Author: Alexandra Erlanger

Published 586 articles
Author: Alexandra Erlanger

Email: info@offshore-pro.info

Biography:
Alexandra is a Lead Content Writer for Offshore Pro Group, its Editor, and co-owner traveling around the world, as well as the Editor-in-Chief of the InternationaWealth portal owned by Offshore Pro Group.
Education: University Degrees in Law and Philology.

Work experience:
Since 2005, Alexandra has been working in the industry of non-resident banking and corporate planning. She is well-informed about the offshore industry due to her solid experience as a bank employee offering services to non-residents and as a bank officer in charge of designing the Compliance procedures. These are the very same KYC and Due Diligence procedures that are well known to our clients and readers.
From 2005 through 2009, her clientele was ONLY English-speaking.

Since 2009, she has been also dealing with Russian-speaking HNWIs. Thanks to the portal, business people from CIS countries, Ukraine, and Georgia have got access to solutions previously available only to Western, Chinese, and Latin American customers.

The beginning of 2011 saw the appearance of the InternationaWealth portal.
Alexandra is an experienced professional who specializes in practical issues of economic citizenship, tax residence, uses of offshore companies, registration of companies in low-tax jurisdictions, the opening of bank accounts and accounts in payment systems, registration of citizenship and residence permits through economic programs.
How Can an Expat Obtain a Driving License in the UAE?

How Can an Expat Obtain a Driving License in the UAE?


A tourist visiting the UAE for a short period can drive on his/ her international driving license when in the country. Foreign legal residents originating from some countries can exchange their home country’s driving licenses into UAE driving licenses. Immigrants from some other countries have to take driving lessons and driving tests before they can acquire a license in the UAE. The ‘golden chance’ opportunity allows obtaining a UAE driving license within one day.

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How to Start Your Own Business: Complete Guide

How to Start Your Own Business: Complete Guide


How to start my own business? This question worries many of our readers. Therefore, our experts have prepared a detailed guide for beginners that will help avoid common mistakes and greatly simplify the start of an entrepreneurial career.

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Cost of Living in Singapore in 2023: Prices for Food, Accommodations, Transportation, and Recreation

Cost of Living in Singapore in 2023: Prices for Food, Accommodations, Transportation, and Recreation


Singapore is a city-state in Southeast Asia with a population of 5.7 million people. The cost of living is generally high in Singapore. A single person needs at least US$ 1,500 per month to survive in the country. The average salary in Singapore exceeds US$ 4,000, which makes life rather comfortable for most Singaporeans. The most expensive items in Singapore are cars and apartments.

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Company Registration in the UAE: General License vs. Trading License

Company Registration in the UAE: General License vs. Trading License


License types in the UAE. General trading license vs. standard trading license: what’s your choice? Trade restrictions on the mainland and in free zones. General trading license and related benefits in the UAE. Register a company in the UAE and obtain a general trading license: here’s how. Document requirements in 2023. How much will you pay to register a company with a general trading license? How can you expedite the registration of a business with a general trading license in the UAE?

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Virtual Offices and Online Licenses: A Guide for Non-Resident Entrepreneurs in Dubai

Virtual Offices and Online Licenses: A Guide for Non-Resident Entrepreneurs in Dubai


How a virtual office can boost your business in Dubai. Why non-resident business people should consider virtual offices in Dubai. What a virtual office means for your business in Dubai. How to get a virtual license for your business. Who can apply for a virtual business license in Dubai? How a virtual office and license can benefit your business in Abu Dhabi. Final thoughts: how virtual office solutions help foreign freelancers and companies in Dubai.

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What is the Most Profitable Business in Singapore? Top Ideas for a Startup

What is the Most Profitable Business in Singapore? Top Ideas for a Startup


It is not very hard to start a business, but conceiving a good business idea is a more difficult task. What is the best business to start in Singapore? What are the Singapore business opportunities that can bring real profit? What are the most profitable businesses according to statistics? What are the most viable business ideas for Singapore if you are on a tight budget? What business to start in Singapore if you are a newcomer? We know how important these questions are and how difficult it may be to find the answer. Read the article to discover what the most profitable business in Singapore is!

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Small Business Opportunities in Dubai for Both Locals and Foreigners: A 2023 Guide

Small Business Opportunities in Dubai for Both Locals and Foreigners: A 2023 Guide


What makes small businesses choose Dubai? Foreign ownership options, a stable economy. tax competitiveness, the jurisdiction’s strategic location, and safety assurance. Strategies to protect income from taxes for small businesses in Dubai. Business license options for small businesses in Dubai: choose from industrial, professional, tourism, or agricultural licenses. How to start a small business in the UAE as a foreign entrepreneur.

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Anemone Garden: Luxury Apartments in Alanya on the Mediterranean Coast

Anemone Garden: Luxury Apartments in Alanya on the Mediterranean Coast


The Oba District of Alanya: benefits and infrastructure. Anemone Garden Residential Complex in Alanya – look what you will enjoy here. Layouts and pricing. Anemone Garden Residential Complex: interiors, exteriors, and complex amenities, with apartment customization options available. How can I buy properties in Turkey online? Listen to what International Wealth industry pros have to say.

