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29th September 2009
Offshore banking has always been surrounded with an aura of mysticism with rich and often criminal people hiding their assets on a far away island where no taxes are being paid. The media is full of stories where offshore banking and criminality are tight... Read >
Author: R Pavlik28th September 2009
Bond villains, corrupt dictators and even Bono can lay claim to offshore bank accounts. But what about the rest of us? Does anyone really need an offshore bank account, and how much money do you need to make it worthwhile?
Getting an offshore bank acco... Read >
Author: Offshorebanking24th September 2009
As we continue through recessionary times, 2009 seems a very unlikely year for many of us to consider depositing our savings into an offshore bank account. However, with speculations abound that a brighter financial future may already be in sight, offshor... Read >
Author: MarkeD24th September 2009
When we think of the financial 'centre' of the UK we immediately think of London. However, in recent years another location - that just so happens to be in the geographic 'centre' of the British Isles - has established itself as an important economic regi... Read >
Author: MarkeD16th September 2009
The offshore banking dream is persistent. When people think of offshore bank accounts they think of yachts, fast cars and perhaps a balmy tax have lifestyle to complement it.
Maybe it involves moving to another country entirely, life in a far land supp... Read >
Author: Offshorebanking08th September 2009
Offshore banking is nothing more complicated than banking in a country where you are not a citizen or resident. If you live in the US, banking in Canada is just as much "offshore" as banking somewhere more exotic like the Caribbean or a Pacific island.
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Author: Offshorebanking18th August 2009
Offshore banking can be of great convenience to many people for a variety of reasons. It allows customers to access their money from anywhere in the world, which is a great perk for people living or working internationally, or even those who are going tra... Read >
Author: Vicky Cochrane17th August 2009
Busy businesses searching for ways to maximise their profit margins and scale their businesses could find that the specialist services provided by international banking could be just the financial solution they're looking for. Whether running an internati... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton30th July 2009
Private offshore banking can open up a world of opportunity for the private investor. Although you don't have to be super-rich there's no denying that private offshore banking only makes sense for those with substantial sums to invest. A guideline could b... Read >
Author: Offshorebanking27th July 2009
There has been a lot of talk about offshore tax evasion in the news lately. Especially in regards to UBS and new offshore tax evasion enforcement efforts between the U.S. and Switzerland. Unfortunately, many taxpayers do not pay much attention to these is... Read >
Author: Roni Deutch18th July 2009
Nowadays, the best possible way to buy gold is to buy online which is quite easy and is delivered right at your doorstep. But to buy gold online, one thing which troubles is that an individual has to give their personal details to the vendor such as passp... Read >
Author: Superior Gold Group09th July 2009
Opening an offshore account online is the easiest and most-cost effective way of getting your funds from A to B. Having said that, there are many pitfalls associated with this kind of search. It's not only your money that you are entrusting to a website y... Read >
Author: Offshorebanking02nd July 2009
Introduction - We are no longer opening Panama corporations, foundations or bank accounts. We are also not using any of the tax havens for our clients banking anymore. This is because the offshore banking legal environment is changing rapidly. Hong Kong, ... Read >
Author: Aurelia30th June 2009
We are a licensed Guatemala law firm specializing in Asset Protection, Offshore Bank Accounts in Panama, Belize, Saint Vincent Grenadines, and Guatemala, Formation of Panama Corporations and Foundations, Panama Real Estate and Immigration, Signatory Servi... Read >
Author: Aurelia29th June 2009
Introduction – We are going to discuss the movement of funds from your own country or another country to an offshore bank presumably in an offshore tax haven. We are not going to discuss any illegal scenarios.
Why do People Move Money and Assets Offs... Read >
Author: Aurelia29th June 2009
Offshore banking is becoming increasingly popular among private depositors, international investors and businesses of all kinds. Yet countless consumers are still unsure as to what the major advantages of holding an offshore bank account are. Here’s a q... Read >
Author: Adam Singleton22nd June 2009
There are certain things you should know before opening an offshore bank account - things that can save you a lot of time and frustration. The following 7 facts about offshore banking offer a useful insight and a good starting point to the process.
