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EU And US Issue First Ever Joint Statement On Open Investment, By Ulrika Lomas, for LawAndTax-News.com, Brussels 15/05/2008
The EU and the US used Tuesday's meeting of the Transatlantic Economic Council to adopt and issue their first ever joint statement on investment.   .
Hong Kong Showcases Islamic Finance In Middle East, by Mary Swire, Tax-News.com, Hong Kong 15/05/2008
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), Treasury Markets Association (TMA) and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) jointly presented the Hong Kong Showcase on Islamic Finance in a roadshow in the Middle East recently.   .
Private Companies Should Make The Most Of Tax Efficient Employee Share Scheme, Says PWC , by Jason Gorringe, Tax-News.com, London 15/05/2008
There has been an upturn in interest from private companies across the UK seeking to set up tax efficient employee share option schemes, accounting firm PriceWaterHouseCoopers revealed on Tuesday.   .
THE INVESTORS OFFSHORE KNOWLEDGE BASE 

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Introduction to Alternative Investment
A general overview giving uses, benefits and drawbacks of Alternative Investment
Regulation of Alternative Investment
An indepth look at the regulations involved in Alternative Investment, from both the Onshore and Offshore Countries
A Guide to Alternative Investment

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THE INVESTORS OFFSHORE FEATURE LIBRARY

The site hosts an extensive series of free reports on key aspects of offshore investment and lifestyles for expatriates and other non-resident individuals. Pick a report from the list below and learn more about how to optimise your 'offshore' existence, bopth financially and personally.

Topical Investment Features

House Prices: The Market Bites Back

by the Investors Offshore Editorial Team

Private Wealth Management

by the Lowtax Editorial Team

Emerging Markets Investments: Still The Star?

by Carla Johnston

Choosing & Using Independent Financial Advisers

by Caroline Maxwell

Hedge Funds: Getting Scary?

by Jeremy Hetherington-Gore

Islamic Finance: The New Mainstream Alternative

by Jeremy Hetherington-Gore

Privacy And Security In 2007

by the Investors Offshore Editorial Team

Alternative Equity Investment

by Jeremy Hetherington-Gore

Being An Expat In 2008

by the Lowtax Editorial Team

The EU's Savings Tax Directive: Worse To Come?

by the Lowtax Editorial Team

Putting A Stamp On Your Portfolio

Contributed by Stanley Gibbons

Health and Life Insurance for Expats

by Caroline Maxwell

Topical Jurisdiction Features

Labuan: The Surprise Package of the Asia-Pacific

by Stuart Gray

Antigua and Barbuda: David to US Goliath?

by Stuart Gray

Jersey: Not Only The Pensioners' Rest

by Jason Gorringe

St Vincent & The Grenadines

by Stuart Gray

Cyprus: A Home For HINWIs?

by Lorys Charalambous

Buying Property In Cyprus: A Guide For The Inexperienced

by Stuart Gray

Barbados: Still Sugary
For The US

by Stuart Gray

Panama: Not Just A Pretty Canal?

by Stuart Gray

Hong Kong: Two Countries: One System

by Stuart Gray

 

Singapore: Another Hong Kong?

by Stuart Gray

 
The Investors Offshore Feature Archive

Offshore Banking
by Caroline Maxwell

In this month's special feature, we look at the advantages and disadvantages of investing in the huge spectrum of different offshore banking services available to expats, international investors, globetrotters, international consultants and corporations, offering varying degrees of return, protection, and privacy. Before we look into the different sorts of offshore bank account available, however, a brief rundown of the background of this ever-growing industry is necessary, in order to understand the present situation..

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International Pensions
by Jeremy Hetherington-Gore

In this article we look at the ins and outs of international pension investment, with special attention paid to the needs of travelling executives and expatriates.

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Choosing Your Jurisdiction
by Caroline Maxwell

This Article focuses on 20 of the Major Jurisdictions, and tells you everything (well almost everything!) you ever wanted to know about offshore investment, banking, and relocation, but were too afraid to ask...

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Alternative Investment - Not Just for Expats
by Caroline Maxwell

Alternative investment doesn't just mean offshore any more. In this special feature, we examine various alternatives to traditional investments, from hedge funds to fine wines, spread betting to forestry, and look at how they could benefit you.

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On-Line Trading For Expats
by Philip Morton

For the expat, whose somewhat unusual situation allows for a greater flexibility of investment choice and possible advantages in terms of taxation, the choice of broker is becoming broader, as onshore brokerages recognise the potential of the expanding 'globetrotting' mass affluent market, and offshore brokers recognise the need to provide their clients with up-to-the-minute facilities.

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Getting It And Keeping It
by Caroline Maxwell

Including a summary of the lifestyle, banking, and investment options for 20 of the major offshore jurisdictions, this special report gives you the low-down on offshore investing- how, why, when, where, and what not to do if you want to hang on to your hard earned money!

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Hedge Funds - If You Aren't George Soros
by Caroline Maxwell

In this special feature, we look at hedge funds from the perspective of the individual investor who has some free cash to invest but is not in the mega-rich category. Hedge funds often make better returns than plain vanilla mutual funds, but are perceived as being more risky. Also the regulators make it difficult to invest in them. We look at whether these popular perceptions are true, and show you how you can approach hedge fund investment in a way that minimises the undoubted risks.

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International Retirement Planning
by Caroline Maxwell

In this article we look at the ins and outs of international retirement planning for expatriates and globetrotters, examining the advantages and disadvantages of DIY retirement investing vs. ‘all in’ pension plans, and what you should look for in each case. We also look at due diligence issues involved in choosing a provider or broker, and the various ways in which you can receive your benefits on retirement.

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International Property: The Time Is REIT?

by the Lowtax Editorial Team

 


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