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Set up an Offshore Self-Directed IRA (LLC)
Those looking to take greater control of their IRA and invest their funds in a foreign jurisdiction have two primary options: they can set up an orthodox self-directed IRA with a custodian which permits offshore investing, or they can form an offshore LLC through which to invest their self-directed IRA.
In this article, we...
Corporate Structure: What is it and How are they Managed?
Corporate structure refers to the fundamental organisation of different departments and business units within a corporate entity. The basic corporate structure of different companies varies greatly depending upon their approach, objectives, and nature of business. Corporate structure can also vary across...
Holding Company Structure: How Does it Work & How to Start One
Holding companies are effective structural tools which business owners can use to protect their assets and reduce liability risks to their organisation. Holding companies have a number of important functions, such as optimising taxes, lowering investment requirements, minimising costs, and increasing efficiency.
Fraudulent Conveyance: Is There a Statute of Limitations?
Fraudulent conveyance is defined as an illegal or unfair transfer of assets with the intention to place them out of reach of a creditor who has a legal claim to them. It is also known as fraudulent transfer.
There are two main types of fraudulent conveyance: the first is referred to as “actual fraud”. It is performed with ...
Onshore vs Offshore Companies: What's the Difference?
One of the key considerations when looking to incorporate a company is whether to form the company in an ‘onshore’ or ‘offshore’ corporate environment. Each country has its own unique financial landscape and with it, its own advantages and disadvantages. Some countries resemble a more traditional corporate environment like Ca...
Differences Between Tax Evasion, Tax Avoidance and Tax Planning
If you own a business, you generally have the right to organize it in a way that ensures you pay no more taxes than necessary. This strategy, known as tax avoidance, involves using legal means to reduce taxes.
It is not the same thing as tax evasion, which is the practice of violating your country's laws and paying less than...
Offshore Gold Storage: Gold Bullion Investment in an Offshor...
Gold is one of the few physical assets has consistently increased in value over time. It remains a sound financial strategy for financial diversification as it is reliable and has a degree of trust that non-tangible assets do not have. Putting part of your savings in gold helps mitigate risk and financial uncertainty from...
What are the Pros and Cons of Offshore Tax Havens
Tax regulations vary widely across different jurisdictions. Certain countries are well known for the numerous tax benefits which they offer for their tax residents and/or offshore companies, trusts, and other financial vehicles which are based there. These favourable jurisdictions, which offer significant tax...
Foreign Earned Income Exclusion Act (FEIEA)
The United States is currently one of only two nations which taxes its citizens on all worldwide income, regardless of where it was earned and where they permanently reside. This can create an unfortunate situation for long-term US expats who are tax residents of a foreign country, whereby they may be required to pay...
What are Bearer Shares? Benefits & Risks
The infamous bearer share has long been part of offshore terminology. You may have come across the concept yourself when researching offshore financial strategies. There is a bit of a taboo surrounding these instruments, as in the past they were associated with dubious acts to hide and launder money, evade taxes...
What is Store of Value & How to Find the Best Value Out There
To define it simply, a “store of value” is any asset which reliably maintains its value without depreciating over time and can thus be used to transfer purchasing power to the future. Some of the basic requirements for an asset to be deemed a reliable store of value include: There should be sufficient demand for this asset...
Tax Obligations of Incorporating an Offshore Company in a Ta...
New Tax Laws and Regulations in the Offshore Company Formation Industry
The International financial industry has changed dramatically in the last years since 2010 and will continue to do so. No longer are numbered Swiss Bank Accounts the norm and gone are the days of evading taxes through traditional offshore tax havens or ...
Global Diversification with Flag Theory
What is Flag Theory?
Flag Theory is an offshore diversification strategy aimed at internationalizing all aspects of your life. It is about creating an offshore plan for business, banking, investments, residency, citizenship, taxes and digital footprint so that you can maximize your freedom while protecting your assets and reduci...
Offshore Financial Survival Strategies
Offshore Financial planning is the initial step in creating a holistic offshore strategy to take to control and protect your assets. An effective management plan ensures an asset protection strategy is implemented effectively given the circumstances and environment which will help protect your assets, reduce your tax burden and d...
Internationalize Your Life with Offshore Diversification
Internationalizing isn't a new concept. In fact, it has been around for centuries. People have always sought out different means to increase their freedom of expression whether through lifestyle or business.
Today there is more opportunity than ever to harness the power of global markets.
Creating a global diversification strat...
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