Buying a home in Orlando: the complete guide for Brazilians

Orlando combines three things that rarely appear together: constant tourism with more than 70 million visitors a year, an economy growing above the US average, and property that is still more affordable than Miami or New York. For a Brazilian, that means income in dollars, solid historical appreciation and a liquid market — well-located homes sell quickly when you decide to exit. It is also a destination your family already knows, which lowers the anxiety of buying far from home.

Legally there is no barrier: the United States lets any foreigner own property, without requiring a visa, green card or residency. You buy as an individual or through a company (LLC), and the choice depends on estate and tax planning — not on permission. Daniel Dourado, who has closed 58 transactions in Magic Village alone, guides Brazilians through this process end to end, in Portuguese, aligning each step with the rules of both countries.

The process starts with setting a budget and getting pre-approved (if financing) or proving funds (if paying cash). With your agent you select homes, tour them in person or by video and submit a written offer. Once accepted, the contract is signed and you deposit earnest money — typically 1%–2% of the price — into an escrow account. The money does not go to the seller; it is held by a neutral title company.

Next come the home inspection, the title search and the appraisal if there is financing. This is the due-diligence window, in which you can still renegotiate or walk away within the contract clauses. With everything approved, closing is scheduled: you sign the documents, wire the balance, and the deed is recorded in your name. All cash, the whole cycle takes 30–45 days; with financing, 45–60 days because of the lender review.

The document list is short. You need a valid passport to identify yourself, an ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) — the taxpayer number for people without a Social Security number — and a US bank account to move funds and pay the property bills. The ITIN is requested from the IRS and usually arrives within a few weeks; the account can be opened at banks that serve foreigners, often remotely, with the agent’s support.

If you buy through an LLC, the company formation documents and the EIN (the US tax ID) are added. For financing, the lender asks for proof of income and reserves, usually in English and sometimes with a certified translation. None of these steps requires you to be in the US: most are handled remotely, and closing can be done at a distance with a power of attorney. Daniel organizes this paperwork so the client never misses a deadline.