What happens with inheritance if a Mexican citizen has a property in Miami? Can my family inherit the property?

🏠 Can your family inherit your property in Miami?

✅ Yes. U.S. real estate owned by a Mexican citizen can be passed to heirs, such as your spouse, children, or other relatives, regardless of nationality.

⚠️ BUT: There’s a Major U.S. Estate Tax Issue for Foreign Owners

• Non-resident aliens (i.e., foreign owners with no U.S. residency or citizenship) are subject to U.S. estate tax on their U.S.-based assets over $60,000 USD at the time of death.
   
• That includes real estate — so if your Miami property is worth more than $60,000, your estate may be taxed up to 40% before your family receives the inheritance.
   

🛡️ How to Protect Your Heirs from U.S. Estate Tax

To avoid or reduce this tax burden, many Mexican buyers choose to:

✅ Buy the property through a U.S. LLC or foreign-owned entity

• This keeps the real estate out of your personal estate for tax purposes
   
• Instead of inheriting the property directly, your heirs inherit shares of the company
   

✅ Use a trust or other estate planning vehicle

• A properly structured trust can simplify transfer and avoid probate
   
• Advanced planning can help legally minimize or defer estate taxes
   

📑 Additional Considerations

• Mexico does not impose inheritance tax, but reporting obligations may apply
   
• If your heirs are minors or reside in Mexico, it’s important to consider guardianship, tax treaties, and cross-border estate logistics
   

💡 Final Tip

Without planning, your heirs may face costly delays, estate tax exposure, and legal complexity.
With planning, inheritance can be smooth, tax-efficient, and private.

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Meet Antonio Aguirre

Broker Associate | Realtor® based in Miami, FL

With over 20 years of real estate experience, Antonio Aguirre is a trusted expert helping buyers, sellers, and investors—both local and international—make smart, strategic decisions in one of the most competitive markets in the U.S.

Antonio’s career began by opening offices, recruiting, training, and mentoring agents across the U.S. and Latin America. His leadership and consistent results have earned him multiple industry recognitions, and his global perspective allows him to understand and meet the diverse needs of his clients.

Today, Antonio leads a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering comprehensive, transparent, and personalized service. Whether you’re investing in pre-construction, exploring private equity opportunities, or looking for existing properties, Antonio has the knowledge, network, and resources to help you secure the best possible deal.

A true Miamian at heart, Antonio is passionate about watersports and gastronomy—qualities that reflect his energetic, detailed, and client-centered approach to real estate.

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