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Taxes. Know before you go.

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The rapid growth of remote working allows people to explore far off lands and cultures without taking time off work, and it can also offer an opportunity to save money. Understanding tax implications is extremely important, not just from the financial implications, but legal as well.

Each country has different rules and tax rates to be aware of.  For example, a higher tax rate in one of the desirable European cities may be worth trading for a no-tax island in the Caribbean, depending on your circumstances. There is a lot to know. For example, US citizens may be required to file a Foreign Bank Account Report with their tax return. Whatever your situation, it is always best to know before you go.

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  • by Katelynn Minott, CPA & CEO
    The Windfall Elimination Provision has been repealed, removing WEP reductions from Social Security benefits for January 2024 onward. If a foreign pension or other non-covered pension previously reduced your benefit, you could be entitled to higher payments and a retroactive adjustment. At Bright!Tax, we help Americans abroad understand how those payments fit into their retirement […]
  • by Katelynn Minott, CPA & CEO
    U.S. parents living abroad can claim the Child Tax Credit if they meet the eligibility rules, with up to $2,200 available per qualifying child for 2026. But qualifying for the credit doesn’t guarantee a refund—and filing Form 2555 to claim the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion prevents you from claiming its refundable portion. At Bright!Tax, we […]
  • by Katelynn Minott, CPA & CEO
    Moving abroad doesn’t automatically end your U.S. tax obligations. U.S. citizens and resident aliens still have to report worldwide income when they meet the filing requirements, even if they earn everything overseas and pay tax there. At Bright!Tax, we help Americans abroad work through these rules every day. These 14 tips from our expat tax […]
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