Selecting the “Right” Offshore Jurisdiction

Posted in Offshore Business, Offshore Fund Setup, Offshore Incorporation by Admin on August 14th, 2007

Most offshore jurisdictions are free from foreign exchange controls and have tax-free and simple company legislation to cater for a diverse range of international business requirements. The most common reasons that businesses and high-net worth individuals consider using an offshore company is for:

  1. Asset/Investment Protection
  2. Confidentiality & Financial Privacy
  3. Reducing Tax Liability (personal or corporate)
  4. Estate Planning

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How to Start an Offshore Fund

Posted in Offshore Fund Setup by Admin on August 13th, 2007

Starting an Offshore Fund has its complexities. If you have been a super trader with an impressive track record, it is likely that you are also seeking to enter the international investment fund arena for the first time, with ’seed capital’ of between US$500K to US$1 million. This requires starting a private fund, preferably, offshore. To start an Offshore Fund, you need to know the types of specialist services available:

Initial Fund Start Up Services

  • Incorporation of an Offshore Company
  • Preparation of Private Offering Memorandum (Prospectus), Shareholders’ Agreement and Share Subscription Agreement.
  • Facilitation of Offshore Administration services and Private Offering Memorandum (Prospectus) and Subscription documentation.
  • Preparation of investor documentation, letters.
  • Vendor Due Diligence documentation

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