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The Tax Haven Guide Book

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This book is not worth the price. You can get the same information by visiting a few web sites. This book is very general and the few examples it gives are superficial.

The book also has a number of annoying features, such as a gimmicky attempt to present the material as a conversation with a fictional "Maria." There are numerous historical stories that are included for no other reason than to fill space it seems. The author also wastes space on his personal political views, digressing for pages at a time on why governments should reduce taxes. (Of course taxes should be reduced, but I didn't buy the book to hear yet another case for tax reduction.)

The book also is very thin on references. The author lists the issues that should be researched, but he doesn't give any sources to consult. Basically you come out of the book with the message of "find a good offshore advisor."

Also, don't buy this book if you want any information about tax implications of going offshore. The author hardly mentions taxes, and when he does, it is to say that he intentionally didn't mention them because there are other books on the subject. Well, save your money and buy those other books instead of this one.

I recommend this book. In my opinion, it gives a good overview of what, why and how of offshores. It doesn't go into too much detail, presumably because every case is different, but it gives enough for you to start somewhere and to know how to go on. It's also easy and entertaining to read, with real-life examples. It does feel a bit short, though.

I thought it was a really good review of exactly how to set yourself up offshore. The other offshore books that I have read do not reveal much regarding how it all works. This book walks you through the entire process. Also liked the author's style of writing. It was easy to read and entertaining in its story-like format. I would recommend it highly.

Excellent book! It tells you about keeping your privacy, keeping offshore communications confidential, banking offshore, and just what a Trust is all about. The information presented is really practical. Overall, I thought it valuable information, and well worth my $20.

Let me warn you so called "experts" of tax havens this book is very simple. Maybe, just maybe thats the reason why this book is very good in my opinion. It explains all the terms that you NEED to know in layman's terms. A lot of tax haven books are full of lawyer jargon! This book also does a pretty good job explaining things that people might not even think about when considering offshore activities such as choosing a haven with a time zone exactly like yours or similiar to it. It also explains how tax havens with U.S economic ties are a NO-NO if you really want to protect assets! And for all you really patriotic people( sorry im not!) he expalins why the U.S. is really a slavemaster taking allor most of your income and how if they lowered taxes it will actually add dollars to the economy because rich people would keep their money in the U.S.!
Do yourself a favor Buy this Book and mOve OFFSHORE!

This is one of the best books I've read on offshore finance. It is totally current with the latest techniques and situations. It is easy to read and in parts is very humorous while still being focused on provided very detailed information regarding offshore structures. This book is a must read for anyone considering an offshore structure.

I've read some of the other so-called specialists in this area (including the all-time best seller), but NEVER have I read a book on this subject so SENSIBLY authored.

It is very easy to read and very easy to understand .... this is not the kind of 'text book' you need a degree to read.

The story-book format of the book (reminicent of Dale Carnegie's style of writing) makes it enjoyable to read and for a change, the topics are relevant.

THIS BOOK IS TO THE POINT!!!

If you've read the others, you've likely been disapointed: It's time to do it right.

Finklestein's book is a genuinely good read!