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Non-resident aliens face a US federal estate tax exemption of just $60,000 on US-situs assets like California real estate, above which federal tax rates reach 40%. California charges no state...
Non-resident investors and foreign-owned entities must secure Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) approval before entering unconditional contracts for Australian real estate. Monetary notification thresholds depend on property type: vacant commercial...
Mandatory 3-year minimum floor: Greek law (Law 4242/2014) enforces a statutory minimum duration of 3 years for all commercial leases. Because hotel developments require longer payback periods, operators typically negotiate...
No Direct Land Ownership: Foreign investors cannot buy land outright in Vietnam. You secure Land Use Rights (LUR) by leasing industrial land for terms up to 50 years (or 70...
Transfer tax savings: Direct asset purchases attract a 3.09% Real Estate Transfer Tax (RETT) on the higher of the purchase price or official objective value. Share deals of a Greek...
Buying Residential Property in Ireland as a Non-Resident: A Legal Guide You do not need to be an Irish citizen or a resident to buy a home or an investment...
Inheriting real estate in Greece from abroad often feels like receiving a beautiful gift wrapped in miles of red tape. Whether you are part of the Greek diaspora or an...
Buying Land in Rwanda as a Foreigner in 2026
Jul 18, 2026Rwanda has continued to do its best to position itself as a preferred destination for investments, driven by its political stability and consistent high rankings for the ease of doing...
Lease classification determines your strategy: Retail spaces (Article 7:290) and office spaces (Article 7:230a) have entirely different statutory protections and eviction rules. Three months of arrears is the judicial threshold:...
The €250,000 Golden Visa Route: Acquiring commercial assets for conversion into residential use, or restoring designated industrial properties, qualifies foreign investors for the Greek Golden Visa at the €250,000 threshold,...
Strict Ban on Existing Homes: Most overseas buyers cannot purchase existing residential properties in New Zealand under the Overseas Investment Act. Exceptions Exist: Expats can buy brand-new, off-the-plan apartments under...
How Foreigners Can Purchase Real Estate in Greece
Jul 14, 2026Legal representation is essential: Unlike in some Western countries, employing an independent Greek real estate attorney to perform due diligence is your primary legal safeguard. Tax registration is step one:...
Estate Planning in Cyprus: Guide for Foreign Property Owners Owning real estate in Cyprus is a dream for many international buyers, but navigating how that property transfers to your loved...
No Freehold Ownership: Foreign entities cannot own land outright in Nigeria. Instead, you must acquire leasehold interests (typically up to 99 years) or structure your transactions through a locally incorporated...
Rigid Durations: Commercial leases in Italy are subject to strict statutory minimum terms (typically 6+6 or 9+9 years), and landlords have very limited rights to deny renewal at the first...
Non-resident landlords must strictly adhere to the Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land Act (PIE Act) and the Rental Housing Act to avoid legal penalties. Security...
Strict Compliance is Non-Negotiable: New York courts routinely dismiss eviction cases over minor administrative issues, such as incorrect calculations in a rent demand or improper service of process. The Lease...
If you are an overseas investor or temporary resident eyeing the Australian property market in 2026, you face a highly regulated, high-tax system designed to protect local housing supply. Buying...
Primary Residence Protection In Greece
Jun 11, 2026The legal framework governing the protection of primary residences in Greece has undergone substantial transformation during recent years, particularly following banking sector reforms, insolvency restructuring measures, and the modernization of...
Foreigners can freely buy real estate in Spain, but you must obtain an NIE (foreigner tax ID) and usually open a Spanish bank account before completion. Total purchase costs typically...