Family Law
Selling Chinese Real Estate from Overseas: A Practical Guide to Title, Tax, Foreign Exchange and Remittance Compliance
Introduction: The sale is not finalized upon signing the contract For overseas Chinese descendants or foreign nationals owning property in China, selling real estate might seem straightforward. The seller finds a buyer, signs a sales contract, receives payment in renminbi, pays applicable taxes, and requests a Chinese bank to convert the remaining funds into foreign […]
Bridging the Gap: A Legal Guide for Foreign Heirs on Inheriting Real Estate and Assets in China
Losing a parent is an emotionally challenging experience, made even more complicated when geographical and legal boundaries stand between you and your rightful inheritance. In today’s globalized world, it is common for children to establish lives overseas, often obtaining foreign citizenship, while their parents maintain assets—such as real estate and savings—in their home country. When […]