1. ... Read >
Author: David MacGregor18th June 2009
What are the advantages to put your money into an offshore banking account?When individuals see that their money is taxed at the same rate as the country in which it's deposited, they become curious about offshore banking accounts. By depositing your mone... Read >
Author: Tariq Ghazi17th June 2009
The global financial crisis that has nearly incapacitated the economies of the world has brought insurmountable havoc and confusion to the still bewildered people, of all walks of life. Truly, none was spared by the dreaded menace. Thousands are losing jo... Read >
Author: darewin ocampo06th June 2009
Switzerland and Denmark have agreed at a technical level to the extension of administrative assistance in tax matters under Art. 26 of the OECD odel Convention. The tax authorities of both States initialed a revised double taxation agreement (DTA). The DT... Read >
Author: IncoIntertrust06th June 2009
If you are planning on visiting Costa Rica, getting married in the country or are considering moving to the country to buy property, it is a good idea to get in touch with a law firm in Costa Rica that can help you understand the laws of the country when ... Read >
Author: articlelink01@gmail.com02nd June 2009
All offshore banks will of course let you deposit and withdraw money. Offshore banks normally also issue credit cards or debit cards to help you do so. A credit card or debit card from an offshore bank works just like any other credit or debit card. It ca... Read >
Author: Mogens Eliasen18th May 2009
It’s probably safe to say that most people like to get as much mileage out of their money as possible. At a basic level, this may involve simply avoiding unnecessary spending on luxury items, thereby accumulating a sizeable little sum over a number of y... Read >
Author: Vicky Cochrane01st May 2009
While offshore bank accounts are not for everyone, they can offer huge benefits to the right person. For many small businessmen and entrepreneurs, a good offshore bank account has provided the "key" or competitive edge to unlock vast potential wealth. B... Read >
Author: Offshorebanking27th April 2009
Costa rican lawyers are the resource for legal advice and for the application of laws of the country of Costa Rica. Costa rican lawyers practice specialties such as criminal law, immigration law, domestic or family law, trademark law, offshore banking, in... Read >
Author: articlemarketing01@gmail.com31st March 2009
Recession has toppled the property market as we know it – not just in the United Kingdom but also in many areas around the world. However, for the brave and innovative investors amongst us, there is still potential to identify property hotspots around t... Read >
Author: Laura room24th February 2009
Offshore incorporation can be a minefield for the unprepared. Save time and money by following this simple 5 step process.
1. Get a crystal clear idea of WHY you want to incorporate offshore. Is it to protect your identity? Protect your assets? Protect... Read >
Author: Offshorebanking23rd February 2009
Secret offshore bank accounts are the stuff of legend. This article intends to debunk some of the myths about secret offshore banking by setting out what is and isn't possible.
1) It's impossible to open an offshore bank account without first somehow i... Read >
Author: Offshorebanking20th February 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Capital Conservator
It's common knowledge that almost all big companies and the wealthiest people in the world use offshore banking to supplement their expanding waistlines. No one wants to see their hard earned money being swindled ... Read >
Author: Offshorebanking01st February 2009
The IRS Qualified Intermediary Program has heightened scrutiny as a result of the federal investigation into the Swiss Bank, UBS (the world's largest private bank). U.S. Prosecutors allege UBS deliberately abused the Qualified Intermediary Program ("QI Pr... Read >
Author: Gary S. Wolfe, Esq.14th December 2008
Some twenty five years ago, the phrase offshore banking was Some twenty five years ago, the phrase offshore banking was referred to a series of activities that were carried out outside a person's or company's location. Since these activities were usually ... Read >
Author: David Done01st December 2008
With record numbers of people coming and going from the United Kingdom it seems the world is the hypothetical oyster for those looking to live and work abroad. With around 400,000 people leaving Britain annually the trend of working overseas looks set t... Read >
Author: Isla Campbell18th November 2008
The Concept of Offshore Banking
In today’s highly competitive and fast moving economy, individuals and companies need to have easy access to their monetary assets at a quick notice. Sometimes, laws and regulations in home countries are strict regardi... Read >
Author: Kathleen Chester17th November 2008
The Concept of Offshore Banking
In today’s highly competitive and fast moving economy, individuals and companies need to have easy access to their monetary assets at a quick notice. Sometimes, laws and regulations in home countries are strict regardi... Read >
Author: Kathleen Chester06th October 2008
A leader in the field of tax mitigation and creation of offshore companies for their exclusive client list, SCF Group has now created an online portal where the benefits of offshore asset protection are shared.
