Author: Alexey Astapov

Published 98 articles
Author: Alexey Astapov

Email: info@offshore-pro.info

Biography:
Alexey Astapov is an author and web-journalist. He has a university degree in Economics with a major in International Economic Activity Management (2000-2005 - Donetsk State University of Management). Over years he has developed journalistic skills in writing news content, analytical articles, and SEO copywriting.
He contributes articles to the Internationalwealth.info site sections covering Germany; Luxemburg; Offshores, Midshors, Onshores; Asset Protection; Citizenship by Investment; Foreign Banks and Accounts.
His materials are regularly published - more than 5 articles per week. Alexey Astapov's texts are based on consultations with associate partners, analysis of the government programs.
Specialization:
- Cooperation with partners from Germany, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein;
- Articles on property acquisition in Germany and Austria, including residence permits;
- Articles on the topics of company registration in Luxembourg, Germany, offshores; opening foreign accounts; fintech and cryptocurrency in Portugal, Austria, Germany, the UK, and other jurisdictions; citizenship by investment.
E-Commerce Market in Serbia: Double-Digit Growth and Prospects for 5 Years

E-Commerce Market in Serbia: Double-Digit Growth and Prospects for 5 Years


The e-commerce market in Serbia is gaining momentum! According to Tomislav Mirovic, the Serbian Minister of External and Internal Trade, it has shown double-digit growth in 2022, and the prospects are really good. The government is taking efforts to stimulate e-commerce by establishing the Hot Spot E-Commerce Awards ceremony where it awards the best e-commerce companies in Serbia. On the other hand, its policy is also aimed at suppressing the shadow economy on the Internet and social media as it removes thousands of illegal ads. Read the article to discover more details on e-commerce.

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The Wealthiest Cities in Europe: GDP per Capita Rating

The Wealthiest Cities in Europe: GDP per Capita Rating


Luxembourg, Dublin, Frankfurt, Helsinki, Milan, Stockholm, and Copenhagen are the first seven cities on the list of the wealthiest cities in Europe. The list is based on the GDP per capita indicator. The article describes the key characteristics of each of the richest places in Europe.

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Do Swiss banks report to the EU?

Do Swiss banks report to the EU?


Bank secrecy in modern Switzerland: reality or myth. Swiss banks have been automatically sharing bank customer info with the EU member states since 2018. What does Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) imply? The AEOI standard: bank customer data that are shared. Is bank secrecy still a reality in Switzerland?

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Top 5 Largest Banks in Europe by Total Assets in 2023

Top 5 Largest Banks in Europe by Total Assets in 2023


People have always liked (and will always like!) strength and power, so they want to cooperate with the strongest players in the market. If you open an account with the largest bank available, you get access to top reliability and resources, and this is the reason why the top 5 is a good idea to help you make a choice. In this post, we will present the top 5 largest banks in Europe by the total amount of assets and tell a few words about their services and peculiarities. You can become a customer of one of these financial giants in a matter of several weeks. Contact our experts for updated information.

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Do Offshore Companies Pay VAT?

Do Offshore Companies Pay VAT?


Offshore jurisdictions have preferable regulations concerning VAT payments. Find out more about the rules for correct payment of VAT and possible conditions of zero taxation.

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Do You Pay Tax on an Offshore Company?

Do You Pay Tax on an Offshore Company?


Confidentiality, asset protection, and tax reduction: are goals for offshore company formation the same as before? Offshore company taxation – things to take note of. Specifics of offshore company taxation in the EU: paying tax on offshore company profits, place of effective management, office, employee, and economic feasibility standards. Preferential tax rates for offshore companies. Offshore company incorporation to result in a greater tax load in the US.

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Where Do the Super-Rich Keep Their Money and Insure It in 2023?

Where Do the Super-Rich Keep Their Money and Insure It in 2023?


Billionaire money keeping strategies. Learn where billionaires keep cash and how they invest their funds. Investing as a millionaire: where do rich people keep their money in investments? Trusts for millionaires and billionaires: enjoy the best asset protection out there. How do millionaires insure their money? Assistance with asset protection and many more from International Wealth.

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How Do You Structure Ownership in Multiple Businesses?

How Do You Structure Ownership in Multiple Businesses?


Owning multiple businesses: tips and tricks. Setting up separate businesses like LP, LLC, or Corp S. Managing multiple businesses under one corporation or LLC. Holding company formation. How to own multiple businesses and structure them under one roof. Tax implications for multiple businesses under one corporation. Free consultations from industry experts to turn starting multiple businesses into an easy task.

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10 Common Mistakes Small Business Founders Make

10 Common Mistakes Small Business Founders Make


Most widespread mistakes first-time business owners make. No business plan as a major startup trouble. Lack of focus on cash flows and profits. Launching startups in the absence of reliable market research. Overwhelming range of products. No organic marketing investments. Too much attention to promotions and discounts. Refusal of assistance. Not knowing your target audience. Absence of a strong marketing plan. No intellectual property protection.

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Ten Industries That Are Likely to Boom in the Next Decade

Ten Industries That Are Likely to Boom in the Next Decade


The technological progress is unstoppable and the new technologies that appear bring new opportunities. Besides, there are several development tendencies in the present day that should be of interest to those entrepreneurs who like to look ahead. The article briefly describes some business opportunities available in the following ten areas: electro car manufacturing, electro car station construction, use of solar power, jetpacks, flying taxis, robot engineering, 3D printing, online education, cybersecurity, and care for the elderly.

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Optimal Forms of Company Ownership for Spouses from Taxation Point of View

Optimal Forms of Company Ownership for Spouses from Taxation Point of View


You have a choice of company ownership structures if you would like to go into business together with your spouse. You can form a joint Sole Proprietorship and then the married couple will be considered a single person for legal purposes. You can also start a Partnership, an LLC, or a Corporation. Sole Proprietors and Partners have unlimited liabilities while the owners of LLCs and Corporations have limited liabilities.

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What Business Types Are Least Likely to Fail in 2023?

What Business Types Are Least Likely to Fail in 2023?


Startup and business choices in 2023. Industries with the highest failure rate: administrative services, garbage removal, information industry, art, and entertainment. Successful business tips: vending machine business, laundromats, rentiers – residential and office real estate rentals, warehouse management, transport companies, agricultural enterprises, and dump truck services – business potential in facts and figures, failure rate included.

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