Cross-Border Tax & Legal
LLCs, ITINs, withholding, and entity structures for Canadians investing in the US and beyond.
10 articles — US Cross-Border Guide
Why this guide matters
Cross-border investing requires getting the legal and tax structure right before you close. These guides cover US LLCs, Canadian holdcos, ITIN applications, treaty considerations, and how financing choices interact with your tax position.
DSCR Loan Closing Checklist for Canadian Investors
DSCR closing checklist for Canadians: entity docs, proof of funds, insurance, appraisal, and wire prep.
FIRPTA Withholding for Canadian Sellers of US Rental Property
FIRPTA for Canadians selling US rentals: 15% withholding, exemptions, and filing steps before closing.
Should You Buy in Canada or the US? A Financing Comparison
Compare Canadian and US investment property financing options to decide where to grow your real estate portfolio.
US Estate Tax Planning for Canadians Owning US Rental Property
Learn how US estate tax hits Canadian owners of American rental property — and whole life strategies foreign nationals use to protect heirs from forced sales.
Corporation vs Personal: Real Estate Holding Structure
Personal vs corporate ownership of rentals in Canada: tax implications, financing impact, liability protection, and when to incorporate.
Mexico Vacation Rental Financing for Canadian Investors
Finance vacation rental and investment properties in Mexico as a Canadian. Developer financing, cross-border loans, fideicomiso setup, and ROI expectations.
Section 85 Rollover: Transfer Rentals to a Corp Tax-Free
Use a Section 85 Rollover to move rental properties into a corporation without triggering capital gains. Eligibility, process, and pitfalls.
Get Your US ITIN in 2 Hours: Canadian Investor Guide
Canadian investors can get a US ITIN in 2 hours instead of 8 weeks. Learn how LLC setup, EIN, and US bank account access fast-track your cross-border purchases.
Invest in US Real Estate as a Canadian: The Right Way
Use the Triple C structure to invest in US real estate as a Canadian. Avoid double taxation, protect assets, and set up Wyoming C Corps and LLCs correctly.
US Real Estate for Canadians: Tax-Smart Investing Guide
Invest in US real estate as a Canadian while avoiding double taxation. Cross-border tax planning, entity structures, and treaty benefits explained step by step.
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