Breaking Down International Tax Strategies with Kevin Leonce

In this episode, Angel sits down with nternational investor and accounting expert, Kevin Leonce, to discuss the realities of investing in U.S. real estate from abroad. They explore the tax implications foreign investors need to understand, why the right business structure matters, and how virtual networking has created new opportunities for building successful real estate partnerships across borders.

Topics Covered

• Virtual networking versus in person events and how technology is changing the way investors build relationships
• The hidden costs of attending live conferences, from travel expenses to opportunity costs
• How international investors can purchase U.S. real estate the right way
• The importance of choosing the correct business entity, including LLCs, S Corps, and C Corps
• Understanding FIRPTA and the tax consequences foreign investors face when selling U.S. real estate
• How tax laws differ between countries and why international investors need proper planning
• The differences between U.S. accounting standards and international financial reporting standards
• Why working with knowledgeable legal and tax professionals is essential before investing across borders

Quotes

• "Time is one of the most precious things that we have, and we need to cherish it."
• "There's a lot of things that you really have to take into consideration when you're investing."