Real Estate & Property
Cross-Border Real Estate
Buying, selling and holding property when parties or assets span borders.
Overview
What this involves
Whether you are an overseas buyer investing in New York or a US client holding property abroad, cross-border real estate raises questions of ownership structure, financing, tax and local law. We help you plan carefully and close with confidence.
We coordinate with tax advisors and local counsel so that ownership, financing and eventual sale or inheritance are planned together from the outset.
How We Help
How we can help
- Residential and commercial purchases and sales
- Ownership structures for international buyers
- Leases and property agreements
- Financing documentation
- Coordinating with local counsel and advisors abroad
Our Process
How the process works
A clear, structured approach, so you always know where your matter stands and what comes next.
Review
We review the property, the parties and your objectives, and flag issues early.
Contract
We draft or review the contract and negotiate terms that protect you.
Due diligence
We examine title, searches, approvals and other matters that affect the deal.
Pre-closing
We prepare closing documents and coordinate with lenders, brokers and other parties.
Closing
We represent you at closing and make sure funds and documents move correctly.
Who It's For
Who we help
Overseas buyers investing in New York
US clients buying property abroad
International families holding property in several countries
Foreign sellers of US property
Investors structuring property holdings
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreign national buy property in New York?
Generally, yes. The key questions are usually structure, financing, tax and, for co-ops, board approval.
Should I hold property through a company?
It depends on your goals, tax position and plans for inheritance. We weigh the options with your tax advisors.
What if I sell while living abroad?
See our Property Sales page, including FIRPTA and remote closings.
This page provides general information, not legal advice. Every situation is different; please contact us to discuss yours.
Request a Consultation
Discuss your cross-border real estate matter with us.
Tell us briefly about your situation. We will review your inquiry and contact you to discuss how we can help.