SCF Group is owned by UK qualified lawyer... Read >
Author: Roy06th October 2008
A leader in offshore company formation, SCF Group has now expanded their services to offer assistance in property investment within the UK and abroad. As many local investment markets are dropping, investors are searching overseas for capital appreciation... Read >
Author: Roy06th October 2008
Previously only available to a limited clientele, SCF Group has launched their services online, now available to individuals and businesses around the world.
SCF Group offers their clients the ability to register an offshore company in both tax haven ... Read >
Author: Roy06th October 2008
Many businesses are unaware that an offshore company provides more privacy options, attractive to many individuals and business owners around the world. So, SCF Group reveals this secret and many more to their exclusive clientele.
SCF Group can registe... Read >
Author: Roy06th October 2008
Offshore banking means when you shift money or assets to a foreign country and they are managed by banks which operate in areas outside the jurisdiction of your own country of residence. Originating from British Channel Islands, the term refers to these i... Read >
Author: mightypen30th September 2008
If you’re thinking of setting some money aside for savings you ought to investigate the option of offshore banking. You don’t need to live or work abroad in order to qualify for access to offshore accounts. If you live and work in the United Kingdo... Read >
Author: Isla Campbell26th September 2008
The tiny Caribbean archipelago of the Cayman Islands imposes no direct taxation on its residents. As a result it has become a haven for offshore banking and boasts one of the wealthiest populations in the world which enjoy an envious standard of living.... Read >
Author: Isla Campbell14th August 2008
When you reach a certain state of wealth, it’s only natural that you seek out the best and most profitable investments. It takes a certain level of knowledge and experience to understand the benefits of offshore banking. Opening up an account in a forei... Read >
Author: Ingrid Sure14th August 2008
Offshore banking refers to opening a bank account in another country other than the one of current residence. If you want to benefit from private banking services, then you will need to find a specialized law firms and ask for their assistance. They can d... Read >
Author: Ingrid Sure14th August 2008
Worried about financial security threats, banks have introduced the concept of bank secrecy. This is often used to protect vital information of bank customers, being evinced through using numbered bank accounts. Bank secrecy is also considered for those w... Read >
Author: Ingrid Sure14th August 2008
An offshore bank account is located in a different country from the one you reside in, offering a number of advantages, including lower taxes and other financial benefits. The Internet represents a valuable source of information for anyone interested in p... Read >
Author: Ingrid Sure14th August 2008
Are you interested in finding a company that specialized in private banking? Have you heard about the benefits of offshore banking and you’re just dying to give it a try? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, then you should keep on reading... Read >
Author: Ingrid Sure08th May 2008
The Republic of Panama has become of the top offshore banking destinations in the class with Switzerland and the Cayman Islands. Panama provides banking secrecy through the use of bearer share corporations which can own bank accounts in Panama.
These c... Read >
Author: earnest19th March 2008
The Changes in offshore banking regulations in the 1990s in formation of "due diligence" (a legal construct) made offshore banking creation really only possible for medium to large multinational corporations that may be family owned or run. Nonetheless, s... Read >
Author: phantomtrav3ll3r12th March 2008
Offshore Banking no longer continually means "private", however, it is a legitimate financial exercise undertaken by several expatriate and international employees. In the 21st century, regulation of offshore banking is allegedly improving, however critic... Read >
Author: phantomtrav3ll3r22nd February 2008
Panama was once listed as a "non cooperative tax haven" but the small country has worked hard to shed itself of that rogue image. If you are interested in a Panama bank, you should educate yourself about the policies, procedures, risks and benefits involv... Read >
Author: earnest11th February 2008
Learn a way to reduce taxation legally using your ex-pat or global investor status. Given the reports in the limelight about the issues a few expatriates have lived through in acquiring banking services at the time of their repatriation, there is consider... Read >
Author: Doug Snistosa23rd January 2008
Offshore banking is becoming increasingly popular as more people recognize exactly how they could benefit from an offshore bank account and because the set up process is straightforward. If you've ever wondered whether you could benefit from an offshore ... Read >
Author: Doug Snistosa22nd January 2008
One of the misnomers about an offshore bank account is that it is only for the very wealthy. An offshore corporation plus offshore bank account is more economical than one might think. An offshore bank account is an account that you open in a country or... Read >
Author: Doug Snistosa30th August 2007
Offshore banking has become quite the buzzword of the time. Creating a bank account offshore is a wise choice now and more people are opting for it. There are some advantages of having an account offshore which are discussed here. And people choose offsho... Read >
Author: Wain Roy30th August 2007
The concept of establishing a second residence in some other part of the world is fiercely catching on the mass fancies today. It’s often considered a great step and fall-back option for any future unforeseen necessity. Quite in keeping with its pace, o... Read >
Author: Wain Roy03rd July 2007
Offshore accounts and offshore banking are the two keywords in asset protection. If your goal is to protect your assets, your funds, provide an international presence where your business is concerned or just open some new doors to financial services and p... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola12th March 2007
One of the biggest decisions you may ever make is selecting a bank, so knowing all the facts is very important. Many people are choosing to open offshore accounts. Why does offshore banking seem to be so great? The 3Ps, or privacy, protection and profit ... Read >
Author: David Jenyns01st March 2007
Often when you hear the words, "Tax Haven" and "Offshore Banking" people immediately think of fraud, money laundering, illicit drug trafficking, and with recent world events, acts of terrorism.
