Video briefings

American Samoa remains largely invisible in the United States despite being a U.S. territory. The island joined the United States in the 1980s, long after most current Americans…

The decision between owning and leasing real estate as an international entrepreneur involves a fundamental division in financial strategy, tax compliance, and asset allocation. While domestic business models…

Brazil offers several pathways for foreigners to obtain residency and, eventually, citizenship. Options range from language‑based visas for Portuguese‑speaking nationals to investment‑driven programs that can lead to permanent…

The United Arab Emirates has moved away from its reputation as a tax‑free haven. Since the introduction of a 9 % corporate tax on profits above US$100,000 and the alignment…

The market for “golden visas” – residence permits granted in exchange for a sizable investment – is shifting. While some programs are being phased out, a range of…

International travel, tax residency, and “flag theory” are presented as tools for building a freer and more independent life outside traditional corporate or national systems. The transcript focuses…

United States foreign policy changes under the second Donald Trump administration—ranging from territorial acquisition pressures in Greenland and Panama to aggressive tariff implementations—are altering the global landscape for…

The global minimum corporate tax—originally a 15 % floor agreed by the OECD in 2021—was designed to curb profit‑shifting by multinational firms with revenues above $750 million. It combined “Pillar 1” (re‑allocation…

Panama stands out among territorial‑tax jurisdictions because it taxes only income that is sourced within its borders. Any earnings generated abroad—whether from employment, services, investments or the sale…

The recent cyber‑attack that exposed the personal data of nearly 10 million Australians has heightened concerns about digital identity systems and the growing amount of personal information held by…