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Insights and updates from DVC FIRPTA
Do You Need a US Tax Attorney for Your DVC FIRPTA Filing?
Tax attorney, CPA, or enrolled agent? Here is when each makes sense and how much to expect to pay.
FIRPTA Exemptions: When the 15% Withholding Does Not Apply
There are a few narrow situations where FIRPTA withholding can be reduced or eliminated. Here is when they apply to DVC sales.
How Long Does a FIRPTA Refund Take? Real Timelines
From closing to refund check, here is what the FIRPTA refund timeline actually looks like based on real DVC sales.
Selling DVC from the UK: FIRPTA, Treaty Benefits, and Filing
A guide specifically for UK-based DVC owners facing FIRPTA when selling their timeshare contract.
Year-End DVC Sales: FIRPTA Planning for December Closings
Selling your DVC contract late in the year? December closings have unique FIRPTA timing advantages and pitfalls.
FIRPTA and Multiple DVC Contracts: How Combined Sales Are Taxed
Selling two or three DVC contracts in the same year? Here is how FIRPTA withholding and taxes work on multiple sales.
Understanding FIRPTA: A Complete Guide for DVC Sellers
Everything you need to know about FIRPTA withholding when selling your Disney Vacation Club membership as a non-US resident.
How to Maximize Your FIRPTA Refund
Learn how to document your expenses and calculate your true tax liability to get the maximum refund from your FIRPTA withholding.
ITIN Application: Step-by-Step Guide
A detailed walkthrough of the W-7 form and ITIN application process for non-US sellers.
HARPTA: What Aulani Sellers Need to Know
Special considerations for Hawaii property sales and the additional HARPTA withholding requirements.
FIRPTA Timeline: What to Expect and When
A clear timeline of the FIRPTA process from sale to refund, including typical processing times.
Common FIRPTA Mistakes to Avoid
Learn from others' mistakes — the most common errors that delay refunds and how to avoid them.