German Inheritance Tax, known as "Erbschaftsteuer," is a crucial consideration for those who are recipients of German assets due to a person's passing. This tax, specific to Germany, is applicable to individuals receiving inheritances, whether they are legal heirs,...
International Tax and Business Entities
Setting Up A Company in Dubai
Setting up a company in mainland Dubai or within one of its free trade zones presents a U.S. or EU client with distinct advantages and disadvantages. The international law firm , with its presence in the U.S., EU, and Dubai, can play a...
How Our Firm Supports Middle Eastern Businesses and Investors in the U.S. and Europe
is a distinguished international law firm with a global presence, including offices in the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East/Dubai. Our mission is to facilitate cross-border investment, asset transactions, tax planning, marketing...
Understanding Portugal’s Golden Visa Program Updates
Portugal's Golden Visa program has long been recognized as a pathway to residency for investors. However, as of January 2022, the landscape has significantly evolved. Let's break down the key elements: Real Estate Investment Investors were previously able to invest in...
Global turmoil, economic volatility and overseas investments
With much of the world caught off-guard by the recent events in Eastern Europe, the far-reaching impact has influenced a number of people across the globe. People with international investments, for example, have expressed concern about the reverberations of war and...
Understand the tax treaty between Germany and the U.S.
When German citizens have business interests in the United States, they may need to pay taxes in both countries. However, they may be able to take advantage of the income tax treaty. According to the Internal Revenue Service, a tax treaty is an arrangement that the...
Double taxation for US expats in Germany
Thousands of US citizens reside in Germany, so it's vital to understand how German residency affects US taxes. Many American citizens are attracted to the business-friendly culture of Germany, and some reside in Germany while serving at a US military duty station....
Understanding international taxation
International taxation is one of the most complex and challenging aspects of doing business across national borders for New York companies. There are plenty of big advantages to going international, but dealing with the taxes is more than just a matter of accounting;...
Florida Corporate Entities
Florida offers many types of business entities that can limit the liability of its principals. The three main types of business entities are partnerships, corporations and limited liability companies. A General Partnership is an unincorporated business owned by two or...
Doing Business in Germany
A German GmbH can be set up by one or more individuals or entities, usually without restrictions. It is an excellent vehicle to gain access to a thriving market, giving the US investor a local presence in Germany and the European Union. Urban Thier & Federer...