Offshore Living Letter is a publication of Live and Invest Overseas. Our goal is to provide timely, actionable information on all things offshore, including: how to go offshore, diversifying your portfolio, wealth creation, protecting your assets, and much more.
Author: Lief Simon
Tiny Homes For A Big Life… And Profits
Panama’s Residency Programs Will Change In 2021—Act Now
If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve heard me say it often… If you’re interested in taking an action offshore, do it when you’re able to… while you’re eligible for whatever opportunity you’re considering. Because you never know when that opportunity will no longer be available to you—either because requirements change and you no longer qualify […]
Panama Is Up And Running: The Isthmus Latest Developments
A little more than a year since pandemic restrictions first were instituted in Panama, the country is vaccinating (including foreign nationals) at a good rate, and stay-at-home orders have largely been lifted. Beaches, pools, and gyms have re-opened, and the international airport has been again operating since Oct. 12. Now what? As is its custom, […]
Don’t Buy Real Estate Overseas Until You Understand These Taxes
Before making an investment in real estate overseas, it’s important to understand what the total cost of the purchase will be, both immediately and long term, including your tax obligation. Transfer taxes, for example, can be considerably higher than in the United States. On the other hand, one big benefit of diversifying into property markets […]
The Property Deals That Offer The Best Return On Your Money In 2021
In a make-or-break year like 2021, it’s critical to make the smart investment choice. Property is a safe bet, and trophy properties are on sale all around the world right now… But what offers the best return on your money? You need to know where to look, you need bargaining power, and
My Top 4 Countries For Obtaining A Second Passport In 2021
Taxes For The Global Citizen
A reader wrote this week to tell me why he’s not on board with our recommendation of Colombia as a top lifestyle choice in the Americas. His beef is taxes. Someone told the guy that Colombia taxes anyone who is in the country for more than six months on his worldwide income… and, further, that
Your Chance To Get Luxury Real Estate In Panama City, Panama Without The Price
Properties are on sale all around the world right now… But you need to know where to look, you need bargaining power, and you want to buy in markets that will recover fast post-pandemic. Panama is at the top of my list. This is a proven recession-proof market. Thanks to the canal and
Building An International Property Investment Portfolio
Investment professionals in the United States are trained on financial products. As a result, the investment and retirement portfolios that most of them recommend include paper investments only, in three categories—stocks, bonds, and cash. Depending on your age and your risk tolerance, most financial advisors will tell you to put some percentage of your investment […]