Category: Asset Protection
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Navigating U.S. Tax Day: Top 5 Tips for Offshore Investors
As Tax Day approaches in the United States, offshore investors managing their assets and financial interests across borders need to be particularly vigilant about their tax obligations to avoid penalties and maximize their investment potential. Below are five essential tips to help offshore investors stay compliant and optimize their tax strategies when dealing with U.S.…
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Navigating Uncertain Waters: Japanese Strategy, Brazilian Turbulence, and Global Market Dynamics
In the realm of global finance, the interplay between nations’ economies and policies can have far-reaching effects, often sending ripples across the world’s markets. Recent developments in Japanese investment strategy and Brazilian political turbulence serve as potent reminders of the interconnected nature of our global financial ecosystem. As we unpack these occurrences, investors and market…
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Bitcoin Has 6 Months Until ETF “Liquidity Crisis”
Bitcoin faces a “sell-side liquidity crisis” by September if institutional inflows continue, an industry analyst says. In a thread on X on March 12, Ki Young Ju, founder and CEO of on-chain analytics platform CryptoQuant, predicted a BTC supply watershed “within six months.” Ki: Bitcoin bears “can’t win” while ETF flows continue Bitcoin as an…
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Island Paradises Compared: Palau, Micronesia, and the Marshall Islands for Expats
Choosing an offshore location for living, investment, or retirement is no small decision for an expat. The Pacific Islands, with their stunning landscapes and unique cultures, offer intriguing possibilities. Among these, Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), and the Republic of the Marshall Islands stand out for their distinctive appeal. But how do these…
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The Tide of Liquidity: Navigating a Future of Rising Asset Prices
In the ever-evolving landscape of global finance, liquidity is the lifeblood that drives markets and influences asset prices. Recent trends suggest that we are on the cusp of a significant period characterized by net liquidity inflows, which are poised to push asset prices to new heights. This phenomenon, driven by various factors including monetary policy,…
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Navigating the Storm: Understanding the Potential Black Swan Event from Brazil to America
The global financial market is a complex web of interrelated economies, where the flutter of a butterfly’s wing in one part of the world can set off a tornado across the globe. In this blog post, we delve into a hypothetical yet plausible scenario: a black swan financial crisis originating from Brazil, sweeping through Japan,…
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The End of BTFP: What It Means for Investors and the Offshore Market
The Federal Reserve Board recently announced that the Bank Term Funding Program (BTFP), a significant financial tool initiated during a period of economic uncertainty, will cease making new loans as planned on March 11. This development is crucial for offshore investors and global markets, as it marks a significant shift in the monetary policy landscape.…
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IRS Cracks Down on High-Income Non-Filers: What It Means for Offshore Investors
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has recently taken a decisive step towards addressing tax compliance among high-income earners. In a significant policy shift, the IRS announced it would begin sending notices to thousands of individuals who have failed to file tax returns for at least one year between 2017 and 2022 and have reported incomes…
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Navigating the Crossroads: The United States, the OECD, and the Future of International Taxation
In 2025, the United States Congress will stand at a pivotal crossroads, facing a decision with far-reaching implications for international taxation, tax competition, and the global economy at large. The choice before it is stark and consequential: to align with the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) proposed tax increases, or to assert autonomy…