Answers by Michael Salamone

This is something to discuss with whomever is representing you (Your Agent). In this case it sounds like the buyers are making it a part of their negotiation.

FIRPTA is a tax law that imposes U.S. income tax on foreign persons selling U.S. real estate. Under FIRPTA, if you buy U.S. real estate from a foreign person, you may be required to withhold 10% of the amount realized from the sale. The amount realized is normally the purchase price.