FIRPTA

Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act — handled with precision.

Under FIRPTA, buyers of U.S. real property from foreign persons must withhold on the amount realized. The rules on withholding rates, withholding certificates, and refund claims are technical and time-sensitive.

Withholding compliance

Correct 15% / 10% / 0% withholding determination on the amount realized, with proper Form 8288 / 8288-A processing.

Withholding Certificates

Application for a reduced withholding certificate (Form 8288-B) when the maximum tax liability is less than the required withholding.

Refund claims

U.S. tax returns and refund claims for foreign sellers where over-withholding has occurred.

Buyer & escrow guidance

Coordination with buyers, escrow, and title so the right amount is withheld and remitted on the right timeline.

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