11/17/2025
After years of saving for retirement, if you hold qualified US retirement accounts, you’ll need to take required minimum distributions (RMDs) at some point. While the rules around RMDs and RMD taxation are complex — especially if you live outside of the United States — they’re also essential to understand when retirement planning in order […]
11/17/2025
At tech companies, startups, large publicly traded companies, and many other employers, incentive stock options (ISOs) are a common offering. If you’re a US expat with ISOs, you may stand to benefit financially from them in a significant way — especially if you keep ISO taxation in mind. The way the US taxes ISOs can […]
05/29/2026
At Bright!Tax, we understand that living abroad offers a golden opportunity to broaden one’s horizons, immerse in new cultures, and embrace life-changing experiences. This belief is at the heart of our Bright!Tax Global Scholar initiative, founded in 2016 to support exceptional young students pursuing academic and cultural growth overseas. Since its start nearly 10 years […]
11/17/2025
Americans who earn above a certain threshold — even those living abroad — must file a federal tax return each year. While Americans living within the US must file their return by April 15th, US expats have a June 15 tax deadline. Fortunately, those who need extra time can request an extension. While the time […]
07/04/2026
If you’re looking to spend your golden years in a safe, beautiful, and affordable country, you may want to retire in Argentina. A fascinating blend of South American and European cultures, Argentina has taken off in recent years not only as a vacation destination but also as a place to live. Digging beyond the surface-level […]
05/29/2026
At Bright!Tax, we believe in leveraging our resources to foster a brighter future. Through the Bright!Lights project, we channel our commitment to philanthropy by supporting initiatives that have a profound impact on global well-being, and connect to the values of our team or clients in some way. Bright!Lights is our attempt to create a ripple […]
10/05/2025
Running your own business as an expat is surely fulfilling, but when tax season approaches it can turn you into a bundle of nerves. Especially if you have a special business structure like an S corporation. An S corporation is basically a small business that gets some sweet tax perks. It’s like a regular corporation, […]
07/04/2026
Whether due to professional opportunities, a partner, or a desire to improve their French, many Americans dream of moving to France. Fortunately, there are many ways to move to this beautiful, culturally rich country. As a tax firm dedicated to expats with employees distributed worldwide, we know the intricacies of making a global move. Below, […]
09/27/2026
When tax season rolls around, many expats find themselves wondering: Should I do my own taxes? While it is possible to do taxes by yourself or with the help of tax preparation software, it’s not exactly ideal. The US tax code contains many complexities as is. Factor in expat status, and it gets all the […]
05/29/2026
At Bright!Tax, we believe in leveraging our resources to foster a brighter future. Through our Bright!Lights project, we channel our commitment to philanthropy by supporting initiatives that not only promise innovation but also have a profound impact on global well-being. Each project under Bright!Lights is carefully selected to ensure that our contributions meaningfully advance community […]