Detroit: Why Pay for Nothing?
July 26, 2013 By: Kelly Diamond, Publisher Most people, regardless of their political bent, take issue with paying into a system that offers nothing in return. In a follow-up to what could potentially rise from Detroit’s bankruptcy ashes, I examine how the local governments have swiftly been demoted from a force to be reckoned with, […]
Asset Protection – Dispelling the Myths
Common misconceptions about Asset Protection by Bobby Casey, Managing Director Asset protection can sometimes be a confusing and often misunderstood topic. In today’s newsletter I will attempt to dispel many of the myths surrounding asset protection. An excellent definition of asset protection comes from Investopedia; The concept of and strategies for guarding one’s wealth. Asset […]
Creating Demand in the Housing Market
by Adam Wolf, Director of US Operations I ran across a great question the other day in an email that was asked somewhat rhetorically: If housing demand is all about low rates, why don’t 30-year fixed rates under 4% set loose the animal instincts? The answer has multiple parts to it and it goes something […]
Nuts and Bolts of Asset Protection
This week I will take a break from the usual rants about government stupidity and my philosophical discussions about how people should act and the world should look. Instead, we will discuss some nuts and bolts of Asset Protection Planning. For the purpose of discussion, I will share with you a couple recent client (names […]
American Asset Protection…Really?
You are probably reading the title thinking I have lost my mind. Your thoughts are probably something like this; “He promotes offshore asset protection as a necessity in these tumultuous times. How can he rationally recommend asset protection structures in the US?” While it is true, I do think offshore companies, offshore banking, offshore trusts […]
That Would Never Happen in the US
The past couple of weeks have been a bit of a whirlwind trip mostly back in the US with meetings and visiting with family and friends. I even had the opportunity to speak at an event about offshore asset protection and developing your own Geo-Arbitrage strategy. I am wrapping up the trip today and heading […]
Are Your Friends All Douchebags?
Over the past week, I have been at a small conference in Phoenix attended by a small group of entrepreneurs from around the US. Attendance is small at less than 30 people, but very powerful. It is a unique event where all attendees are required to present a topic within their area of expertise. I […]
The United Corporate Statism of America
In today’s asset protection newsletter: Discussion about 2013 federal budget proposal and its implication for your wealth Reminder about today’s webinar discussing real estate asset protection strategies Travel plans for those interested in meeting face-to-face Early notification about our offshore conference “Global Escape Hatch – Panama 2012” New product for Real Estate investors seeking asset […]
What is Asset Protection?
This week I felt it would be important to address the topic, “What is Asset Protection?” While you clearly have some idea what is involved in asset protection planning, I frequently get this question or some derivation thereof. The quick and simple answer is that asset protection is a means of protecting your assets from […]
Protect Your Assets Like the Uber-Rich
Asset Protection for the Real Estate Investor In my consulting business, I frequently work with real estate investors who are interested in creating a bulletproof asset protection plan to shield themselves from predatory litigation. From my viewpoint, real estate investors have one of the highest risk profiles of any business person. Clearly the world is […]
