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Buying Advice What Is HARPTA? How Much in Taxes Do You Have To Pay at Closing? As you prepare to close on your property in Hawaii, you might be met with an unexpected question: “I gotta … Tom Tezak March 10, 2024
Tax A “Moving” Tax and Your Bottom Line! In 2016, the Federal government increased the withholding to 15% of the gross proceeds any time a foreign seller conveys … Hawaii Life March 6, 2023
Selling Advice The Biggest Misconception About Selling Maui Property as a Foreign Resident One of the biggest misconceptions about selling Maui property as a foreign resident is this: People think that the US … Tom Tezak February 7, 2023
Selling Advice What is HARPTA? HARPTA There is a 50/50 chance you don’t know what HARPTA is and/or you didn’t see it on the contract. Non-resident … Nani Pereza December 15, 2020
Military Military Homeowners: Should You Sell or Rent Your Home? For military service members stationed on Oahu, buying a home can be a wise investment and an exciting opportunity to … Monica Princhetta August 31, 2020
Military HARPTA for Military Homeowners: PCS Exemptions & Tax Tips Learn how HARPTA affects military homeowners in Hawaii, who qualifies for exemptions, how PCS orders impact taxes, and when a … Monica Princhetta February 28, 2020
Hawaii Non-Resident Sellers Incur Extra Withholdings in Hawaii The Federal government requires a withholding of 10% of the gross proceeds any time a foreign seller conveys property. Escrow … Hawaii Life April 3, 2014
