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Today's comment is by Bob Bauman JD, former Congressman and now author and Legal Counsel for The Sovereign Society. Dear A-Letter Reader, I know I often write about the disturbing trends here in the United States, but regardless, I still sincerely ...[Read More]
Hello my name is Bob Ritchie Click Onto Any Blue Topic Or Picture For More Information I am an American that has been living in Brazil for over six years now. I have permanent residence here in Brazil and will be glade to help those people that would like ...[Read More]
Click Onto Author's Picture & Links Below José C. Santiago BIO About Us By José C. Santiago Permanent Visas in Brazil By José C. Santiago Brazil: Myths and Facts Regarding the Investment Visa Program By José C. Santiago ...[Read More]
8 Reasons to Invest in Brazil's Real Estate By Jose Santiago Brazil has become one of the most desired countries for foreigners looking to acquire a second home, to live or retire, and also for people just looking to investing in real estate. There ...[Read More]
Permanent Visas in Brazil By Jose Santiago Immigration visas to Brazil will be granted only to applicants who satisfy special requirements established by the Brazilian National Immigration Council or the Ministry of Labor. In principle, there are seven ...[Read More]
Brazil: Myths and Facts Regarding the Investment Visa Program By Jose Santiago Firstly, the Investment Visa Program was created by the Brazil's National Immigration Council Resolution Number 60/2004 with the intent to increase foreign investments in ...[Read More]
Legal Aspects of Acquiring Real Estate in Brazil By Jose Santiago Brazil is internationally known for its natural beauty, beaches, nice weather, carnival, music and culture. But now, it has become one of the most wanted countries for foreigners looking ...[Read More]
The Closing Process in Brazil By Jose Santiago Here is a description of the closing process that takes place in Brazil, when buying property. 1. It all starts when the seller signs a purchase and sale contract, known in Brazil as the "Intrumento/Compromisso ...[Read More]
The Brazilian Resident Investor Program for Foreigners By Jose Santiago Brazil's National Immigration Council (NIC) issued Resolution 60/04 on October 6, 2004, which supersedes Resolution 28 of November 25, 1998, with respect to the issuance of permanent ...[Read More]
Brazil: Squatters Rights (Usucapião) - Be Aware! By Jose Santiago Brazilian Law describes the way by which one can acquire the title to land. One of the methods is the "usucapião", known as adverse possession or squatter rights. ...[Read More]
Tax Information for Foreigners in Brazil Part 1 By Jose Santiago Taxation of Individuals In order to keep and maintain your CPF number valid, once it has been issued to you, you have to do an income tax declaration or a declaration of exempt every year ...[Read More]
Tax Information for Foreigners in Brazil Part 2 By Jose Santiago Taxation of Individuals We contine with part 2 of Jose's article helping foreigners who live in Brazil understand how the tax system works. To read part 3 click the relevant link at the ...[Read More]
Tax Information for Foreigners in Brazil Part 3 By Jose Santiago Taxation of Individuals We contine with part 3 of Jose's article helping foreigners who live in Brazil understand how the tax system works. To read part 4 click the relevant link at the ...[Read More]
Tax Information for Foreigners in Brazil Part 4 By Jose Santiago We contine with the fourth and final part of Jose's article helping foreigners who live in Brazil understand how the tax system works. To read the previous parts click the relevant link ...[Read More]
Brazil: Annual Procedures to Keep Your CPF Number Valid By Jose Santiago Every person who holds a CPF number, regardless of whether they are living in Brazil or not, and was dispensed from presenting the regular Income Tax or "Declaracao Anual de ...[Read More]
LIST OF CONSULAR JURISDICTIONS IN THE UNITED STATES Brazilian Consulate General in Boston The Stattler Building 20 Park Plaza, suite 810 Boston, MA 02116 Phone: (617) 542-4000 Fax: (617) 542-4318 E-mail: cgbos@consulatebrazil.org http://www.consulatebrazil.org ...[Read More]
Brazil: International Money Transfers By Jose Santiago Banco Central do Brasil" is the government body that regulates and oversees all international money transfers coming in and out of Brazil. Due to the increase in international money laundering ...[Read More]
Brazil: The Importance of a Title Search When Buying Real Estate By Jose Santiago An opinion of title is one of the most important documents in a Brazilian real estate transaction. It is an attorney's professional opinion of the condition of title, ...[Read More]
Brazil: Restrictions for Foreigners When Buying Rural Properties By Jose Santiago July 31, 2007 There has been an increase of purchases of rural areas by foreign individuals. Nonetheless, pursuant to Law number 5.709/71, there are many restrictions for ...[Read More]
Brazil: Having a Child Abroad for US Citizens By Michael Stewart and Jose Santiago May 28, 2007 If a United States citizen has a child in another country, that child should be reported to the nearest US Embassy or consulate to establish an official record ...[Read More]
Careful When Buying Pre-Construction Properties in Brazil! By Jose Santiago May 22, 2007 Buying pre-construction or off plan properties (known as "lancamentos" in Portuguese) in Brazil requires the same amount of homework needed when buying a ...[Read More]
Understanding Brazil: Sending Money Home from a Real Estate Deal By Jose Santiago The frequency of wire transfers out of Brazil is increasing in frequenty, due to the latest increase in the value of the Brazilian Real compared, specially, to the American ...[Read More]
How to Hire a Lawyer in Brazil Part 1 By Jose Santiago Hiring a lawyer in Brazil is no different from anywhere in the world. Start by asking your friends and relatives for referrals, do some internet shopping, participate in online forums. You can also ...[Read More]
How to Hire a Lawyer in Brazil Part 2 By Jose Santiago Here is the second part of Jose's article with advice on hiring a lawyer in Brazil. To read the first part click the relevant link at the end of the article. When it comes to hiring real estate ...[Read More]
How to Hire a Lawyer in Brazil Part 3 By Jose Santiago Here is the third and final part of Jose's article, with advice on hiring a lawyer in Brazil. To read the previous parts click the relevant link at the end of the article. Once I had a client who ...[Read More]
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