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Switzerland and the subject of Swiss banking have evolved over the past few decades, but the legendary ability of Swiss banks to attract incredible sums of money from all over the globe has only increased over time, strengthening this little country′s position in the world. Why? Because Switzerland has remained independent in the face of global geo–politics, including pressures from the European Union to join them and pressures from the United States to abolish their Banking Secrecy Act. Switzerland intends to remain free from such insanity and to hold its own in the face of outside demands. This book, then, is not only about Switzerland and Swiss banking, but it is also about a bigger picture of where Switzerland stands today within the current context of world events—and how thisunique country can avail itself to you for your benefit.
Written by a renowned specialist in tax havens and offshore banking, Secrets of Swiss Banking reveals a way for you to safely and legally hide your money and protect your assets, all the while quietly building your retire–ment funds and personal fortune without the need for complicated financial planning. Hoyt Barber provides up–to–the–minute, authorita–tive information for both those who are new to the subject and those who are more expe–rienced and seek an update of the most current information, approaches, and ideas. Allreaders will advance their understanding to a new level and be in a better position to take advantage of current opportunities and future prospects as well as avoid potential problems. Barber skillfully explains the different types of Swiss bank accounts, how to select a bank, and how to invest in stocks, bonds, and other financial instruments through your Swiss bank. He details Swiss banking policies and regulations along with U.S. tax and reporting requirements. And he even outlines the best alternatives to Switzerland.
For anyone interested in protecting their assets and safely securing their financial future,Secrets of Swiss Banking provides the advice they need to succeed.
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Though some automatically think of tax evasion when the subject of Swiss banking arises, the perfectly legal possibility of converting your savings into Swiss Francs could be a good hedge against a falling dollar. The book is marketed to US and Canadian audiences, so legally some of the suggestions might mean different things to different people. Therefore, do not act on his word without checking your tax status with a knowledgeable source.
The only negative would be the paranoia in the early part of the book, such as on p26 where the author suggests that the North American Union might be brought about with the aid of a "conveniently timed terrorist attack." This on its face is paranoid, but if it's meant to suggest that the terrorist attacks of 9-11 were somehow planned, then that makes it flat out stupid as well. Therein lies the problem with any book that even approaches this subject: even without such outlandish claims, the mere discussion of fiscal policy as it relates to world events will invariably offend the politics of many readers. At that point, one needs to put aside the political baggage and get past the politics and pay attention to the strategy for preserving wealth.
Even if the author truly believes in conspiracy theories (or if he only wants to cater to the tin foil hat wearing crowd), it doesn't take away from the value throughout the book. It's an uncommonly good find among personal finance books.
EDIT: Much has changed since this book was written and since I wrote this review. The US Government did the biggest shake down ever of all the suspected sanctuaries. Though the Swiss eventually told them to back off, there were substantial changes agreed to. It's embarrassing as an American, but financially we're the point where Uncle Sam is desperately looking for quarters in the sofa cushions to pay for social security, never mind all the idiotic new spending coming down the pike.
I know of no current book with the latest changes incorporated, but I haven't looked lately. In any event, beware - things are getting ugly out there.
This is a solid financial work, but also offers readable and entertaining commentary on the times.
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