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Who provides FIRPTA?

Anyone who plans to purchase real property in the U.S. from a foreign individual is required to make sure that the seller pays the FIRPTA withholding. The buyer must withhold 15% of the sales price from the seller and deposit the tax to the IRS.

How do I submit my FIRPTA withholding?

FIRPTA withholding is required to be submitted to the IRS within 20 days of the closing together with IRS Form 8288, U.S. Withholding Tax Return for Disposition by Foreign Persons of U.S. Real Property Interests, and Form 8288-A, Statement of Withholding on Dispositions by Foreign Persons of U.S. Real Property

How does FIRPTA work in Florida?

Navigating FIRPTA Withholding If the amount realized is $300,000 to $1 million, FIRPTA is withheld at a rate of 10% of the amount realized. If the amount realized is more than $1 million, FIRPTA is withheld at a rate of 15% of the amount realized.

How do I apply for FIRPTA?

In order to apply for the withholding certificate, you will need to file Form 8288-B with the IRS prior to the date of the sale and notify the buyer that you have applied for a FIRPTA certificate. Note that filing Form 8288-B requires that an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) be provided.

How can I avoid paying FIRPTA?

According to the IRS, you can be exempt from FIRPTA withholding if you meet one or more of the following: Exception #1 - Buyer Will Reside. Exception #2 Publicly Traded Corp. Exception #3 Corp Certifies that Interest is not US Real Property. Exception #4 Seller Certifies They Are Not Foreign.

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