Bright!Tax US Expat Tax Blog

Student Loans Overseas: Student Debt Strategies for Expats

US taxpayer living abroad researches how to repay her student loans overseas on a computer.

Embarking on an international adventure and becoming an expat, whether temporarily or permanently, involves saying goodbye to many aspects of your old life. If you’re one of the 43.6 million Americans who currently hold student debt, you’ll likely wonder whether moving abroad also means leaving behind student loans.  There’s a lot to consider when transitioning […]

US Expat Tax Filing for American Freelancers Living Abroad

american freelancers filing taxes from abroad

Millions of Americans living abroad are working as freelancers. Some work mainly for one or more American firms, others freelance for foreign firms or provide services directly to small firms or individuals. Many are settled permanently in one foreign country, others are intending to return to the US after a few years, or they may […]