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  • Profile photo of ArchnicArchnic
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    Hi all,

    Thanks for your help in Advance.

    A friend and I are intending on investing in America soon. I know whether to do this or not is a hot topic in this forums, but putting that aside I have a couple of questions about the best way to do this. Specifically:

    1. As there are two of us we want to protect ourselves and our friendship. I've been told the best way in Australia is a unit / discretionary trust. Is an Australian trust recognised in America?

    2. If it is, does it change our tax options? Ie I know that individuals in America can purchase houses and pay 30% tax minus expenses, will this change?

    3. I guess really I'm asking what the best way is for two people to buy a house in America. Any suggestions?

    thanks again

    Nick

    Profile photo of Luke TaylorLuke Taylor
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    hi mate,
    as far as im aware no ozzie trusts cant be used in the states.But ive heard of some linking LLcs)usa companys)to ozzie trusts back in australia.
    I personally think its a lot of hassle and expense for limited benefit.unless you want to go big over there.
    While investing over there for a few years now i wouId personally recommend you just buy/sell a couple of deals in yr own name first and learn the systems,then see if its for you.

    all the best

    Luke Taylor | Hope Property Investing
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