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Join us for an unparalleled journey into the realm of global real estate during this exclusive event! We promise a day filled with excitement, networking, and invaluable education tailored to REALTORS® who work with international clientele.

Event highlights include:

• 400 Central Showcase: Begin your day by immersing yourself in the luxurious ambiance of The Residences at 400 Central, a brand-new full-service luxury condo tower nestled in the heart of downtown St. Pete. Explore the epitome of 'elevated living' and discover the allure of this sought-after address. 
  • Then venture by walk (12 min) or drive (4 min) to the St. Pete Yacht Club 
• St. Pete Yacht Experience with Moneycorp: Set sail for success as Moneycorp, a leading financial institution specializing in money transfer and currency exchange, shares essential insights crucial for REALTORS® navigating international transactions. You'll gain a competitive edge in serving your global clientele with their expert guidance.
• Educational Session with Susan Poskus, CPA: Renowned CPA Susan Poskus unveils the latest updates on FIRPTA regulations and sheds light on the intricacies of dealing with foreign landlords. After hearing from her, you'll be empowered to provide valuable advice to your clients.
• Cocktail Networking Reception: Conclude your day on a high note by forging meaningful connections with fellow agents from across the Tampa Bay area, Orlando, Sarasota, and beyond. Exchange ideas, share experiences, and expand your professional network against the stunning backdrop of St. Pete's vibrant skyline.

Don't miss this chance to transcend borders, seize opportunities, and elevate your real estate expertise to new heights!

Meet your Speakers

Susan Poskus

Roberge Poskus International is the only certified public accounting firm in Florida that practices exclusively in the international tax area. The company is dedicated to servicing the special needs of foreign nationals investing in the United States and U.S. Citizens residing abroad. We have offices in Sarasota and St. Petersburg.

Our firm represents clients from all over the world and the U.S. in structuring the acquisition, operating and disposition of various types of business and real estate entities. We assist retirees purchasing a vacation home, multi-nationals immigrating to the United States, and a myriad of entities and structures in-between. We counsel U.S. individuals planning overseas business ventures. A significant portion of our practice involves providing tax advice to foreign persons for minimizing U.S. income and inheritance taxes.

Susan Poskus heads a team of CPAs and staff that has more than 100 years of cumulative international tax experience. Susan’s work experience spans the globe with assignments in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia dealing with international executives and international corporate personnel on cross border tax issues and transactions.

Ligia Araujo, Business Development Manager, Moneycorp

Ligia has been working with Moneycorp for the past 12 years where she develops and manages the Brazilian private business. She supervises all the BRL Brazilian trades in and out of Brazil, assisting clients and referring partners in guiding them through a very specific market that requires individualized attention and expertise. She makes sure that every client is accommodated with their specific international transfer needs and provides them with an excellent service to make sure every transaction happens smoothly in a timely manner.

Sponsor - Iva Slavtcheva, Senior Business Development Manager – Moneycorp USA

If you are a Real Estate Professional in Florida, chances are you have worked or will very soon work with a foreign national client. Understanding the international transfer process is crucial to a successful and timely closing. The Moneycorp team specialize in currency exchange and international payments and they can help your customers save thousands in comparison to using a traditional bank.

Specializing in personal money transfers, Iva has been directly working with individuals buying or selling properties internationally, emigrating, or simply covering overseas living expenses. She currently manages Global Partnerships at Moneycorp and loves helping Realtors grow their international business.

Sponsor - Flavia Portal, Mortgage Broker

Flavia Portal is a seasoned and accomplished Professional Mortgage Banker with over 23 years of experience, license in 28 states, committed to delivering exceptional service to our community and bringing a wealth of expertise to the dynamic landscape of the mortgage industry.

A distinctive strength in my professional journey is rooted in extensive experience working with Foreign National buyers, I am proficient in both Portuguese and Spanish, and working with Foreign National investors has added value to my background when serving such of diverse environment.

I am passionate about serving our community and look forward to assisting you in achieving your homeownership goals. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor, I am here to guide you through the mortgage process with expertise and dedication.