Question 1

Is there a FinCEN Geographic Targeting Order (GTO) in City of Alexandria, City of Falls Church, City of Fairfax?

Accepted Answer

There was previously a FinCEN GTO covering The City of Alexandria, the City of Falls Church, and the City of Fairfax, Virginia. The order is currently superseded. This GTO covered three independent cities in Northern Virginia - Alexandria, Falls Church, and Fairfax City - which are legally separate from the surrounding counties. Together with Arlington County and Fairfax County (tracked separately), these jurisdictions formed the complete Northern Virginia GTO coverage area. The GTO was superseded on March 1, 2026 by FinCEN's nationwide residential real estate reporting rule.

Question 2

What is the reporting threshold for the City of Alexandria, City of Falls Church, City of Fairfax GTO?

Accepted Answer

The reporting threshold for this GTO is $300,000. Title insurance companies must report beneficial ownership information for legal entities purchasing residential real property for $300,000 or more in all-cash transactions within the covered jurisdiction.

Question 3

Who must comply with the FinCEN GTO in City of Alexandria, City of Falls Church, City of Fairfax?

Accepted Answer

Title insurance companies operating in The City of Alexandria, the City of Falls Church, and the City of Fairfax, Virginia must comply with this GTO. Specifically, they must: Beneficial ownership of legal entities making all-cash residential real estate purchases at or above $300,000; file a FinCEN Currency Transaction Report via BSA E-Filing System within 30 days of closing.

Question 4

When did the City of Alexandria, City of Falls Church, City of Fairfax FinCEN GTO take effect?

Accepted Answer

This GTO became effective on 2024-12-01. It is set to expire on 2026-02-28.

Question 5

Where can I find the official FinCEN order for City of Alexandria, City of Falls Church, City of Fairfax?

Accepted Answer

The official source for this GTO is available at https://www.fincen.gov/news/news-releases/fincen-renews-residential-real-estate-geographic-targeting-orders-0. The order PDF can be downloaded directly from https://www.fincen.gov/system/files/2024-10/Phase-19-Order-FINAL-508.pdf. Always verify current GTO status directly with FinCEN before making compliance decisions.

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