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USA Property

Foreign Owned U.S. Real Estate Via Single-Member LLC

Foreign investors using single-member LLCs to hold U.S. real estate face complex U.S. income and ... More estate tax implications, including 30% withholding on rental income, FIRPTA withholding upon disposition and potential 40% estate tax. Various strategies can reduce the tax bite.getty For some time, foreigners have been drawn to the U.S. real estate market due to its stability, potential for appreciation, and the reliable legal framework in America. A frequently used investment vehicle is a single-member limited liability company created under the laws of a U.S. state. A SMLLC...
Currencies

Proposed US Tax on Remittances Raises Economic Alarm in India

A proposed 5% US tax on remittances sent abroad by non-citizens is causing significant concern in India, as experts warn it could adversely affect Indian households and the rupee's value. Economic think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) shared these concerns on Sunday.The tax forms part of 'The One Big Beautiful Bill,' introduced in the US House of Representatives, targeting money transfers by non-citizens, including green card holders and temporary visa workers. However, the levy exempts US citizens.India, receiving USD 120 billion in remittances in 2023-24, with 28% of...