INDEPENDENT OFFSHORE INVESTMENT CONSULTANT
Local vs. Offshore Investments: Which Is Right for You?
Local Investments
Familiarity & Accessibility
- Investment options are rooted in South African financial systems, making them easy to understand.
- Access to local advisors and institutions simplifies decision-making and ongoing management.
Offshore Investments
Global Opportunities
- Access to international markets with potentially higher growth opportunities.
- Diversification across currencies, economies, and industries.
Currency Stability
- Vulnerable to fluctuations in the South African Rand (ZAR).
CURRENCY STRENGTH
- Investments are often denominated in stronger currencies like USD, EUR, or GBP.
- High inflation rates may erode long-term returns.
- Hedge against Rand depreciation and inflation.
Market Growth Potential
- Limited to South Africa’s economic growth, which is slower compared to global markets.
Wealth Preservation
- Ideal for safeguarding wealth in politically or economically uncertain times.
- Sector diversity is restricted within the local market.
- Suitable for long-term goals like retirement or global inheritance planning.
- Governed by local financial authorities like the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA).
- Subject to international financial regulations and tax laws.
- Familiar legal frameworks and tax implications.
- May require expert advice to navigate foreign jurisdictions and compliance.
- Lower transaction fees for local investments.
- Higher transaction and management fees.
- Easier access to cash or selling assets when needed.
- Potential barriers include minimum investment thresholds or account setup complexities.
GAP Wealth – The Offshore Protection Advantage
I Care About Your Success
My main focus is to build a strong, reliable, long-term business relationship with you that is grounded in confidence, trust, and performance. Unlike many investment advisors, I develop solutions tailored to your specific current and future lifestyle and business needs.
Your Confidentiality Is Protected
I provide full offshore legal protection, whether it be incorporation, assistance with bank account openings, administration, or other financial services by strictly observing advisor-client privileges.
What Some Clients Say
“As a lawyer I have a lot on my plate, so getting round to managing my personal finances has never been front of mind. In Giles I have found a hugely competent and honest wealth manager, who genuinely cares about what he does and takes a keen interest in truly understanding my financial goals. I cannot recommend Giles highly enough.”
“Giles has been instrumental in advising me on my long term investment planning. I have found his advice to be clear, informed, and provided in a professional manner, but most of all, I have appreciated that it has been honest and given in simplified and uncomplicated terminology, and not investment jargon populated with financial buzzwords. Importantly, he provides me with regular performance reports and keeps me informed of how the global and local markets impact on my investment strategy. I would highly recommended Giles as anyone’s wealth advisor. “
Director, Auditing Firm
“Giles has been instrumental in helping me re-organise my messy and poor investment decisions and has provided clear and honest advice. He is not driven by personal gain but has given me sound professional advice, both locally and now internationally.”
Contracts Manager, Energy Sector
“I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Giles for several years, during which he has offered great advice and service in financial planning for myself and my wife. Above all, I was impressed with Giles’ candor in laying out options to allow us to choose the best approach for our situation.”
Business Adviser, Management Consulting
“It is rare that one comes across a financial advisor, who is not only incredibly knowledgeable but who genuinely cares about his clients. Giles is sincere, patient, and will always go out of his way to help his clients with a wealth of knowledge on all local & international investment opportunities. Giles will not only explain financial matters to you in plain and simple terms, he will teach you and make sure you understand exactly what you are investing in and what your options are. He always does his absolute best to find the right solution for you, and you know that you are in safe hands and can ask any question, no matter how silly it seems. I couldn’t recommend Giles more strongly!”
Financial Manager, Golf Estate
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