Advantages and Challenges of Foreign Investment in U.S. Rental Real Estate Through REITs

Attorney Michael Karlin co-authored an article for the New York University (NYU) Institute on Federal Taxation examining the options foreign investors face when deciding which structure will accomplish their U.S. real estate objectives. The article highlights foreign investment through real estate investment trusts (REIT) structures, which can often meet many of the usual objectives. While REITs are not suitable for every investor, in many cases they can limit tax compliance and reporting obligations for foreign investors.

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