Providing quality services to ICCmembers is a priority. ICC offers several membership categories. A system of regional offices, chapters and relationships with key officials at the state and local levels of government provides easy access to ICC staff alm
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by Paul D. Pearlstein I. Introduction This chapter will highlight a few of the basic tax laws that affect real estate. There will be no attempt to deal with the complexities of tax law in any great detail. However, a bibliography at the end of the ch
Continue reading >>The Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA) was established in 1980 to ensure foreign investors paid a tax on any gains when selling American real estate, a concern to any foreign-based entity looking to invest in American real estate. Si
Continue reading >>What Is FIRPTA? In 1980, the U.S. Government implemented the Foreign Investment In Real Property Tax Act (or “FIRPTA”). The purpose of this law is to impose an income tax on the gains derived by foreign persons from the sale of their U.S. property.
Continue reading >>Go Green and Earn Green The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 tripled the financial incentives for making repairs that can significantly reduce your utility bills and contribute to a “green” environment, while helping you save money on tax
Continue reading >>HUD has a long history of helping our nation’s seniors find quality, affordable housing. With the help of initiatives like our Section 202 housing and Assisted Living Conversion Programs (ALCP), we make sure to set aside some of our housing assistance re
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