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Last Updated: Oct 03, 2006

Tax Example: Rent

Non-resident couple's joint monthly rental income1 US$1,500 US$6,000 US$12,000
Annual Rental Income 18,000 72,000 144,000
= Taxable Income 18,000 72,000 144,000
Income Tax Rates
Flat Rate2 15% 2,700 10,800 21,600
Annual Income Tax Due US$2,700 US$10,800 US$21,600
Tax Due as % of Gross Income 15% 15% 15%
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DISCLAIMER: The information contained above is marketing material only and is not written tax advice directed at the particular facts and circumstances of any person and should not be relied upon. We encourage you to discuss your particular situation with us or an independent tax advisor. This information was last updated on October 3, 2006.

Notes


1The residential property is jointly owned by husband and wife, and is taxed jointly.

2Non-residents rental income is subject to flat tax rate of 15%. No deductions are allowed.

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