Questions tagged [real-estate]
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What are the key factors to consider renting vs. buying real estate in Thailand?
I'm living in Thailand for several years so far (student "ED" visa).
It's well-known that Thai laws are pretty much restrictive regarding non-local citizens buying out real estate in the country. E.g....
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Netherlands - Rental agency is forcing me to accept a contract
This is a follow-up to this question.
I went to see a house and I said I wanted to rent it. The real estate agency sent me an email asking if I would accept the rental proposal (just the rent values ...
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Netherlands - How can I avoid paying contract costs to real estate agency?
I have been searching for apartments in Rotterdam and I recently decided for one. I contacted the real estate agency and we agreed on the rental conditions, but they are asking me 350€ + VAT for ...
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What is the process for purchasing investment real estate as a non-resident in Paraguay?
If I would like to purchase real estate in Paraguay for investment purposes as a non-resident, what is the process/paperwork to do so?
Do I have to be a resident to own real estate (alternatively, ...
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Is there a way to hire someone to view/inspect a house before renting in the United States?
Soon I'll be moving in the end of July/start of August to the United States to finish up my undergraduate degree (if the current scenario allows it, but I would prefer to be prepared).
I'll be moving ...
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What options do I have to own a house in Indonesia as a non-citizen?
Currently, I live in Indonesia, I bought a house and registered it under my son's name since he has an Indonesian passport while I don't. Is there a way to register a house under my name if I live ...
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Capital gains on US property while living abroad
I'm a US citizen considering a move abroad, and feel like I'm seeing conflicting things about the tax treatment of capital gains. We're not sure the move would be permanent, so might not sell our ...
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Best way to move $100k+ from France to US?
I'm planning a real estate purchase in the US and will need to move $100k+ from multiple accounts I own in France to the US. Can someone advise on the best way to do this to minimize fees and delays?
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How is a German real estate living area defined?
For the area of a (rental) home, I would assume that 35 m² means 35 m² of indoor area, excluding only the garden (if applicable). That means, if we rent a German apartment that is 35 m², it will be ...
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Rental contract Germany from real estate agent
I recently moved to Germany (I’m non-EU and non German speaking). I was looking for an apartment. In this process, I come across an apartment which is managed by a real estate agent on behalf of a ...
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Spanish rental laws - scammed?
We've rented an apartment in Catalonia and have now decided to move out after a gruesome four months. A lawyer has now told us that we need to pay upwards of €7000 to get out of the contract before it ...
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Do I lose my properties in China if I give up Chinese citizenship?
I'm a Chinese citizen by birth. My parents left their property (including houses and saving accounts) to me, which are all under my name.
I'm now living in Canada and considering applying for Canadian ...
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Can I buy real estate in the US and get a visa?
I have no US visa and have never been to the USA, but I want to buy real estate and emmigrate there.
I would like to know what process I need to obtain residency in the USA. If I acquire real estate ...
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