Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
04 July 2023
How FATF monitors suspicious banking transactions. National monitoring. Suspicious transactions on French, German, US, and UK bank accounts. Banks’ role in identifying suspicious transactions on client accounts. Types of suspicious transactions that alert banks: large cash transactions, dropping or structuring, unusual or unexplained transactions, high-risk customer transactions, and transactions involving politically exposed persons. Unusual activity examples.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
03 July 2023
We bring to your attention apartments in a luxury residential complex Solis Skyline. The proposed real estate is located in the Bornova District of Izmir (Turkey). Buying an apartment will help you qualify for a Turkey residence permit, and buying multiple apartments will allow you to get Turkish citizenship. Details of this investment option are in our article.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
03 July 2023
The key reason why many entrepreneurs set up offshore companies is the opportunity to pay less in taxes. For example, there are countries that charge no corporate tax at all. Besides, some jurisdictions use the territorial system of taxation when only the income made locally is taxed while all the income made abroad remains tax-free. Registering an offshore company does not require too much personal involvement but this business instrument can bring a number of important advantages in addition to the opportunity to save on taxes.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
03 July 2023
Taxation system is the key to the country’s attractiveness for businesses and investors. It’s the ninth time in succession that Estonia comes first in the Tax Foundation’s International Tax Competitiveness Index as an OECD country with the best taxation system. Want to discover the secrets of its success? There are five factors that contribute to Estonia’s high score, and you can discover all of them in the article. Absence of corporate income tax, E-residency program, minimized red tape, simple taxation system and beneficial VAT arrangements keep the country’s ranking high.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Updated:
17 September 2025
A little more than half of all small businesses fail in the first five years of their existence. The good news is that you can study the reasons for this tendency and take steps to help your business stay afloat in almost any situation. In our article, we discuss the main mistakes made by small business owners that cause their undertakings to fail. Running a business takes not only time, effort, and money, but also knowledge, competence, and constant analysis. We will give you a number of lenses through which you can look at your business and make the necessary adjustments to help your business prosper.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
30 June 2023
One-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments are for sale in Petra Premium, a residential complex in the district of Beşiktaş, Istanbul. The complex is still under construction and the apartments sell at reduced prices for this reason. At the same time, the investment amount is going to be sufficient for qualifying for economic citizenship of Turkey. A fantastic opportunity if you do not postpone making a decision for too long: the prices are going to be higher when the construction work is complete!
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
30 June 2023
If the water level in the World’s Ocean continues to rise, some island countries may disappear from the map in the near future. Tuvalu, for example, is facing significant problems attributable to global warming and the rising sea level. The threat of sinking has made the authorities of Tuvalu launch the process of creating a ‘digital copy’ of the country. The international community is also discussing the legal status of the country whose entire land disappears under the water.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
30 June 2023
The most important things to know about Paraguay as a place for relocation. Key features of the most attractive cities, cost of living, taxation, and permanent residence programs
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Updated:
20 September 2023
Is Dubai an offshore tax haven? This jurisdiction offers very favorable tax conditions for both individuals and businesses, even despite recent changes in tax laws. In addition, Dubai attracts expats worldwide due to its high quality of life, stability, and security. Read about all the advantages of Dubai for foreigners in our new article.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
29 June 2023
Are you looking for a really good jurisdiction to register your yacht or jet? Malta is the answer. The island has a really good strategic location in the Mediterranean Sea which is a good starting point to sail to almost any part of the world. The registration procedure is quite straightforward, and you will also have an opportunity to reduce the VAT you will have to pay to as low as 5.4%. Malta offers a well-developed infrastructure for yacht maintenance, including shipyards, marinas, and brokerage companies. Want to make a decision? Read the article to discover more details about Malta.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
29 June 2023
You can acquire Caribbean citizenship by investment in real estate. You have to open an escrow account when purchasing property. Some countries in the region require that escrow accounts be open with local banks only. Some other countries, however, allow opening escrow accounts abroad. In the latter case, the Citizenship by Investment Units do not have sufficient control over the investment processes. This may lead to financial misconduct on the part of some unreliable development companies.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
29 June 2023
More than just beautiful vacation spots: things the Caribbean islands may offer their guests. Enjoy the beauty of Musha Cay in the Bahamas, Virgin Gorda, Necker and Mosquito Islands (BVI), Jumby Bay Island (Antigua and Barbuda), Cayo Espanto (Belize), and Parrot Cay (Turks and Caicos Islands). Admire St. Barts, Nevis, Mustique, Canouan (Saint Vincent and the Grenadines), Anguilla (British Overseas Territory), St. Lucia, Barbados, Grand Bahama (the Bahamas), and Bermuda (the Bermudas).
