Recent content by sunchaser

Thanks all. Avalanche, it's not for the kids, it's for beneficiaries that I think deserve it more than the IRS. Aquarius, given that as you state, budget is an issue, plus that I do wish to move to a "more civilized" place, some compromises will have to be taken..

@Avant1 - sadly I don't qualify for Puerto Rico - NOT a US citizen. I'm from what #45 would refer to as a sh*thole country. But it is a great suggestion for those who do qualify. @aquarius - thanks for the input!

Thanks JustAnotherNomad. Incidentally, I just looked into Bulgaria - seems the cheapest option there involves EUR190k, so NOT an option!

clemens, it seems like you may have answered your own question? I am making contact with advisors, but it helps to have ideas to discuss with them, does it not? From people who don't have a vested interest in the outcome?

Generally, for me, the trading income is more than the dividends. And because I sold quite a lot of my shares in the last few months, the dividends going forward could well be even lower, unless I find a good entry point again. I will check out the additional options you mentioned as well, thanks.

JustAnotherNomad - thanks for that. I will look into those options, although Cyprus residency doesn't seem like an option - perhaps I could do a company or trust from there and live in Portugal? The 30% DWT on Panama dividends is news, and important to know. But from everything I've read, the...

sonato that's true - but its also a waste of funds that I would rather have my beneficiaries enjoy ..

@Martin Everson - apologies if you feel the post was too long. I have a foreign passport. My assets are in excess of $60k - otherwise I wouldn't be concerned. You suggest moving away from US-listed stocks, unfortunately that's what I am familiar with.

Hi all. I have been reading various threads, and it is quite clear that "one man's meat is another man's poison".. But hopefully the collective wisdom here can help me find my "meat". I currently live in an incredibly badly-run country. Pick a type of infrastructure - apart from tax (they are...