@PeaceandProsperity @freepatriot Ease of naturalization is at the top since that will grant indefinite leave to remain in other countries such as Chile, and visa-free access to China. Other considerations are its position as a net exporter of energy (both hydrocarbons and agriculture), decent proficiency in English (highest in Latin America), and climate (I perfer cold weather so I can stay in the south).
@PeaceandProsperity @Harald @freepatriot One disadvantage is the political instability of south america. If the kirchners come back, its right back to socialism with high taxes and currency controls.
@h4890 @PeaceandProsperity @freepatriot In my special case, my money is already made, so there is no income to tax. In a general case, that is fine also because of the optionality provided by the passport: the naturalization process only obligates one to remain in Argentina for the majority of two calendar years (though my lawyer has advised three so I can also make a bid for permanent residency).
@Harald @PeaceandProsperity @freepatriot Ahh... that makes sense. Then you could just leave your money, in USD, on a bank outside the country, and no matter what they do, you should be alright.
A very interesting perspective!
I'm in the middle of life, so naturally I think of my money as something that will grow over time, and how to minimize the taxation of the growth.
@freepatriot I plan to move there too. There are some affairs here that will take about a year to put in order, but otherwise, there is no reason for me to remain in the United States.