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Daniel
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Does a foreign national pay more taxes over a property than a US citizen? asked by Daniel

Daniel, I too am not a tax advisor, but I am a foreign nationl! If you are a resident of the US and pay US taxes I believe there are no diff... read more answered by Ruth Duance

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I hire contractor to replace my floor. He cashed out my check with pay $2400 / $3100.This project is work

Answered Mon May 12 2008, 09:43 by Lynn 911 Dal… - Alief - General Area
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Daniel
Home Buyer

Does a foreign national pay more taxes over a property than a US citizen? asked by Daniel

Daniel, I too am not a tax advisor, but I am a foreign nationl! If you are a resident of the US and pay US taxes I believe there are no diff... read more answered by Ruth Duance

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