Why Partner with Colao International
Understanding different jurisdictions and laws in different areas can be complex
Sourcing and accessing the off-market listing can be a challenge as most countries do not have an MLS
Financing is difficult for non-residents
Broker relationships and deal structures differ everywhere
Luxury standards are inconsistent from country to country
Negotiation norms are not universal
What We Can Offer You
Time.
Time is the most valuable commodity we have, why spend it trying to understand real estate markets, financing regulations, ownership structures, visit countless properties that may or may not correspond to your criteria and finally find the right professionals to assist you pre and post closing?
Expertise.
Most real estate transactions come with a need for both pre and post closing support including finding the subject property, financial and legal assistance, and contracting the right architectural design service and construction experts. As a professional firm with a background in architecture and construction, not only do we partner with the right team upfront to ensure a smooth transaction but we also can interview and help negotiate contractual services. This ensures that the right professionals are selected and that they aren't being pushed by on the ground individuals who benefit from their use.
Discretion.
Our clients are often in the public eye. We understand their need for their personal lives to be private. As an extension of them, and their office, we create a shield of privacy and discretion in the process.
Financial Transparency.
With everyone trying to get their "share” of larger financial transactions, we try to identify properly all the players, their roll and their financial benefit in order to create greater clarity in the process to both facilitate the transaction but also ensure, as best as we can, the most fair outcome for our clients.
How We Can Help
Brokerage and Deal Structures.
Colao International Partners navigates varying national rules for representation, commissions, and offer procedures. This ensures clients are properly represented and never locked into an unfavorable structure.
Foreign Financing Solutions.
Recognizing the difficulty of securing loans with foreign income, the firm identifies viable financing options and negotiates seller-finance structures, enabling purchases even when local banks decline non-residents.
Ownership Law Clarification.
The legal team clarifies complex ownership laws, which may range from full freehold to leaseholds, corporate entities, or nominee arrangements. This ensures clients fully understand the asset being acquired and the extent of their rights.
Legal Systems and Contract Enforcement.
The firm coordinates with vetted international attorneys to ensure clean title, enforceable contracts, and real legal protection. This is critical in jurisdictions where legal recourse can be slow or unpredictable compared to U.S. standards.
Cost and Tax Structure Mapping.
Colao International Partners maps out the full cost structure, detailing potentially high and complex fees such as foreign-buyer taxes, stamp duties, transfer fees, and capital-gains rules, preventing unexpected financial surprises.
Culturally Informed Negotiation.
The firm coordinates with vetted international attorneys to ensure clean title, enforceable contracts, and real legal protection. This is critical in jurisdictions where legal recourse can be slow or unpredictable compared to U.S. standards.
Market Transparency and Valuation.
In markets lacking centralized MLS systems, the firm leverages private networks, local brokers, and on-the-ground intelligence to determine the true value of a property, ensuring transparency in opaque environments.
Risk Modeling and Economic Stability.
The firm models risks associated with exchange-rate swings, inflation, and political shifts to ensure the long-term financial soundness of the investment.
Rental Viability Assessment.
A clear view of rental viability, operating costs, and income potential is provided, factoring in diverse tenant-favorable laws and strict short-term rental regulations that vary widely by country.
Bureaucratic Closing Coordination.
Colao International Partners coordinates the entire closing process, managing requirements such as notaries, official stamps, in-person appointments, or translated documents to keep the transaction on track despite slow, bureaucratic procedures.
Proactive Exit Strategy Development.
Before purchase, the firm analyzes resale demand, local buyer pools, repatriation rules, and taxes to ensure a well-defined and strategically sound exit plan.
Construction and Development Management.
Selecting and managing architects, designers, and contractors abroad is challenging due to significant variations in quality, standards, timelines, and communication by country. Colao International Partners provides comprehensive support to ensure project success:
choose reputable architects and designers
source reliable contractors and builders
manage expectations, timelines, and budgets
navigate differing building codes, materials, and construction standards
avoid the common pitfalls foreigners face in renovation and development projects
How We Can Help
Brokerage and Deal Structures. Colao International Partners navigates varying national rules for representation, commissions, and offer procedures. This ensures clients are properly represented and never locked into an unfavorable structure.
Foreign Financing Solutions. Recognizing the difficulty of securing loans with foreign income, the firm identifies viable financing options and negotiates seller-finance structures, enabling purchases even when local banks decline non-residents.
Ownership Law Clarification. The legal team clarifies complex ownership laws, which may range from full freehold to leaseholds, corporate entities, or nominee arrangements. This ensures clients fully understand the asset being acquired and the extent of their rights.
Legal Systems and Contract Enforcement. The firm coordinates with vetted international attorneys to ensure clean title, enforceable contracts, and real legal protection. This is critical in jurisdictions where legal recourse can be slow or unpredictable compared to U.S. standards.
Cost and Tax Structure Mapping. Colao International Partners maps out the full cost structure, detailing potentially high and complex fees such as foreign-buyer taxes, stamp duties, transfer fees, and capital-gains rules, preventing unexpected financial surprises.
Culturally Informed Negotiation. Offer strategies are guided by local culture, expectations, and market behavior, adapting negotiation norms that differ significantly from U.S. practices to achieve optimal terms.
Market Transparency and Valuation. In markets lacking centralized MLS systems, the firm leverages private networks, local brokers, and on-the-ground intelligence to determine the true value of a property, ensuring transparency in opaque environments.
Risk Modeling and Economic Stability. The firm models risks associated with exchange-rate swings, inflation, and political shifts to ensure the long-term financial soundness of the investment.
Rental Viability Assessment. A clear view of rental viability, operating costs, and income potential is provided, factoring in diverse tenant-favorable laws and strict short-term rental regulations that vary widely by country.
Bureaucratic Closing Coordination. Colao International Partners coordinates the entire closing process, managing requirements such as notaries, official stamps, in-person appointments, or translated documents to keep the transaction on track despite slow, bureaucratic procedures.
Proactive Exit Strategy Development. Before purchase, the firm analyzes resale demand, local buyer pools, repatriation rules, and taxes to ensure a well-defined and strategically sound exit plan.
Construction and Development Management. Selecting and managing architects, designers, and contractors abroad is challenging due to significant variations in quality, standards, timelines, and communication by country. Colao International Partners provides comprehensive support to ensure project success:
choose reputable architects and designers
source reliable contractors and builders
manage expectations, timelines, and budgets
navigate differing building codes, materials, and construction standards
avoid the common pitfalls foreigners face in renovation and development projects