053: The Expat’s Guide to Wealth Diversification in Foreign Investments – Lief Simon
WHAT WE DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW:
- Lief Simon and Kathleen Peddicord run Live and Invest Overseas, providing information on living and investing abroad.
INVESTING IN OVERSEAS REAL ESTATE:
- Advantages and currency diversification.
HOT REAL ESTATE VENTURES:
- Agriculture investments in Panama, Thailand, and France.
- Expected returns discussed.
TAX IMPLICATIONS:
- Benefits of overseas investments and setting up investments in your name or an LLC.
LIEF SIMON'S RULES:
- Visit property, limit investment to 5%, control due diligence costs, use an attorney.
- Kathleen's rule: No partners.
HOT COUNTRIES FOR RESIDENCY:
- Panama, Colombia, Mexico.
- DIY vs. hiring a lawyer, steps for residency, and potential for second citizenship.
LIVE AND INVEST OVERSEAS CONFERENCES:
- Offshore Summit: Banking, investments, lifestyle, asset protection, residency.
- Lifestyle Conference: Living destinations, local services, healthcare.
- Conclusion: Building a lifestyle through global opportunities.
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