U.S. Estate Tax for Foreign Investors 

U.S. Estate Tax for Foreign Investors: Form 706-NA & Asset Planning Help . Own U.S. assets but live abroad? We help foreign estates navigate IRS estate tax rules, Form 706-NA, and treaty relief.

Pain Points We Solve 

Foreign individuals with U.S. assets often overlook estate tax exposure. Common challenges include: 

  • Unawareness of U.S. estate tax rules for nonresidents 
  • Confusion over what qualifies as “U.S. situs property” 
  • No clear guidance on Form 706-NA filing thresholds 
  • Fear of 40% estate tax on U.S. real estate, stocks, or LLC interests 
  • Difficulty coordinating cross-border estate planning and valuation 
  • Missed treaty benefits or deductions for foreign estates 

Our Solutions 

At Expat Tax Compass, we help foreign estates and advisors stay compliant and minimize U.S. estate tax exposure: 

  • Form 706-NA Preparation & Filing 
  •  We prepare the U.S. estate tax return for nonresident decedents and ensure all assets are properly reported. 
  • U.S. Situs Asset Review 
  •  We clarify which assets are taxable — including real estate, stocks, LLCs, and tangible property. 
  • Estate Tax Treaty Optimization 
  •  We apply treaty benefits to reduce or eliminate U.S. estate tax where applicable. 
  • Valuation & Deduction Guidance 
  •  We assist with asset valuation, allowable deductions, and executor responsibilities. 
  • Cross-Border Coordination 
  •  We work with foreign attorneys and advisors to align U.S. filings with local estate procedures. 
  • Flat-Fee Packages & Bilingual Support 
  •  Transparent pricing and resources in English and Spanish. 

Who We Help

We work with: 

  • Foreign individuals who own U.S. real estate or stocks 
  • Nonresident decedents with U.S. situs assets 
  • International families managing cross-border estates 
  • Foreign executors and legal advisors 
  • Global investors planning for U.S. estate tax exposure 

Foreign Estate with U.S. Assets? Let’s Get It Right. 
Let Expat Tax Compass be your guide. 
Schedule a consult or download our Foreign Estate Tax Checklist to get started.