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 […]
10/05/2025
Living and running a business abroad offers exciting opportunities, but it also brings unique challenges – especially when it comes to taxes. Understanding potential tax savings for business owners can be a game-changer, allowing American expats to reduce their U.S. tax burden by making smart financial decisions. Optimizing your salary is one of the most […]
11/17/2025
Did you know you and your dependents can expand your knowledge and gain job skills while reducing your tax bill? The IRS offers a couple of different continuing education tax benefits, which can help offset higher education expenses by decreasing your tax burden. In many cases, even Americans attending an educational institution abroad are eligible […]
10/05/2025
Many expats assume moving abroad means they don’t have to file state taxes. Unfortunately, it’s not always that simple. New York is one of several states that make it difficult for former residents to sever tax obligations. If you lived in New York before moving overseas — or you maintain certain ties there — you […]
11/17/2025
If you’re looking for a country with stunning beaches, rich history, a lower cost of living, and healthy, delicious cuisine, you can’t go wrong with Cyprus. This Mediterranean island nation has long flown under the radar, but its reputation as an expat hotspot is on the rise. Of course, before moving there, it’s important to […]
10/05/2025
In recent years, Portugal and Spain have become popular retirement destinations. It’s easy to see why — both countries boast rich cultures, natural beauty, great weather, and dedicated retirement visas. But when it comes to deciding on Spain or Portugal for retirement, which option should US expats choose as their home country? To help you […]
11/17/2025
Starting a business overseas may seem daunting — but it can bring major benefits. For high-earning, self-employed American expats in particular, registering a US-based C corporation and a Controlled Foreign Corporation (CFC) can lead to major savings on their US tax bill. Before you rush to file your articles of incorporation, though, you’ll want to […]
11/17/2025
These 11 strategies can help you legally minimize your US tax liability, take advantage of foreign tax credits, and make the most of available deductions and exclusions.
10/05/2025
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 […]
10/05/2025
These 11 strategies can help you legally minimize your US tax liability, take advantage of foreign tax credits, and make the most of available deductions and exclusions.