Although, there is another more legitimate view of the off... Read >
Author: Digital Nomad28th February 2007
The mere mention of the words, "Tax Haven" and "Offshore Banking" immediately conjure up thoughts of fraud, money laundering, illicit drug trafficking, and now terrorist activities.
There is, of course, another more legitimate side to the offshore bank... Read >
Author: Digital Nomad15th January 2007
Introduction – This is a guide to many but not all of the possible offshore retirement havens and tax havens. This work is designed to help you eliminate some retirement havens easily and then you can do more research on the retirement havens that meet ... Read >
Author: Ronald Edwards21st November 2006
Bahamian banking secrecy is somewhat misleading in that that banking institutions are prohibited from divulging a clients or account holders information to a third party without the clear consent of the account holder (think Americans may have to sign wai... Read >
Author: Ronald Edwards20th November 2006
10 Biggest Offshore Banking Myths Explained
Introduction – Today offshore banking is a hot topic of much interest to many living in countries where litigation and confiscation of assets from various sources is a problem. This has caused a large amoun... Read >
Author: Ronald Edwards20th November 2006
This dictionary should be helpful in understanding the meanings of words used in the world of Offshore Banking and Offshore Incorporation.
Anonymous Bearer Share Corporation – In this corporate structure the ownership of the corporation is not record... Read >
Author: Ronald Edwards20th November 2006
This is an international organization that promotes polices and procedures for financial institutions worldwide to follow in an effort to combat Money Laundering and Terrorism.
FATF focused a lot of its energy on offshore banking, offshore corporations... Read >
Author: Ronald Edwards18th October 2006
First it needs to be stated that no one has a crystal ball which predicts the future. These thoughts are just opinions and should be taken as such not as legal or tax advice. We will try to show the political positions of the countries that are not in fav... Read >
Author: Ronald Edwards01st June 2006
Suggest to the average American that he or she might benefit by owning a foreign bank account and you'll more than likely get a questioning look and a response such as, "Why on Earth would I want to do that?"
Americans, ... Read >
Author: Bill Piker17th May 2006
Copyright 2006 Ronald Hudkins
Having an offshore banking account, corporation or trust are common themes in legal thrillers, spy novels and eastern European politics. There is a reason to be concerned about the legality of such accounts, for although ... Read >
Author: Ronald Hudkins15th May 2006
Copyright 2006 Ronald Hudkins
The creation of offshore trusts and other financial plans is a way of shielding your assets from the laws of the nation in which you reside. It can sometimes be used to remove one of the two certainties of life; taxes. A... Read >
Author: Ronald Hudkins15th March 2006
Many people believe that there is a fine line between those who bank offshore and criminals who launder money and evade taxation - but the truth about offshore banking and those who legitimately place assets offshore is that the action of placing money of... Read >
Author: Rhiannon Williamson21st February 2006
First of all, we have to define what offshore banking is:
Offshore Banking is having a bank account in a country where you are not a resident. Normally this would be in a tax haven (a country that has low taxes or no taxation). Because of the word "o... Read >
Author: Daisy Pascual15th December 2005
With new money laundering legislation and strategies, increasingly onerous reporting requirements and a global push for greater information-sharing, the United States is building up its arsenal against international crime.
One area where law enforcement... Read >
Author: David Skul08th September 2005
When you think of offshore bank accounts do you see shady characters carrying around bags full of money? Today's modern bank legislation does not allow banks to accept cash deposits or transfers of US$ 10.000 and up without presenting proof of the source ... Read >
Author: David Jones
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