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International Buyer's Guide to Florida Real Estate
Buying in Florida from abroad involves a few extra steps. This guide explains the process so you can plan with confidence.
What the guide covers
- 01
How the U.S. process works
Roles of agents, attorneys or title companies, lenders and inspectors in a Florida purchase.
- 02
Cash or financing
What foreign-national financing typically involves and how funds are usually transferred.
- 03
Buying remotely
Virtual tours, electronic signatures and remote closings.
- 04
Due diligence
Inspections, association documents, flood zone and insurance.
- 05
Ownership and taxes
Questions to bring to licensed tax and legal professionals before you buy.
- 06
After closing
Property management, rentals and ongoing costs of ownership.
This guide is general information, not legal, tax, immigration or investment advice. Consult appropriately licensed professionals.