Offshore Investing in Belize

Offshore investing in Belize is not only for the rich and famous a guide to offshore trusts

Offshore Trusts

Belize Investment Highlights  + English is the official language of Belize  + Belizean law is based on English common law  + Belize has no capital gains tax  + A Belize registered International Business Company (IBC) pays a flat 1.75% in taxes  + The Belizean dollar is always two to one  + Off shore trust friendly zone  + Early entry into new housing market  + Unlimited foreign ownership

A Trust is a private legal relationship by which an individual or corporate investment (including properties) is held by the trustee for the benefit of the beneficiary. Trusts have become one of the dominant financial instruments in the Caribbean and are incredibly effective means of minimizing taxes, protecting assets and passing wealth to heirs in private without devastating tax consequences.

This structure has important financial implications for investors:

• Protects assets from attachment by creditors and other litigants
• Minimizes capital gains tax and income tax payable on assets - a savings of as much as 50% (dependant on the level of applicable taxes in the investors' home country)
• Privacy and Confidentiality: other jurisdictions are legally denied access to information about trusts, their holdings, investors and beneficiaries by Belizean
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• Wealth retention and enhancement: frees up money for investment that would otherwise have been used for capital gains and income taxes
• Preservation of wealth for heirs: facilitates the continuation of business activities, and the avoidance of probate, estate taxes and forced inheritance provisions

Offshore Trusts in Belize - The only jurisdiction in the world where...
The Belize Trust Act of 1992 created exceptionally beneficial and flexible trust legislation in Belize. It is considered by many to be the most protective and convenient trust legislation in the world. It is the only jurisdiction in the world where a trust is completely protected by legislation; a Belizean court will not recognize the validity of any claim against the trust, it will not recognize the law of another jurisdiction or the order of a foreign court in respect of marriage or divorce, succession or claims by creditors or litigants. An incredibly high level of asset protection is achieved with these provisions.

Belize - Tax Haven Security
Since the 1990s, Belize has been positioning itself to become one of the world's best tax havens. Starting with a basis of progressive, advantageous tax, trust and offshore legislation, a court intent on upholding its advantages, a diversified national economy, and a record of civil peace and stability, Belize has created an enviable climate for offshore investing.

International Business Company
An International Business Company (IBC) is the most popular type of offshore corporation. Any international business a Belize IBC engages in is taxed at a rate of 1.75% and there is no capital gains tax. An IBC can often be set up within a few hours (for as little as US $1,035), which allows you to cash in on tax advantages when you find a great business opportunity. The laws that govern an IBC are in the same spirit as those that govern Offshore Trusts in Belize, and provide the same degree of privacy and confidentiality. At registration no information whatsoever is filed on public record as to the ownership or beneficiaries of the company; there are no reporting requirements; and no financial accounts are required to be prepared or filed.

Confidentiality: The Cornerstone of Offshore Banking
Similarly, the information obtained when setting up an offshore bank account in Belize, to facilitate doing business or as stand-alone vehicle, is held in the strictest confidentiality. The banking secrecy laws remain the foundation of offshore banking in Belize. While the information held by the bank is extensive (as a way to protect their clients, the banking industry has made sure that their standards meet the highest in the world), law assures its confidentiality, and hefty financial and criminal penalties await those who might break these laws.

Useful information on the internet: When is an offshore trust the right decision?

 

Investors Know the Time is Right

Foreign buyers are able to purchase real estate in Belize with out restriction, they have the same rights to own freehold property title deeds as a Belizean. Belize is booming both economically and culturally and its beachfront is becoming some of the most valued and cherished properties in the world. They are still the least expensive in the beautiful Caribbean the question is for how long. Most overseas property investors know that getting in early in any market is key to secure future profits. Belize today is that early market and the time to invest in Belize is right now.

 

Palmetto Bay Group Resort an Investment Opportunity in Belize

An investment that will benefit from group holidays, meetings seminars celebrations in fact any group getaway

 

Group Resort an Exciting Concept

The Caribbean's first Completely Green Resort and the only resort in the world designed for and dedicated to customized, all-inclusive group holidays, especially family reunions, weddings and commitment ceremonies, corporate meetings, seminars, church getaways, club holidays, and all important celebrations.

The Palmetto Bay Group Resort condominiums are designed specifically to meet the needs of personalized group stays. Our resort is a 4 star luxury beachfront community of elegant, stylish condominium residences. The residences interconnect by two-way doors and large, wrap around, spacious balconies that create a 360 degree panorama of the Caribbean Sea. The beauty of this system is that a group can have half a floor and accommodate 10 celebrants or the entire resort and accommodate 600; whatever their needs, they have complete privacy. Each condominium is fully furnished and ready for an unforgettable holiday getaway. Groups can immediately relax and enjoy their time in the beautiful Caribbean: adventuring in the spectacular jungle and Sea, getting to know the incredibly rich culture of Belize...or simply gathering to barbeque on their private balcony.

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Palmetto Bay Group Resort's expert property management will ensure your peace of mind as they professionally manage and upgrade the condominiums and properties to maximize an investors' returns.

 

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Belize quick facts

Full Name: Belize

Capital City: Belmopan

Area:22,966 sq km,8,867 sq miles

Population: 266,440

Time Zone :GMT/UTC -6 ()

Languages : English (official)

Religion: Catholic (50%), Protestant (27%)

Currency: Belize Dollar (BZ$)

Electricity: 110/220V 60HzHz

Country Dialing Code: 501

 

Useful Belize resources

 

 

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