FIRPTA Non-Foreign Affidavit - California

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At nearly every real estate sale, the seller certifies under federal law (FIRPTA) that they are not a foreign person, so the buyer does not have to withhold tax. At nearly every real estate sale, the seller certifies under federal law (FIRPTA) that they are not a foreign person, so the buyer does not have to withhold tax.

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Who this form is for

At nearly every real estate sale, the seller certifies under federal law (FIRPTA) that they are not a foreign person, so the buyer does not have to withhold tax.

What you'll need

Read the original packet's instructions and check the receiving agency's requirements.
Have the requested document details and acceptable identification ready.

How to complete it

Fill in the seller information Use the seller’s exact legal name and taxpayer ID.
Sign before a notary Escrow and title companies often want it notarized. Bring a current, government-issued photo ID.

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