International Investor Program |

Guidance for foreign investors acquiring and managing real estate in Greater Fort Lauderdale and Broward County

Fort Lauderdale Property Management works with international investors to acquire, lease, and manage residential real estate throughout Greater Fort Lauderdale and Broward County.

From our Fort Lauderdale office, we provide end-to-end support for private clients, corporations, and real estate funds. Our approach combines local market expertise, data-driven insights, and a strong network to identify and support investment opportunities across changing market conditions.

Acquisition, Leasing & Management

We support investors through the full lifecycle of a property—from acquisition to ongoing management.

Our services include:

Strong visuals make all the difference in today’s rental market. We showcase your property with professional photography and video tours designed to highlight its best features. With guidance on preparation and presentation, your listing stands out online, attracts more qualified interest, and helps secure a tenant faster.

Strategic Online Marketing

Property identification and evaluation
Market analysis and rental projections
Inspection, repair, and renovation coordination
Tenant placement and leasing
Full-service management, including rent collection, maintenance, and reporting

Our goal is to deliver a streamlined, hands-off experience while positioning your investment for long-term performance.

Support for International Buyers

Whether purchasing an investment property or relocating to South Florida, we provide the guidance needed to move forward with confidence.

Independent, market-based insights
Local expertise on neighborhoods and rental demand
Acquisition support and ongoing management

South Florida continues to attract international investors due to strong rental demand and long-term growth potential.

Tax Considerations for Foreign Investors

Foreign investors may be subject to a 30% withholding tax on rental income unless certain elections or structures are in place.

In many cases, electing to treat rental income as effectively connected with a U.S. trade or business allows taxation on net income after expenses.

We recommend working with a qualified tax professional familiar with U.S. real estate investments.

ITIN & Required Documentation

Foreign investors are typically required to obtain an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) to facilitate rent collection and disbursement.

Common documentation includes:

IRS Form W-7
IRS Form W-8ECI

Ongoing Management & Reporting

We handle the day-to-day operations of your investment, including rent collection, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting—providing transparency and ease of ownership.

Document Resources

Invest in Fort Lauderdale Real Estate with Confidence

We provide the local expertise and operational support international investors need to succeed in the South Florida market.

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Fort Lauderdale Property Management Guarantees

Rest Easy Knowing We’ve Got You Covered.

We stand behind our service with clear, owner-focused guarantees designed to give you confidence and peace of mind.

Risk-Free “Test Drive” Guarantee

Get started with confidence. If you're not 100% happy with our service, you not only have the flexibility to cancel with ZERO fee/penalty but we will also refund you any base management fees paid to Fort Lauderdale Property Management within the first 90 days.

No Commitment Guarantee

We believe in earning your business every day. That’s why we don’t rely on restrictive contracts to keep you with us, our management agreement will always be on a month to month basis.

Communication & Response Time Commitment

Our commitment to you is that all questions or inquiries will be acknowledged in 1 business day or less so you're never left wondering about your property

Tenant Placement Warranty

We are standing by our tenant screening and leasing process. If a tenant we place vacates the property or is evicted within the first 9 months of tenancy, we will re-rent the property at no additional cost to you.

Eviction Protection Guarantee

In the rare case of an eviction, in the first 12 months of the tenancy, we will pay for the eviction cost up to $1000 if a tenant we placed violates the lease in a manner that warrants an eviction: delinquent rent, excessive noise/damage or criminal behavior.

Pet Damage Guarantee

We take extra precautions with pet screening and provide added protection against potential pet-related damages. We provide up to $1,000 damage protection for each pet that has been approved during our screening process. This guarantee is for any damage above normal wear and tear that is not covered by the tenant's security deposit.

Ethics & Accountability Guarantee

We operate with transparency, integrity, and a commitment to doing what’s right for our clients and their investments. Fort Lauderdale Property Management guarantees that we are fully licensed in the State of Florida under the Department of Business and Professional Regulation to do business as your Licensed Agent/Broker ( Florida Real Estate Corporation License #CQ1074424). We Guarantee all bank accounts are registered as Trust Fund Accounts as required by the Florida Real Estate Commission (FREC).