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Bright!Tax US Expat Tax Services

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Bright!Tax, the go-to cloud-based US tax services firm for Americans living overseas. Named Forbes Top 100 Twitter Tax Accounts.

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🏠 Renting out US property while living abroad? Rental income doesn't qualify for the FEIE. It's fully taxable, and a few common mistakes can cost you. Here's what to know ➡️ hubs.ly/Q04s5lBf0 #USExpats #ExpatTaxes #RentalIncome #BrightTax

Living Abroad With U.S. Rental Income? You’ll Likely Need Schedule E

Own rental property in the US while living overseas? See when Schedule E applies and how it affects your tax return.

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Dreaming of retiring in Italy? The lifestyle is real — but so is the paperwork. Visa, healthcare, a 7% tax regime worth knowing about, and yes, the US still wants its annual return. Here's what to sort out before you go 🍝 hubs.ly/Q04s5m0j0 #USexpats #AmericansinItaly
Retire in Italy: Legal Residency, Tax Rules, and Cost of Living

Retire in Italy: Legal Residency, Tax Rules, and Cost of Living

Planning to retire in Italy? Get a practical overview of legal residency, tax rules, and the cost of living for expats

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Foreign bank account abroad? If the combined balance crossed $10,000 at any point this year — even for a day — you may need to file an FBAR. It's not a tax. It's a disclosure. And missing it is expensive 👉 hubs.ly/Q04rvCXn0 #USExpats #AmericansAbroad #FBAR #ExpatTaxes
FBAR Filing: Who Must Report Foreign Accounts and How

FBAR Filing: Who Must Report Foreign Accounts and How

Your tax return doesn’t cover FBAR filing. Learn which foreign accounts to report, how to file and what to do if you’ve missed the deadline.

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💰If you've ever gone down a rabbit hole trying to figure out your US taxes abroad, this one's for you. Bright!Tax CPA & CEO Katelynn Minott answered real expat tax questions live. Watch the replay 👉 hubs.ly/Q04r7BTK0 #USExpats #ExpatTaxes #ExpatWebinar #BrightTax
Your US Expat Tax Questions, Answered Live with Bright!Tax CPA & CEO Katelynn Minott

Your US Expat Tax Questions, Answered Live with Bright!Tax CPA & CEO Katelynn Minott

US expat tax questions answered by a CPA: FBAR, FATCA, the Foreign ...

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🌍 Wherever life has taken you, the questions follow. What does this mean for my US taxes? Every country has its own rules — we've pulled it all together. Find yours 🗺️ hubs.ly/Q04pWnNr0 #USExpats #AmericansAbroad #ExpatLife #AmericansOverseas #BrightTax
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US taxes abroad: one question, twelve browser tabs, mild headache. 🤓 Join Bright!Tax CPA & CEO Katelynn Minott — free live Q&A on July 15th. Reserve your spot 👉 hubs.ly/Q04pdkNh0 Can't make it? We'll send you the recording. #USexpats #AmericansAbroad #ExpatTaxes
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Self-employed abroad and feeling good about your exclusions? Schedule SE may still have something to say about that. 💻 Here's what it is — and why it surprises so many expats 🤔 hubs.ly/Q04nqCrC0 #USexpats #AmericansAbroad #SelfEmployed #ExpatTaxes #BrightTax
Living Abroad and Self-Employed? When Schedule SE Applies

Living Abroad and Self-Employed? When Schedule SE Applies

U.S. expats with freelance or business income may need Schedule SE. See when it’s required and how self-employment tax is calculated.

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💃 Dreaming of retiring in Spain? The lifestyle is real, but so is the paperwork. Visas, taxes, healthcare, and a few 2026 changes every US retiree needs to know about 😎 hubs.ly/Q04mNcrb0 #RetireAbroad #USexpats #AmericansAbroad #RetireinSpain #BrightTax
Retire in Spain: Legal Residency, Tax Rules, and Cost of Living

Retire in Spain: Legal Residency, Tax Rules, and Cost of Living

Planning to retire in Spain? Get a practical overview of legal residency, tax rules, and the cost of living for expats.

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Self-employed abroad? The Foreign Earned Income Exclusion reduces your income tax, but not your self-employment tax. Knowing the difference (and the right deductions) can change the bill significantly 👉 hubs.ly/Q04lX30-0 #USexpats #ExpatTaxes #AmericansAbroad #BrightTax
Self-Employment Tax Deductions for U.S. Expats: What Can You Write Off?

Self-Employment Tax Deductions for U.S. Expats: What Can You Write Off?

Working for yourself abroad? See which expenses reduce self-employment tax, which only lower income tax and what U.S. expats can write off.

