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    BVI - "Pure Equity Holding Entity" Type

    Edit: sorry, I was thinking only about taxation with my answer below, this has no impact on your actual question about asset protection; sorry I can't comment on that part. You have to evaluate the CFC/PE rules in the other jurisdiction to figure it out, and it might not be very black and...
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    Thailand new change - world wide income at Thai tax levels to be taxed

    It was clarified in an update later the same day that this was being discussed, and apparently promoted by the new head of the TRD. I think this would require actual legislation to be passed to become effective, so can't be done through sleight-of-hand like the previous change. It could still...
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    Rate/roast my consulting setup

    I can't work in Thailand, but I'm certainly not the only one who works outside Thailand and lives here when not working (e.g., many offshore oil & gas workers). Or do you mean from the point of view of the type of income I report on my local tax form should not be "from employment"? I'll check...
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    Rate/roast my consulting setup

    I'm a specialist business/technical consultant, living in Thailand for many years already, with a moderate personal income, seeking feedback on my current arrangement, and criticism/input on changes to the structure I'm considering. Personal objectives/strategy: Keep a low profile Minimize tax...
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    Simplest Setup to avoid US Estate tax on US Stocks

    While I don't yet have the answer to this question, I have learned that as an Australian citizen not domiciled in the US, due to an Australia-US taxation treaty, my estate is entitled to the same estate tax exemption as a US citizen. Even after the planned 2025 reduction to $5M for this...
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    Simplest Setup to avoid US Estate tax on US Stocks

    Currently no, however I intend to do so in relatively near future. I'm still working age, so death is hopefully not imminent, and I have plenty of time to change my setup, hence seeking information at this point. Actually, to add to this, I do currently hold stocks in the US directly under my...
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    Simplest Setup to avoid US Estate tax on US Stocks

    I'm also curious about this topic. I'm a non-US national, residing outside the USA, and have a US SMLLC in a "community property" state (New Mexico). While I intend to consult a lawyer to get a proper answer, does anyone know if such an LLC will avoid probate in the event of my death due to the...