• Foreign Nationals Investing in the USA
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• These days, it is very common for foreign nationals, or non-residents, to invest in the USA Economy. Most people that live abroad prefer to invest in the USA, which they believe to be a safer and more secure environment for their investments. Luckily, our team of professionals understand the foreign national market as it pertains to investing in the USA. We can help you with the following items:
• What are the most common types of investment vehicles in the USA?
• Should I purchase my investments under a company or my personal name?
• What are my tax and accounting obligations in the USA after I’ve acquired my investment?

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• Common Types of Investments in the USA
• There are many different types of investments available in the USA. Below we will talk about only a few which we’ve found successful with some of our current clients. If you would like to talk about any of these investment types, one of our professional accountants will help you understand your options and navigate the tax and liability system in the USA.
• Real Estate – Real Estate has often been the primary investment choice for foreign nationals. It provides low risk and high liquidity to the investor while providing a high chance for increase in the asset’s value.
• Commercial Real Estate – Commercial Real Estate is considered by many a safer investment than residential real estate. It often provides more stability to the investor with a high rate of return.
• Stocks and Bonds – Stocks and Bonds are an excellent investment strategy for foreign nationals. In some cases, foreign nationals will not be taxed on capital gains of their stock investments. However, they will be taxed on any dividends they receive.
• Life Insurance – Life insurance is a scary topic for many. The fact is life insurance is a great investment medium for foreign nationals. It provides a high rate of return to your family and/or heirs. The payout of life insurance in some cases can be given to the beneficiaries of the life insurance policy TAX FREE.
• Business Ventures – Starting or Buying a business is also a very popular investment vehicle for foreign nationals. Besides making an income, it also could provide a great opportunity to get a Visa in the USA

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• Should I Purchase Under a Company or My Name
• Creating a new company has never been easier. Our professional accounting team will collect some information regarding your new company. The best part is that we can do this over the phone or through email. But if you are near one of our offices, come visit us today. Here are the all the steps involved in creating your new company:
• STEP 1 – We will send you a form that is simple and easy to fill out. In this form you will give us 3 options for your company’s name. If the first name is already being used by somebody wlse, we will try the second name.(and so on…) You will also be providing us the owners, primary contact, physical address, and mailing address of your new company.
• STEP 2 – Once we receive payment from you, we will begin processing your new company with the state division of corporations.
• STEP 3 – Once the state approves your new company, we will apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for your company.
• STEP 4 – Them we will create an operating agreement which will define the owners and their responsibilities of the company.
• STEP 5 – In less than 7 days, we will upload all your new company documents to the LEAFCLOUD where you will have instant and online access to all your company documents.
• TAXES & ANNUAL RENEWAL – After we’ve completed creating your new company, you will have to file taxes each year for the company. We will help you report your income and deductions for your company. You will also have to renew your company each year. Florida renewal deadline is May 1. Delaware LLC deadline is June 1.

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• What Are My Tax Obligations Each Year
• The Tax System in the USA works off income level brackets. The higher your income, the higher bracket you are in. In 2018, the Tax Reform Act changed the bracket system to the benefit of all tax payers. Below you will find the income tax brackets for individuals and companies. We’ll show you later how to calculate the income tax you owe based off the bracket you are in. You will be taxed on your income minus any deductions that apply.

• Individual Tax Bracket for 2018

• Rate	Individuals	Married Filing Jointly
  10%	Up to $9,525	Up to $19,050
  12%	$9,526 to $38,700	$19,051 to $77,400
  22%	38,701 to $82,500	$77,401 to $165,000
  24%	$82,501 to $157,500	$165,001 to $315,000
  32%	$157,501 to $200,000	$315,001 to $400,000
  35%	$200,001 to $500,000	$400,001 to $600,000
  37%	over $500,000	over $600,000

• C-Corporation Tax Bracket for 2018

• Tax Reform eliminated the numerous tax brackets for corporation and imposed instead of 21% FLAT TAX RATE on C-corp income. This is a huge benefit for anybody that has a C-Corporation.

• Pass-Through Income Tax

• Pass-Through Entities, such as S-Corps and LLCs, will most likely utilize the individual tax bracket from above. This is, of course, of the owner of the pass through entity is an individual. The good news is that the IRS is allowing a 20% Deduction on your Individual Tax Return of all Pass-Through Income. There are some exceptions to this new law. So make sure you meet with a TaxLeaf Representative today to find out if this awesome deduction applies to you.

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