Inbound Investment

Structure Foreign Investment Into the United States

Guided analysis for non-U.S. investors entering the American market. Get ranked structure suggestions with treaty analysis, FIRPTA planning, and state comparisons.

The Challenge

Foreign investors face a maze of U.S. tax rules when structuring their American investments.

Treaty Complexity

The U.S. has tax treaties with 60+ countries, each with different provisions for dividends, interest, royalties, and capital gains.

FIRPTA Exposure

Foreign investors selling U.S. real property interests face up to 15% withholding under FIRPTA — proper structuring can mitigate this.

Entity Selection

LLC, C-Corp, LP, or foreign holdco? The wrong entity choice can mean double taxation or unexpected filing obligations.

Comprehensive Inbound Analysis

Every angle covered — from treaty benefits to state formation decisions.

Guided Questionnaire

Answer questions about your investment type, home country, expected income, and goals — no tax expertise required.

Ranked Suggestions

Get multiple structure options scored and ranked based on your specific profile. See why one option scores higher than another.

Treaty Analysis

Automatic analysis of applicable tax treaty provisions between your home country and the U.S., including LOB considerations.

FIRPTA Planning

Identify FIRPTA exposure early and evaluate structures that minimize or eliminate U.S. real property withholding obligations.

State Comparison

Compare formation in Delaware, Florida, Texas, Wyoming, and California — see franchise taxes, filing fees, and privacy rules side by side.

Visual Diagrams

See your suggested structure as a visual diagram with entity relationships, ownership flows, and tax implications clearly labeled.

How It Works

1

Answer Questions

Tell us about your investment — type, home country, expected revenue, property involvement, and long-term goals.

2

Review Ranked Suggestions

Get scored structure options with detailed analysis of treaty benefits, tax implications, and compliance requirements.

3

Implement with Confidence

Use the detailed analysis and visual diagrams to work with your advisors and implement the optimal structure.

Ranked Structure Suggestions

Get personalized recommendations scored against your specific investment profile.

Suggested Structures for Your Investment
Treaty Holdco Structure
Netherlands BV holding U.S. LLC — leverages NL-US treaty for reduced withholding
92
/ 100
Best Match
U.S. Blocker Corporation
Delaware C-Corp blocks ECI exposure — simpler but higher effective tax rate
85
/ 100
Direct LLC (Check-the-Box)
Pass-through taxation — requires annual U.S. tax return filing by foreign owner
71
/ 100

Start Your Inbound Analysis

Answer a few questions and get ranked structure suggestions tailored to your investment.