The headline pitch is intoxicating: a 4% corporate tax rate on eligible export services and 0% Puerto Rico tax on certain post-residency capital gains. For founders, investors, and operators, that’s the fiscal equivalent of a tailwind and a turbocharger. But here’s the tension, incentives are policy; compliance is practice. On paper, Act 60 is a straight line to savings. In practice, it’s a maze with motion sensors. I’ve spent two… Read More
What Could You Do With an Extra Million Dollars?
Let’s run the math. You sell a $2 million portfolio—stocks, crypto, real estate—at a 50% gain. Congratulations, you just made $1 million. Then the IRS walks in with open arms. Depending on your bracket, federal long-term capital gains alone can take 20%. Add the Net Investment Income Tax (3.8%) and, if you’re in a high-tax state like California or New York, stack another 10–13%. In total, $300,000 to $400,000 of… Read More
From the U.S. to Puerto Rico, A Seamless Transition with Unmatched Tax & Business Advantages
Moving from the U.S. mainland to Puerto Rico offers not just a change in geography, but an extraordinary transformation in financial stability, business potential, and cultural ease. Let’s explore how Puerto Rico makes relocation both smooth and compelling. 1. A Territory, Not a Foreign Country Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory where the U.S. dollar is the official currency, federal law applies fully—including protections for intellectual property, patents, and banking… Read More
Why Puerto Rico? The Strategic Advantages of Moving Your Business to the Island
When it comes to scaling your business and keeping more of what you earn, Puerto Rico is more than just a tropical paradise—it’s a strategic powerhouse. With the U.S. tax code increasingly squeezing entrepreneurs and business owners, Puerto Rico offers a unique proposition that’s impossible to ignore. If you’ve ever thought about lowering your tax burden while expanding your reach, it’s time to consider Puerto Rico. Here’s why: 1. Unmatched… Read More
Josh Saves $100,000+ on Business Taxes Through Puerto Rico’s Act 60
Can I introduce you to Josh? He was running a thriving marketing consulting agency based in NYC, bringing in around $425,000 a year. But here’s the thing—he was paying almost 30% of that in taxes. Between a 21% federal tax rate and a 6.5% state tax rate, Josh was shelling out about $120,000 in taxes alone every year. It was exhausting, and honestly, he was just feeling stuck. One day,… Read More