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When I was first introduced to Private Placement Life Insurance (PPLI) back in 2010, I didn't think it possible. It promised extremely strong asset protection, estate and legacy planning benefits, and a legal way to grow millions of dollars in a tax-deferred (and sometimes even tax-free) way?
Last week, I had a call with a successful entrepreneurial client who was deeply worried about capital controls. She had worked for many years to build up an eight-figure nest egg and didn't want to lose it to a predatory government through outrageously higher taxes or being forced to convert some of her investments into bonds from a bankrupt federal government. She certainly didn't want to run the risk of outright confiscation.
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When I was first introduced to Private Placement Life Insurance (PPLI) back in 2010, I didn't think it possible. It promised extremely strong asset protection, estate and legacy planning benefits, and a legal way to grow millions of dollars in a tax-deferred (and sometimes even tax-free) way?
We've been helping Americans diversify their assets internationally since 1984. Over the years, we've developed a few favorite places for certain things. Switzerland has long been a favorite for offshore banking, simply because they keep adapting to be able to serve US clients.
What if your investments never lost any value? That they kept growing no matter whether the economy was going gangbusters or in the middle of a crash? That could withstand inflation and catastrophe? Such a portfolio doesn't exist in real life, but the Permanent Portfolio comes pretty darn close.
We've long considered Switzerland a good place to bank for the right sort of client. That's because the best Swiss banks offer a service that is geared towards Americans looking for a conservative wealth preservation strategy.
I was on a Discovery Conference with a client a few days ago who had recently signed up for our elite Private Wealth service. For most clients, the Discovery is a chance to be really clear what they are hoping to get from the planning.
An offshore bank account is one of the most traditional ways to start your overseas journey. It's a very useful tool if you plan to invest in another country, buy…
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are a big part of many American investment plans – to the tune of $13 trillion in 2021.
LLCs are almost perfect. They’re easy to form and administer, making them a great way to hold a business or investments. But they’re also an amazing asset protection tool. Why? Because…
I must admit – when we first heard about the new Puerto Rico tax incentives back in 2012, we didn't think they would last. That's because the potential benefits were…
What is Form 8858 If you're trying to figure out whether you need to file Form 8858 and how to do it, you're in the right place. US citizens and…
The process of getting a second passport is a big decision. And one where's there's a one-size-fits-all approach. Some people are lucky enough to claim a second citizenship through their…
When you think of foreign real estate, you might picture a retirement house by the beach. But for many of our clients, investing in property abroad is used for a…
The United States is one of only two countries in the world that taxes the worldwide income of citizens who live abroad. No matter how long you live outside the…
Are Swiss Banks Safe? Switzerland is one of the most popular places for our private consulting clients to set up an offshore bank account. That's not because we're biased in…
Do You Need a Bridge Trust? Some years ago, a client presented something called a Bridge Trust to us. He was told it was somehow "better" than a domestic trust…
Twice in the past few weeks, clients have asked us about Old Glory Bank. It's being heavily promoted on media outlets like Fox News. Given how much we talk about…
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The Truth About Home Storage Gold IRAs [2025] There's a lot of misinformation when it comes to holding precious metals in a retirement plan. So let's debunk them once and…
How to Move Your Crypto Offshore With the price so high, Bitcoin is back in the news in a big way. But it's a topic we've dealt with a lot…
It's perfectly legal to move gold and other precious metals in or out of the United States in any quantity. In our consulting practice, clients regularly contact us about wanting…
Are you thinking about how best to pass your assets onto your family, friends or chosen charity? If so, a Living Trust might be worth a closer look. Unlike a…
Recently, one of our consulting clients was wondering the best way to invest in gold. He already had some physical gold at home but had heard about something called a…
Second Passports Cheapest Citizenship by Investment Programs Right Now As Featured on Contents What is Citizenship by Investment Overview of the Cheapest Citizenships to Buy The Cheapest Programs Antigua and…
FAs we all know, we can't escape death or taxes. Well, almost. Because when it comes to taxes, and specifically -- how to sell gold without paying taxes -- there…
Many of our clients are concerned about privacy. And quite a few own private assets like gold. So the question, "Can you sell gold anonymously?" comes up from time to…
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For the most part, the techniques we've used for over 40+ years of planning have changed as the times have changed. Except when it comes to hard assets. We have…
For the most part, the techniques we've used over 40+ years of planning have changed as the times have changed. Except when it comes to hard assets. We believe that…
Are you thinking about how best to pass your assets onto your family, friends or chosen charity? If so, an Oregon Living Trust might be worth a closer look. Unlike…
Are you thinking about how best to pass your assets onto your family, friends or chosen charity? If so, a Colorado Living Trust might be worth a closer look. Unlike…