Private Equity Company in The West Bank

Bashar Masri, a Palestinian-American investor with interests in offshore business formation, has launched the first private equity company in the West Bank. With closing capital of sixty million dollars, Siraj Palestine Fund I has had investors from Palestine as well as Arab and international businesses.

One of the chief investors was Overseas Private Investment Corporation (or OPIC), which is owned by the United States government and gives financial assistance to emerging U.S. companies. Other major investors included the Soros Economic Development Fund (or SEDF), which is a nonprofit private foundation that invests in communities affected by poverty; the United Arab Emirate Crescent Investments; and the Pension Boards of the United Church of Christ

While Siraj Palestine Fund I is not a lending company, it does invest in small to median companies within the Palestinian territories. It will provide financial assistance for five to seven years only in an attempt to improve technology, increase jobs, and help with “the acute shortage of equity capital for local businesses due to years of political turmoil,” according to Masri.

The equity company is registered as an offshore business in the Cayman Islands and as a Palestinian company in the West Bank. As it attracts international investors, its capital should reach eighty million dollars.

Masri is the sole owner of the new equity company. He has experience in business as the owner of an offshore holding company called Massar International, which has been in existence for seventeen years. Massar is responsible for building the first Palestinian city in the West Bank, Rawabi. Right –wing Israelis oppose the city, which is located near Ramallah and is still under construction.

Resources:

http://www.monstersandcritics.com/news/business/news/article_1617810.php/First-private-equity-company-launched-in-West-Bank

http://www.sedfny.org/

http://www.opic.gov/

Privacy of your Offshore Company

One of the most prevalent reasons that an investor chooses an offshore company is for the confidentiality it provides for his or her finances. An offshore business enables one to operate a business, trade stocks, hold funds, and more completely privately. Anyone seeking to uncover your net work will be unable to do so – whether it is for legal reasons or otherwise.

Private investigators can easily uncover assets and are often hired to report on the net worth of potential legal targets or to locate the location of funds for individuals who have lost in court. Locating such data within the United States can be as simple as knowing the full name and some other relatively easy to uncover information. The exact figure of all assets can be found in any bank across the country.

However, if attorneys are unable to locate these assets, they are less likely to accept a case, particularly if it is on a contingency basis.

With an offshore company, your funds are not in your name. They are in the company name, but you still have complete control of all financial activities. Your money is safe, secure, and 100% private.

The only way that others will know about your offshore company is if you tell them about it! That is why it is essential not to divulge this information to anyone. Not to your brother, not to your friend, not to anyone. Remember, it is only as private as you make it.

Most offshore companies can be created without the use of your social security number or any other identifying information. Additionally, most jurisdictions make it a criminal charge to identify the owner of an account to investigators or other individuals outside of the bank. Also, public records are not kept on offshore companies, further ensuring your privacy.

With privacy being such a huge concern of many investors interested in an offshore company, it is essential to use a company that you can trust. We at Alexandrou Group never reveal your business nor sell your private information to third party marketing companies. Your privacy is as safe as your money.

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Offshore Company Formation Mistakes

Choosing to form an offshore company is not a decision that should be made without properly researching your options. To ensure that you do not make mistakes that you regret, it is best to consider some of the following points.

Fully research each jurisdiction for offshore companies. The main jurisdictions include Belize, the British Virgin Islands, Cyprus, Guernsey, Hong Kong, Luxembourg, Mauritius, Panama, and Seychelles. While many offer similar benefits, there are reasons for choosing one jurisdiction over another. Be sure to discuss your options fully with your company formation agent.

Do not form your company in your home country. A distinct benefit of offshore company formation is the confidentiality that comes with it. Forming your company within your own jurisdiction will leave a paper trail to your name, enabling private investigators, attorneys, or others to locate your assets.

Determine the type of company that would best suit your needs. There is a wide array of company vehicles, from Limited Liability Companies to Corporations to International Business Companies and more. Again, each has its own benefits. Know what your goals are so that you can determine which company vehicle would help you reach those goals. Are you looking to raise capital? Are you trading stocks? Are you planning on being a lender? Each option may require a different vehicle. Know your options.

Be sure that you really do need an offshore company for your goals. If you are not that concerned about privacy and you are not working in large dollar amounts, it may be a bad idea to form an offshore company. While offshore companies are usually tax-free, there are yearly costs associated with them in order to keep the company in good standing. In some cases, it is more cost-efficient to use your own name or perhaps a second passport name for your financial transactions.

Another important element to consider when forming an offshore company is which company formation agent to use. There are many companies clamoring to get your business, so researching the best company is essential to your success.

The company you choose should charge comparable rates to others offering the same services. They should respect your privacy, be available to answer your questions, and work with you to help you make the best choices for your needs.

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What to Think About Before Going Offshore

Once the decision is made to Form an offshore company, potential investors should seriously consider several things before moving forward with the business incorporation.

The most important consideration is jurisdiction. Not all financial centers are created equal. If privacy is a concern, than you must know which jurisdictions truly keep your information confidential. In some instances, the data is easily accessible to those who are trained at locating it, such as private investigators. In some cases, a jurisdiction’s government may not be trustworthy, or has been known to take bribes to reveal private information regarding your offshore company. Thoroughly consider all options before committing to a particular jurisdiction.

Choosing the type of company – such as a limited liability company, a corporation, or an international business company – is directly related to the type of business you plan on undertaking with your offshore company. Know your goals and choose accordingly.

Shop around to be sure that you are not being overcharged for your offshore company. Compare price and services to ensure that you are matched to a reliable company with which you can grow and prosper. Also consider verifying that your private information will not be sold by the organization from which you purchase your offshore company. This will link you to newly formed company, putting your private information at risk.

Potential investors who are not concerned with privacy issues should evaluate whether they truly need an offshore company. While the benefits are authentic, if you have no need to remain confidential in your transactions or do not plan on taking full advantage of everything an offshore company has to offer, you should consider moving forward under your own name.

Do not jump into any investments without completely considering all aspects and speaking with professionals about any questions you have. Moving forward slowly ensures that you are making firm, solid steps. Moving too quickly, may result in a mistake that cannot be fixed.

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