Tax Demystifying HARPTA and FIRPTA: What Real Estate Investors Need to Know Real estate investment can be a lucrative venture, especially in popular destinations like Hawaii. However, navigating the complex landscape of … Hawaii Life June 10, 2024
Buying Advice What Is HARPTA? How Much in Taxes Do You Have To Pay at Closing? Navigating Hawaii’s HARPTA: Unraveling Withholding vs. Taxes at Closing As you prepare to close on your property in Hawaii, you … 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