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
28 June 2023
If you are looking for an opportunity to make profitable investments and/or obtain a second passport in a stable developed country, this offer may be just what you need. You can purchase a luxurious apartment in Bahçelievler district, Istanbul, at a developer’s price. The facility is still under construction. Once it is completed (it is scheduled to be put into operation in 2025), the apartment price will rise at least twice, so this is an unbelievable chance. What is more, this investment will give you the right to obtain a Turkish passport for yourself and your family members.
Read on for details.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
28 June 2023
The UAE has a huge number of free zones with favorable tax rates and attractive conditions for foreign investors. But what is the cheapest free zone in the UAE, and how to choose the best option for your business? You will find the answers in the review from our experts.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
28 June 2023
A new investment option has become available to those wishing to acquire second citizenship in the Caribbean. The authorities of St Kitts and Nevis now grant citizenship to foreign nationals investing in film and TV program production in the country. The required investment amount is US$ 175,000 and St Kitts and Nevis is the only country in the world that offers this investment option.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
28 June 2023
Avoiding confusion: misleading terms like hiding money and evading taxes. Old myths die hard: illegal offshore accounts and money laundering. Setting up tax-free offshore accounts for businesses. How to open a tax-free offshore account as an individual. Succeed with setting up a tax-free offshore account by following this procedure.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
27 June 2023
The world is becoming an unstable place, making all far-sighted people look for Plan B to protect themselves against any black swan. Having a second passport is a part of this plan, and you can easily get it in Turkey. We offer really splendid villas for sale in the district of Döşemealtı, Antalya. They are ideally suited for investors and those that wish to obtain Turkish citizenship. The villas are still under construction and they are scheduled for completion in June 2024. Buying a villa under construction is the most profitable offer you can get, so read the post to see more details.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
27 June 2023
There are several ways to obtain second citizenship for your children. Some countries grant dual citizenship to the child born to parents of different nationalities. Some countries also grant citizenship to anyone born on their territories. Besides, several states grant citizenship by descent. Finally, a few citizenship-by-investment programs are available and all of them make it possible to file family applications for second citizenship.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
26 June 2023
Company or corporate tax in Serbia. Other corporate taxes in Serbia. What is the VAT in Serbia? Double taxation treaties and withholding tax. Personal income taxes in Serbia. What is the indirect tax in Serbia? More info on the subject. Official employment for foreign nationals in Serbia. Summary and recommendations.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
23 June 2023
Why open business in Serbia? There are many reasons for this, but our experts will tell you about the 5 main advantages of this country. In addition, you will learn how to quickly and easily open a company in Serbia with our expert assistance.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
23 June 2023
Why incorporate companies in the Marshall Islands? Once-in-a-lifetime offshore opportunities for international businesses and investors in the Marshall Islands. Find out all about favorable tax planning options, great investment prospects, and IPO potential. Enjoy no reporting requirements, state-of-the-art real estate management, and unique asset protection. Reputation, speed, and privacy advantages of the Marshall Islands. How to register personal yachts and vessels in the Marshall Islands.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
22 June 2023
Serbia is becoming an increasingly popular destination for foreigners to move. Low taxes and a relatively inexpensive but quality standard of living are the main reasons for this. Our experts will explain what taxes a private person should pay in Serbia and what tax incentives are available.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
22 June 2023
Many previous records in the number of applications for Grenadian citizenship by investment were broken in the first quarter of 2023. The popularity of the program has been growing tremendously and the immigration department staff are doing their best to accelerate the application processing. In particular, the Grenadian CIU has started accepting application documents in electronic formats.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
21 June 2023
Nearly 10,000 people acquired residence permits in Panama between January and May of 2023. The figure is unprecedented. The growth of the popularity of the Panamanian immigration programs is partially attributable to the tightened requirements to immigrants in the neighboring USA. Relocating to Panama has never been such an attractive opportunity as it is at the moment.
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