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How to Calculate FIRPTA

CALCULATE FIRPTA WITHHOLDING

with this 3 step flow chart below:

Don't be fooled by the purported value of a FIRPTA calculator, it's just easy 3 steps
If you have questions on the other aspects of FIRPTA we are glad to provide a free consult.

1. Is the Seller a Foreign National?

No FIRPTA
Withholding

2. Is the Seller Exempt From Withholding?

No FIRPTA
Withholding

3. Do the Buyers qualify for the residency exception?  Themselves or members of their family occupying as a residence at least 50% of each year for the 1st and 2nd years.

FIRPTA
Withholding
is 15% of Purchase Price

$0-$300k Purchase Price
FIRPTA withholding is $0

$300-$1 mil Purchase Price (PP)
FIRPTA withholding is 10% of PP

Over $1 mil Purchase Price (PP)
FIRPTA withholding is 15% of PP

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