The Cayman Islands’ well-regulated, tax neutral environment is highly regarded internationally. As the world’s leading domicile for offshore hedge funds and one of the largest captive insurance centres, it is predictably the offshore jurisdiction of choice for both private and institutional investors.
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Cayman’s prominent reputation comes in part from the highly professional and business friendly Cayman-based financial institutions which maintain a close working relationship with the Government. Together they ensure that Cayman continues to foster a transparent and functional financial regime.
Included in this section are some of the top wealth management advisors in Cayman who can provide expert advice on all the asset classes available to investors, as well as brokerage services that offer deep discounts on online trading.
One asset class that remains popular among investors: Cayman property. Real estate is highly sought-after by local and overseas investors as there is no annual property tax. The local property market also continues to become more sophisticated every year. The Island is positioned as one of the top spots in the world for investors to hold high-end property.
Wealth Managementkeyboard_arrow_right
There are a number of different ways to engage in the services of investment advisors based in the Cayman Islands, either through the local office of a global firm or the asset management group of a local financial institution. Here is a list of recommended businesses offering wealth management services in the Cayman Islands.
To avoid making uninformed choices when engaging a wealth management firm, check out this article on Wealth Management. We discuss issues such as risk, liquidity, tax, fees, etc., as well a providing a more comprehensive list of providers.
Investing in Cayman Islands Real Estatekeyboard_arrow_right
From the breath-taking canal front properties tucked away in Salt Creek, to the grand Seafire Residences with sweeping views of the Caribbean Sea, the Cayman Islands’ property market is flourishing. To get an independent overview of how things are standing in the property market we asked Charterland, who produce the annual Cayman Property Review, what the highlights are. Here is what we found.
Investing & Trading Stocks Onlinekeyboard_arrow_right
Many Caymanians over the years have shown an increasing interest in investing in online stocks, particularly in the US market. The main equity/exchange market in the Cayman Islands is the Cayman Islands Stock Exchange (CSX). Supervision and regulation of insider trading through other brokers is dealt with by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA). Learn more about how you can invest your wealth in stocks.
Read MoreEstablishing a Trustkeyboard_arrow_right
With a well-regulated financial industry that is guided by modern and regularly updated legislation, the Cayman Islands is one of the world’s top tax neutral jurisdictions to establish a trust. Trusts in Cayman not only benefit from a politically stable government but there are also no capital gains, income, profit, corporation or withholding taxes.
Annuitieskeyboard_arrow_right
Fixed annuities are single premium investment products that provide the ability to earn guaranteed interest over a fixed term. They are a great way to protect and grow accumulated savings without downside risk.
Gold & Precious Metalskeyboard_arrow_right
The investment philosophy of many wealth management advisors is that owning gold and silver in addition to other financial products is a sound plan for serious investors. Find out how storing and purchasing precious metals in the Cayman Islands can maximise your investment portfolio and also what local companies provide investors with fully allocated, segregated and insured storage of precious metal, ensuring future investments remain secure.
Cryptocurrency Fundskeyboard_arrow_right
The financial service industry in Cayman is well positioned to support this new decentralised economic model, and the Cayman Government is working hard to analyse and develop sensible measures for blockchain innovation to thrive.
Financial Advice for New Residentskeyboard_arrow_right
Working in the Cayman Islands, especially in financial services and tourism, is about being in a first-world environment while enjoying the year-long tropical climate, white sand beaches and warm, crystal-clear sea. Working in Cayman can be particularly rewarding as earnings and any gains from investments are tax-free.