Investing in Florida real estate is widely seen as desirable, profitable, and secure — and you do not need to be a U.S. citizen or resident to take part. Here is why so many international investors choose Florida, followed by the questions foreign buyers ask most.
Florida real estate is seen as a desirable, profitable, and secure investment — particularly for international buyers coming from markets with much higher property prices.
Florida has long been a popular retirement destination for its nice weather, relaxed lifestyle, and endless activities, and compared with many other U.S. retirement destinations, its real estate is among the most affordable. It is also one of the hottest vacation destinations, with many maintenance-free communities geared toward part-year residents.
For investors, Florida has a growing population, rising rents, and rising property values, attracting investors from all over the country and the world — by some estimates, about a third of Florida real-estate transactions involve people from out of state or abroad.
As one of the few places on earth that combines a tropical climate and relaxed lifestyle with the world's most popular tourist attractions, Central Florida stands in a class of its own as a place to visit or live.
The region spans Metro Orlando and the Space Coast — from world-famous attractions to NASA's Kennedy Space Center, from major sports arenas to white-sand beaches, from busy shopping outlets to quaint rural towns. It has been among the nation's fastest-growing regions for decades and is now a booming high-tech hub, yet the cost of living remains surprisingly affordable (though steadily rising).
The same way as U.S. investors. You can invest in our investment projects, or invest in a whole property on your own.
No. Any legitimate person or entity can purchase real estate in Florida. Foreign owners face different tax considerations than U.S. residents, so you should consult your tax adviser.
No. Property taxes are determined by the property's location and tax rate, which are the same for U.S. and foreign owners. You may pay less property tax if the property is your primary residence. Insurance rates are based on the property, not the owner.
In principle yes, but most foreign buyers pay cash for their purchase.
Again, in principle yes — but it is considerably more difficult for a foreign buyer than for a local one. We have an agent who can guide foreign buyers through the entire purchase process, from beginning to end.
