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"Offshore" means off or away from the shore. In
the case of hedge funds, offshore translates as organized,
administered or domiciled in a tax-friendly jurisdiction;
these locations may be landlocked or island locales. Many
areas of the world are considered primary offshore centers
including Caymans, Luxembourg and others. These low-tax locations
(or "low-tax havens" or "tax-havens")
are especially investor-friendly and are internationally regarded
as the predominant, and most secure, financial sectors in
the world.
Overall, investors seek greater freedom
than is possible onshore. Offshore offers
eligible investors significant tax benefits
not available with registered funds.
Because offshore funds are not registered in the United States
or EC they offer privacy benefits and a variety of tax advantages.
The investors are not subject to income or withholding taxes
on distributions received from the fund. Offshore funds are
exempt from withholding taxes because the funds are located
outside the investors' residency.
It is the responsibility of the investor
to report any potential tax implications
from their investments to the appropriate
governing body.
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