easygoer1050
American expat in Brazil
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American
Speaks English and some Portugese
Registration: 28 November 2023
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US and Brazil Taxes Revisited by sjpetzold
I’m sorry to bring this up again, but with tax season upon us, wise expats’ thoughts turn to the complexities of dual taxes. My wife and I are both US citizens filing jointly in the US. She is also a Brazil citizen while I have a ...
@Viajanete Good afternoon (and happy Easter) I just came on here...I never received any message from you..could you try again?thanksmickey Read More
How to adapt to the expat challenges of everyday life in Brazil by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Adapting to everyday life as an expat in Brazil can be both exciting and overwhelming: different habits, systems, and sometimes even unexpected surprises! Simple things like paying bills, using public transport, or even greeting ...
Good morning. Al though I am not currently living every day in Brazil ( outside of vacation) I always do wonder how “day to day “ life would be if NOT on vacation. This is an interesting topic. Mickey Read More
Still need some Help/advice---Banking by easygoer1050
Good afternoon all:I was wondering your thoughts on my situation. I am currently living in Florida Recently I received a CRNM cardand had wanted to open a bank account (for the possibility of obtaining a mortgage in the future) I also wanted to ...
@kolyaS122HSUKolyaGood Morning......excellent information..thanks for sharing Is that from ITAU bank or others?...Also can you really get 7% interest tax free?thanksmickey Read More
Still need some Help/advice---Banking by easygoer1050
Good afternoon all:I was wondering your thoughts on my situation. I am currently living in Florida Recently I received a CRNM cardand had wanted to open a bank account (for the possibility of obtaining a mortgage in the future) I also wanted to ...
@Pablo888 Thanks...Yeah I was trying to get this done in the US...but I guess in reality it is going to have to be in person..... I have all the documents but thought it could get done (without physically) being there......thanksMickey Read More
Still need some Help/advice---Banking by easygoer1050
Good afternoon all:I was wondering your thoughts on my situation. I am currently living in Florida Recently I received a CRNM cardand had wanted to open a bank account (for the possibility of obtaining a mortgage in the future) I also wanted to ...
@alan279Thanks...funny my wife's niece (who was a asst mng at ITAU) told me all I needed was a CPF..lol...went physically into the bank in May 2024...waited for 2 hours and was told..no....you need a CRNM......ok started the process---then thought ... Read More
Still need some Help/advice---Banking by easygoer1050
Good afternoon all:I was wondering your thoughts on my situation. I am currently living in Florida Recently I received a CRNM cardand had wanted to open a bank account (for the possibility of obtaining a mortgage in the future) I also wanted to ...
@bepmohtThanks,...that might be the case and hence why I am reaching out here....as I am sure someone has thought/Did what I am trying to do... Read More
Still need some Help/advice---Banking
Good afternoon all:I was wondering your thoughts on my situation. I am currently living in Florida Recently I received a CRNM cardand had wanted to open a bank account (for the possibility of obtaining a mortgage in the future) I also wanted to ... Read More
Trying to educate myself about Brazilian Tax Returns by bepmoht
I’m trying to learn the ins and outs of the Brazilian tax return process. In the USA a person can educate themselves by reading the many tax forms available online. For example, form 1040 which is a form commonly used has its accompanying ...
@Pablo888 Good questions since if I ever purchase an apartment---I might want to Air BNB- when not there.....and that would be obvious income generated...and how to properly do that (and not get in trouble) is importantMickey Read More
US and Brazil Taxes Revisited by sjpetzold
I’m sorry to bring this up again, but with tax season upon us, wise expats’ thoughts turn to the complexities of dual taxes. My wife and I are both US citizens filing jointly in the US. She is also a Brazil citizen while I have a ...
ABTHREEThank you so much for this information (as well as for past inforamtion...last year as well) the biggest thing is what you wrote about this:once the PF issue your CRNM the assumption is that you live in Brazil wherever you physically are, ... Read More
US and Brazil Taxes Revisited by sjpetzold
I’m sorry to bring this up again, but with tax season upon us, wise expats’ thoughts turn to the complexities of dual taxes. My wife and I are both US citizens filing jointly in the US. She is also a Brazil citizen while I have a ...
@Viajanete JanetHI can you share his name and info?....thanksMickey Read More
US and Brazil Taxes Revisited by sjpetzold
I’m sorry to bring this up again, but with tax season upon us, wise expats’ thoughts turn to the complexities of dual taxes. My wife and I are both US citizens filing jointly in the US. She is also a Brazil citizen while I have a ...
Abthree-Thanks for the info.....no it was a tax/real estate lawyer from the Amorim office in Sao Paulo (Overall they have done a nice job...but this part of the firm is running quite high...BUT wanted to see feedback)....Yes my situation is a NEW ... Read More
US and Brazil Taxes Revisited by sjpetzold
I’m sorry to bring this up again, but with tax season upon us, wise expats’ thoughts turn to the complexities of dual taxes. My wife and I are both US citizens filing jointly in the US. She is also a Brazil citizen while I have a ...
On a follow up today....I got a request from a Tax attorney that they want to do a "Tax Planning Analysis" on my sitaution since I received a new RNM card. Has anyone done this?....they want $1,500 (USD) for this a 2026 income tax declaration and ... Read More
US and Brazil Taxes Revisited by sjpetzold
I’m sorry to bring this up again, but with tax season upon us, wise expats’ thoughts turn to the complexities of dual taxes. My wife and I are both US citizens filing jointly in the US. She is also a Brazil citizen while I have a ...
Wow very informative information here.....I just recently received my (CRNM) card...my 2 year residency (Similar to a US Green card)...My wife and I live in Florida but am wondering about living (part time--maybe more) in the future in Brazil. I ... Read More
Thoughts on Banks and a Update for my situation... by easygoer1050
To All:I do enjoy viewing the posts here from time to time. I am currently living here in Florida (Bradenton-retired) and have enjoyed going back and forth to visit Brazil (Rio) over the years. My wife (From Jacarapagua) and I got married years ago ...
So far THANKS for all the info ...I will have to discuss this with my tax attorney----I am on a pension here in the US (and make some side money via day trading---nothing so great that can put me in the HIGHER tier of banking it seems)...I never ... Read More
Thoughts on Banks and a Update for my situation... by easygoer1050
To All:I do enjoy viewing the posts here from time to time. I am currently living here in Florida (Bradenton-retired) and have enjoyed going back and forth to visit Brazil (Rio) over the years. My wife (From Jacarapagua) and I got married years ago ...
Thanks for the info---not sure if looking at an apartment or house in future.....what 3 banks do you like?Mickey Read More