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Where National Politics Failed, Can Local Democracy Prevail? The Caye Caulker Cannabis Referendum
On October 8th, voters of Caye Caulker will make history as they head to the polls for Belize’s first-ever community cannabis referendum. This grassroots initiative, spearheaded by the “Legalize It Caye Caulker” campaign led by village councilor Ilya Rosado, asks voters whether the Government of Belize should establish a regulated, taxable cannabis industry on the...
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How to Protect Assets in Texas: We Breakdown 8 Effective Strategies
Quick Summary This article outlines eight effective strategies to protect assets in Texas, including establishing offshore trusts in the Cook Islands, Nevis, and Belize; forming LLCs and DAPTs; leveraging domestic retirement accounts; safeguarding cryptocurrency; diversifying investments; implementing estate planning; and purchasing insurance to shield wealth from legal risks and financial threats. Worried About Losing Your...
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Cook Islands Trust vs. Nevis Trust vs. Belize Trust: Our Detailed Comparison
Quick Summary This article compares Cook Islands, Nevis, and Belize trusts to help you choose the best option for offshore asset protection. It explains key differences in legal strength, control, cost, and setup. For deeper insight into trust structures, legal strategies, and wealth planning, visit our articles and explore more expert content from Blake Harris...
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Our List of Top 8 Offshore Trusts for Asset Protection
Quick Summary This article explores the top 8 offshore trust jurisdictions such as the Cook Islands, Nevis, and Belize, highlighting their strengths and use cases. Offshore trusts help protect wealth, maintain privacy, and reduce legal risks. Discover how to choose the right trust for your needs and check out our other articles for more asset...
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How Much Does a Belize Trust Cost to Set Up & Maintain?
Quick Summary A Belize Trust provides strong asset protection, tax advantages, and privacy for protecting wealth. This article details everything about Belize Trusts—their structure, costs, setup process, and benefits. Learn why these trusts are a leading choice for asset protection and how Blake Harris Law can guide you through establishing one. Looking to Understand the...
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Cruise Passenger in “Bad Shape” in Hospital in Belize
A television station in Belize, 7 News Belize, reported on the latest illness from the Carnival Vista. Belize, of course, is one of the ports on the itinerary of the ill-fated Carnival cruise ship which arrived in that country’s waters on August 10th with 27 people ( 26 crew and 1 passenger) infected with COVID-19....
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Passenger Infected With COVID-19 on Carnival Vista and Abandoned By Carnival in Belize Dies After Returning to U.S.
A passenger who sailed aboard the Carnival Vista to Belize, who was infected with COVID-19 on the cruise ship and then abandoned by Carnival in that foreign port, recently died after she eventually returned to the U.S. A Retired Sunday School Teacher On Her First Trip Outside of the U.S. Marilyn Tackett, a retired Sunday...
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Carnival Vista Returns to Roatan with Sixteen Crew Members Positive for COVID-19, Now Sailing to Belize
The Carnival Vista returned to Roatan this morning. Tests of crew members on the ship indicated that sixteen (16) members were positive for COVID-19, according to a trusted source (a Carnival employee) on the ship. A week ago, the Carnival cruise ship arrived in Roatan with 26 crew members who tested positive, based on the...
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Positive COVID-19 Cases Increase to 27 as Carnival Vista Leaves Belize Heading for Cozumel
The number of positive COVID-19 aboard the Carnival Vista increased to 27 today as the cruise ship disembarked passengers ashore in the port of Belize City. In addition to the 26 crew members who were infected and are in quarantine when the ship arrived in Roatan, which we reported on yesterday, a passenger also tested...
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Deported Vet Becomes a U.S. Citizen
Born in Belize, Roman Sabal, a deported United States Marine Corps veteran who was eligible to become a U.S. citizen but who was blocked by the U.S. government from entering the country to attend his citizenship interview. It was a maddening catch-22 and highlighted the dysfunction of the U.S. immigration system – even for those...