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Small Business: Advantages and Disadvantages, Statistics, Professional Tips

Small Business: Advantages and Disadvantages, Statistics, Professional Tips


What are the advantages of owning your own business? Many people seek self-realization and independence, and these are the main pros of a small business they need. Others want to have a better remuneration for their efforts or have more free time. However, the benefits of small business are just one side of the coin: there are certain drawbacks that are also discussed in this article to make the image as true-to-life as possible. We also analyze statistics of success and failure and the initial stage and give professional recommendations on how to make your small business last long. Enjoy!

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Build a Successful Business: Choosing the Right People and Hiring Your First Team

Build a Successful Business: Choosing the Right People and Hiring Your First Team


When should you start hiring employees? Navigating your company’s operations: essential tips. The financial dimension – a vital aspect of business planning. Outsourcing vs. in-house teams: which is right for you? Startups vs. established companies – tailoring your workforce. Company culture – your key to long-term success. Essential roles for building your business from the ground up. Where to find ideal candidates for your company?

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How to Grow Your Business Competently: Main Recommendations of Experts

How to Grow Your Business Competently: Main Recommendations of Experts


Any business owner starts a business hoping to achieve success. However, business requires development: you cannot just repeat the same actions every day and achieve better and better results. How to elaborate a business development strategy that will work? Is it just about marketing and sales or are there other aspects that should be taken into account? What should a company do to be ahead of competitors? How to set business goals competently? Read the article to find answers to these questions and take advantage of useful tips provided by our experts. Contact us for help with your business.

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Mandatory Country-by-Country Public Reporting for Transnational Corporations in Portugal

Mandatory Country-by-Country Public Reporting for Transnational Corporations in Portugal


What does the new Decree-Law No. 73/2023 adopted in Portugal apply to? The primary objective of the new legislative and regulatory requirements introduced. What does the adoption of the new Decree-Law in Portugal mean for transnational corporations? Exceptions to the newly adopted Decree-Law in Portugal and its significance for both the country and the EU.

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Best Tax Haven: Panama for Life and Business

Best Tax Haven: Panama for Life and Business


No tax is payable in Panama on incomes derived from foreign countries. For this reason, Panama can be rightfully referred to as a tax haven. Some additional benefits can also be found in the country. These include strategic geographical location, 100% foreign company ownership opportunities, no wealth tax, no inheritance tax, nominee services, and so on.

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Opening a PT PMA Company with a Bank Account in Indonesia

Opening a PT PMA Company with a Bank Account in Indonesia


Why is registering a company in Indonesia beneficial for you? Company in Indonesia: structure, rights, and responsibilities. Authorized capital of your company in Indonesia. PT PMA: taxation and financial reporting. How to license your business in Bali. Establishing a bank account for PT PMA in Indonesia. Expenses associated with starting a business in Bali: service fees and labor costs. Online registration of PT PMA in Indonesia.

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Top 5 Countries with Best Education

Top 5 Countries with Best Education


UpGrad educational agency has conducted a global survey to find out what countries offer the best educational opportunities in the opinion of future applicants to universities, students, and former students. In the eyes of the respondents, the following five countries provide educational services of the highest quality: Great Britain, the United States of America, Australia, the Netherlands, and Canada. In addition, each of the countries offers high living standards and great cultural diversity.

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11 Most Common Mistakes in Small Business Accounting and Methods of Their Elimination

11 Most Common Mistakes in Small Business Accounting and Methods of Their Elimination


Money is the lifeblood of any business, you know. And constant control of the way your money is spent is a prerequisite of success for your undertakings. Budding entrepreneurs often fail to pay enough attention to accounting or make common mistakes, which makes their decisions less effective or even results in business bankruptcy. Needless to say, misrepresentations in the company’s accounting reports may even entail criminal proceedings. This article is focused on the mistakes that can be easily avoided, which means that your business will be free from many pitfalls. Read on to find out.

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Who Are the Happiest People in Europe?

Who Are the Happiest People in Europe?


What is the happiest place in the world and which country has the happiest people in Europe? Discover the happiest countries to live in the EU: according to the 2022 World Happiness Report. Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Switzerland, and Netherlands: which are the happiest countries to live in? Where are people the happiest in the EU: Lisbon, Barcelona, Athens, Rome, Madrid, Istanbul, Brighton, Vienna, Paris, or Stockholm? Is finding the happiest place in the world possible?

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US Taxes: Corporate Income Tax, PIT, Sales Tax, and Corporate Tax Rates

US Taxes: Corporate Income Tax, PIT, Sales Tax, and Corporate Tax Rates


Tax rates in the USA in 2023. Select states for doing business in the USA in 2023. Top 10 states in the USA for businesses in 2023. Corporate income tax by state in the USA: state-specific rates. What US states impose no income tax? Which states in the USA waive sales tax? Europe, USA, or offshore jurisdictions – where should you start a company for maximum tax efficiency?

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