Offshore Trusts: Benefits, Risks & Key Insights

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In this episode of Advisory Explained, host Kosie Kritzinger sits down again with Irma Lategan from Investec’s tax and fiduciary team to demystify the world of offshore trusts.

Irma and Kosie discuss the primary advantages of offshore trusts, when individuals and families should start considering them, and the common pitfalls to avoid when setting up offshore structures. They also unpack the main ways to fund an offshore trust, weighing up the pros and cons of each approach.

This episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to understand how offshore trusts fit into a holistic wealth and legacy strategy.

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2 Oct English South Africa Business · Investing

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