More than 50,000 Latin Americans invest in Miami each year
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Miami has established itself as one of the preferred investment destinations for Latin Americans looking to protect their capital in dollars, diversify their wealth, and access a stable real estate market with strong appreciation potential.
Whether you’re coming from Colombia, Argentina, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Panama, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, or Uruguay, there are fundamental tax and legal considerations you need to know before investing.
Can You Buy Property in Miami?
Yes. Florida's real estate market is open to buyers of any nationality, under the same conditions as U.S. citizens.
What every Latin American investor needs to keep in mind:
Taxes When Buying and Investing in Miami
When buying a property in Miami from any Latin American country, there are specific taxes that apply to international buyers.
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Schedule a Free ConsultationTax implications in your Latin American home country
Most Latin American countries tax the worldwide income of their tax residents.
Key tax considerations depending on your home country:
FIRPTA
FIRPTA is a U.S. federal law that requires 15% of the sale value to be withheld when the seller is a nonresident foreign national.
For any Latin American investor, the buyer must withhold and pay the IRS 15% of the sale price — not the profit.
Key points about FIRPTA:
Is It Worth Creating an LLC to Buy in Miami?
Many Latin American investors choose to acquire properties in Miami through an LLC instead of buying directly in their own name.
Considerations for Buying in Your Personal Name
Buying directly in your own name is simpler, but it can mean greater tax exposure in your home country and to U.S. estate tax.
Why Is Miami Still a Great Bet?
Beyond tax considerations, investing in Miami from Latin America remains one of the most solid wealth-building strategies:
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