Brain Drain – Wealthy Fleeing America or Expatriate Boom
The IRS has a quarterly publication of individuals that have chosen to expatriate – the purpose being to publicly shame them and discourage others…
Profits, Taxes, and “Free” Homes: AOC’s Dumbest Statement Yet?
Assuming you’d rather laugh than cry, Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez is the gift that keeps on giving. She cannot open her mouth without saying something utterly…
Prenups Suck or Why You Need an International Trust
Asking your fiancé to sign a prenuptial agreement is a fantastic way to put your relationship on the rocks. Merely broaching the subject causes…
The Worst Way to Maintain Privacy
Many of my clients qualify as “Ultra-High-Net-Worth-Individuals” – they’re worth $50 million and up. People with this kind of money are very concerned about privacy…
Government Mind Games
Here is a non-controversial statement: people don’t like being told what to do. Ask the IRS and they’ll tell you that paying taxes is…
Silicon Valley – Lessons in Expatriation
I must admit, HBO’s hit series Silicon Valley is thoroughly entertaining. The show features a team of upstart techies and their attempts to overthrow…
The Case Against Convenience In Entity Formation
(This article was originally published in Forbes by Jimmy Sexton. Link to the article here.) Modern society has been structured around convenience thanks to a…
How to Avoid Sounding Like an Idiot on Taxation – Increase Tax Rates
I can deal with people that are ignorant. I can deal with people that are arrogant. But I refuse to engage with people that…
Passport Scammer is Still on the Prowl
There are many landmines to avoid when internationalizing your life and wealth. Finding an honest, ethical, and independent advisor can make the difference between achieving…
Why Free is actually Expensive
We regularly cover how going cheap with international tax and consulting services can backfire. In the long run, it can (and often does) cost you…