed and updated:

• Monthly review of all tax deadlines and requirements
• Immediate updates when official sources change
• Annual comprehensive audit of all content
• User feedback integration for accuracy improvements

Attribution Questions?

If you have questions about our sources, attribution, or would like to verify any information, please contact us with specific references.

We are committed to transparency and will provide detailed source documentation upon request.