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U.S. Tax Reform — Boston

federico@legalkap.com (Federico Tabja) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:14:17 GMT

I was in Boston when the U.S. approved its latest major tax reform. The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” consolidates and extends key tax benefits — and combined with the new Chile–U.S. Double Taxation Convention, the rules of the game change completely.

What Can We Learn from Ozzy Osbourne’s Estate Planning?

federico@legalkap.com (Federico Tabja) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:13:43 GMT

Ozzy Osbourne was not only a rock legend — he was also the protagonist of one of the most comprehensive estate planning strategies in the entertainment world. But what if Ozzy had been a tax resident of Chile?

Chilean Financial Investments in the U.S.: Changes with Tax Reform?

federico@legalkap.com (Federico Tabja) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:13:03 GMT

One of the major topics for Chilean investors is passive income earned in the U.S. With the entry into force of the Chile–U.S. Double Taxation Convention and the new Trump 2025 tax reform, the landscape becomes more favorable but also more technical.

What Does 2026 Look Like for Foreign Investment in Chile and LatAm?

federico@legalkap.com (Federico Tabja) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:12:14 GMT

2026 is shaping up as a year of moderation in Latin America and Chile. From my experience in wealth structuring and protection, I see a scenario where the key will not be speculation, but the ability to design solid strategies that capture opportunities.

The Bank Matters as Much as the Asset

federico@legalkap.com (Federico Tabja) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:11:26 GMT

I have been following closely what is happening with regional banks in the United States. One blow to confidence is enough for people to rush to withdraw deposits — which raises a central question for investors and Family Offices: choosing the bank is as important as choosing the asset.

The New Map of the Chilean Investor in the United States

federico@legalkap.com (Federico Tabja) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:10:20 GMT

In recent years I have witnessed something once unthinkable: Chilean families and entrepreneurs no longer viewing the United States as an aspirational destination, but as a natural extension of their wealth strategy.

NEW URUGUAY: What Chileans (Companies and Family Offices) Need to Know

federico@legalkap.com (Federico Tabja) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:08:52 GMT

I have been reviewing Uruguay’s recent Five-Year Budget Bill (2025-2029) and believe this is a pivotal moment for those in Chile who have structures, investments, or tax residency linked to that country. Although the bill has not yet been approved, its direction is very clear — and it pays not to fall behind.

Portugal & Uruguay: Destinations for Chilean Wealth

federico@legalkap.com (Federico Tabja) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:04:58 GMT

Portugal removed Uruguay from its tax haven list, opening new planning possibilities for Chilean investors with international structures.

From Opening to Maintaining an LLC

federico@legalkap.com (Federico Tabja) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:03:41 GMT

The evolution from opening quick LLCs in the U.S. to building serious, compliant wealth structures that survive across generations.

Trusts: More Than Taxes, a Form of Continuity

federico@legalkap.com (Federico Tabja) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:00:05 GMT

Assets are inherited; values are transmitted. A well-crafted trust allows for both. A trust is not about saving taxes—it is about wealth structuring, preserving wealth, and building something that keeps functioning across generations.