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🌍 Moving abroad doesn't end your US tax obligations — but knowing the rules can reduce your bill significantly, sometimes to zero. 14 expert tips for Americans Abroad ➡️ hubs.ly/Q04lfsM00 #USexpats #ExpatTaxes #TaxTips #BrightTax
U.S. Expat Taxes: 14 Tips From Our Tax Experts

U.S. Expat Taxes: 14 Tips From Our Tax Experts

Our Bright!Tax experts share 14 U.S. expat tax tips, from filing deadlines and foreign account reporting to choosing tax breaks.

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🌴The digital nomad lifestyle is real — but so is the admin. Taxes still follow you, tourist visas don't always cover remote work, and most US health plans don't travel. Here's what to get right before you go ➡️ hubs.ly/Q04kj-l10 #DigitalNomad #USExpats #ExpatTaxes
US Taxes For Expats | Award Winning Blog 1

US Taxes For Expats | Award Winning Blog 1

Americans abroad have to file US taxes, reporting their worldwide income. The Bright!Tax blog is a resource for expats. 1

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🌍 Wander far. File smart. Sleep well. 😊 Because adventures abroad are epic — but tax penalties? Not so much. We’ve got your back, wherever you unpack! ✈️ 👉 hubs.ly/Q04jmhSZ0 #USexpats #AmericansLivingAbroad #AmericansOverseas #BrightTax
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Some stories are best told by the people living them 💚 Thank you Tanner from Our Story to Tell for trusting us — and for capturing it on camera 🎥 👉 hubs.ly/Q04hCBP50 #USExpats #AmericansAbroad #BrightTax
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Missed the tax deadline? Don't panic — but don't ignore it either. ⏳ What happens next depends on whether you owe money or are owed a refund. Both are fixable — if you act sooner rather than later 👉 hubs.ly/Q04gMgnX0 #USExpats #AmericansAbroad #ExpatTaxes #BrightTax
What Happens If You Miss the Tax Deadline? Penalties, Refunds, and Next Steps

What Happens If You Miss the Tax Deadline? Penalties, Refunds, and Next Steps

Missed the tax deadline? What happens next depends on whether you owe or are due a refund. See the penalties, payment options and next steps.

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🌅This is exactly what we work for 💚 Thank you for trusting us with the details — so you could focus on the adventure. From the first form to the final filing — we're with you. 👉 hubs.ly/Q04fY_WV0 #USExpats #AmericansAbroad #USexpatTaxes #BrightTax
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🇮🇹 Long café mornings, late dinners, a life that feels more intentional — and yes, a bit of paperwork. Visas, permits, healthcare, taxes: every expat figures it out. Here's your head start 👇 hubs.ly/Q04f0g_Y0 #USExpats #AmericansAbroad #ExpatLife #BrightTax
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Paying foreign taxes but still hit with a surprise U.S. bill? 🤔 The #ForeignTaxCredit (FTC) has a cap — and most expats don't see it coming. Here's the simple way to think about it ➡️ hubs.ly/Q04dqyH50 #USExpats #AmericansAbroad #ExpatTaxes #BrightTax
Foreign Tax Credit Calculation: The Simple Way to Do It

Foreign Tax Credit Calculation: The Simple Way to Do It

Your Foreign Tax Credit calculation shouldn't feel like algebra. Here’s how the IRS sets the cap and how your foreign income affects it.

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Green card holder living abroad? Moving overseas doesn't end your U.S. tax obligations — but there are tools to reduce what you owe. Don't get caught off guard ➡️ hubs.ly/Q04cm7P50 #GreenCardHolder #USExpats #ExpatTaxes #BrightTax
Why Green Card Holders Must File U.S. Taxes—Even While Living Overseas

Why Green Card Holders Must File U.S. Taxes—Even While Living Overseas

Green card holders remain part of the US tax system—even overseas. Here’s why filing is required and what to include on your return.

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💰 Inherited assets abroad and unsure where to start? Paperwork doesn’t have to ruin the moment. Learn how to navigate foreign inheritance tax with ease, confidence, and control 👉 hubs.ly/Q04bbTmY0 #americansabroad #expattaxes #usexpats #brighttax
Inheriting Money from Abroad? What the IRS Says About Foreign Inheritance Tax

Inheriting Money from Abroad? What the IRS Says About Foreign Inheritance Tax

Inheriting money overseas? How foreign inheritance tax works, what the IRS requires, and how U.S. expats should report assets from abroad.

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Corporate profits taxed twice—abroad and in the U.S.? Form 1118 is how corporations claim the #ForeignTaxCredit and cut that double bill. Details here 👉 hubs.ly/Q048G3yj0 #USexpats #americansabroad #expattaxes #BrightTax

Form 1118: Claiming the Foreign Tax Credit as a Corporation

Form 1118 is how corporations claim the Foreign Tax Credit. Learn what it covers, who must file, and how it reduces U.S. tax.

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