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Expats renting out Irish property must navigate specific tax and legal responsibilities as non-resident landlords. Rental income remains subject to Irish income tax, which must be managed either through a rent collection agent or via the tenant withholding 20% of the rent.
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Buying property in Germany comes with important local taxes and fees, including transfer tax, notary costs, and annual property tax. Buyers should also budget for state-specific charges and ongoing ownership expenses.
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Non-resident landlords who own rental property in Poland generally need a Polish tax identification number (NIP) to meet their tax obligations.
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Are you a foreign landlord of a French rental property who finds navigating the nuances of French property taxes complicated and overwhelming? Continue reading
If you are investing or owning a leaseback property in France as a non-resident, there are specific tax regulations and obligations that we will explain in this guide.
France abolished the Taxe d’Habitation for main homes in 2023, but non-resident landlords and second home owners remain fully liable for the Taxe Foncière and the CFE (Cotisation Foncière des Entreprises). This essential guide breaks down your remaining property tax obligations, clarifies the new rules for furnished rentals, and provides the exact steps you need to follow to claim your often-overlooked CFE refund.
Discover how to significantly reduce the cost of your French property investment by recovering the 20% purchase VAT.
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Selling property in Spain as a UK resident involves navigating both Spanish and UK tax rules, as well as legal requirements such as documentation, notary involvement, and local taxes. Sellers may be liable for Spanish capital gains tax and a 3% withholding, while also needing to report the sale to HMRC, with double taxation relief typically available.
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If you are a non-resident renting out property in France, your income is subject to taxation both in France and your home country, requiring the preparation and filing of an annual French property tax return. This article explains how to calculate your rental income and where to find assistance for filing your non-resident French tax return online.
The latest French tax reforms for furnished lettings significantly tighten the income tax treatment for short-term and holiday rentals, notably reducing the turnover threshold and expense deductions under the Micro-BIC regime, which may push more landlords into the more complex real tax regime.
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