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How Long Does a FIRPTA Refund Take After Selling DVC?
You sold your DVC, the closing is done, and somewhere in your settlement statement there's a line showing that 15% of your gross sale price...
FIRPTA for Canadian DVC Sellers: What You Need to Know
You've decided to sell your DVC timeshare interest, and someone has told you there's a U.S. tax withholding issue for Canadian sellers. They...
Australian DVC Sellers: Your Complete FIRPTA Guide
A guide specifically for Australian DVC owners facing FIRPTA, including the CGT discount, Foreign Income Tax Offset, and ATO reporting requirements.
Understanding FIRPTA: A Complete Guide for Non-US DVC Sellers
Everything non-US DVC owners need to know about FIRPTA tax withholding when selling their timeshare contract.
How to Apply for an ITIN: Step-by-Step Instructions for DVC Sellers
You need a US tax ID number to get your FIRPTA refund. Here is exactly how to apply for an ITIN using Form W-7.
FIRPTA Withholding vs Actual Tax: Why You Might Get a Refund
The 15% withholding is almost always more than your actual tax bill. Here is why, and how to get the difference back.
Selling Aulani? Understanding Both FIRPTA and HARPTA Requirements
Aulani DVC sellers face two withholding taxes: 15% federal FIRPTA and 7.25% Hawaii HARPTA. That is 22.25% of your sale price.
Form 8288-B Explained: How to Reduce Your FIRPTA Withholding
You can ask the IRS to reduce your FIRPTA withholding before closing. Here is how Form 8288-B works and when to file it.
5 Common FIRPTA Mistakes DVC Sellers Make
These five mistakes cost DVC sellers thousands of dollars. Every one of them is avoidable with a little planning.
FIRPTA Tax Rates for DVC Sales: What Non-US Sellers Actually Owe
The withholding rate and your actual tax rate are different numbers. Here is what you will actually owe on a typical DVC sale.
Canadian DVC Owners: Your FIRPTA Guide for Selling Timeshare
Canadians are the largest group of non-US DVC owners. Here is your country-specific FIRPTA guide.
How the FIRPTA Withholding Process Works During a DVC Closing
A step-by-step walkthrough of what happens with FIRPTA withholding from accepted offer through closing.