Real estate buyers may overlook the importance of boundary lines during the due diligence process. Purchasing property in New York City without understanding its borders could result in a surprise after moving in. Sidewalk trees, for example, may belong to the...
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LLCs offer several benefits for foreign condo buyers in NYC
Whether you are looking to invest in a New York City property or want to buy a home for personal use, if you are considering a condo purchase, creating a limited liability company may offer several important advantages. In addition to offering personal liability...
Top options for buy and flip in 2020
It is a common investment strategy in the U.S. market to buy a property with the intent of quickly reselling it at a higher price. The so-called “buy-and-flip” approach can be profitable here in the U.S., but it is often less so when looking at property in other...
Pandemic effects international real estate market
There is much written recently about those living in New York City fleeing to the suburbs as they ride out the pandemic. It will also likely be the case with other urban markets worldwide, leading to a buyers’ market in cities when things truly open back up. Those not...
Real estate ownership in Mexico
The Mexican government has many similarities to that of United States, specifically when it comes to property ownership. Individuals can and do own private property in Mexico. However, as in many of these types of situations, the similarities are mostly on the...
Foreigners are buying up real estate in NYC
People all across the world dream of waking up in New York City. For some people, a vacation or business trip might suffice. For more than 8 million others, New York City is home. The longer people live in New York City, however, the more they come to realize that...
The challenges relating to inheriting foreign real estate
Many New York residents have family and loved ones in Brazil. When an individual passes away and bequeaths real estate to you or others in the United States, Brazilian laws can affect who actually receives that property. We often advise clients with legal matters...
How real estate investors can benefit from 1031 exchange
If you have one or more New York investment properties, you may be considering selling and reinvesting into other real estate. Although you might have concerns about paying the taxes, taking advantage of the 1031 tax-deferred exchange can defer that expense, depending...
What are some tips for investing in U.S. real estate?
It is essential to know the market when you want to invest in commercial real estate. If you are looking to the lucrative New York real estate market, then you will want to make sure that you are ready to invest in a market like this. Preparing yourself and learning...
Considering trusts for real estate investments
Finding the right investment can take time. Many individuals may feel that it is right to invest in New York real estate, but they may not have the ability to get right into handling the transactions themselves. They may live out of the country or have little...