In this episode of Swiss Money Secrets, hosts Jamie Vrijhof-Droese and Jess Roberson are joined by Blake Harris, founder of Blake Harris Law and a leading expert in asset protection. Together, they explore the power and purpose of Cook Islands trusts—one of the most robust legal tools for protecting wealth internationally.Blake shares his deep knowledge of how these trusts work, who they're designed for, and why the Cook Islands have become a gold-standard jurisdiction in asset protection. The conversation covers common misconceptions, legal safeguards, and how these structures fit into broader wealth preservation strategies.Jamie, Jess, and Blake also discuss real-world use cases, the ethical considerations around offshore trusts, and how they compare to other options in the international landscape.Whether you're a high-net-worth individual, advisor, or simply curious about global asset protection, this episode offers essential insights into securing your financial future through smart international planning.00:00 Intro 00:43 Moody's credit rating of the USA04:40 Domestic vs. Offshore Trusts 09:20 Investing with your offshore trust 15:07 Blake's approach to clients 18:55 Tax considerations for an offshore trust 26:50 Busting offshore trust myths 23:38 Outro Learn more about Blake Harris Law: https://blakeharrislaw.com/ Find Blake Harris on Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter: @blakeharrislaw About WHVP: WHVP is an independent asset manager, specialized in managing the funds of private clients. We are registered with the SEC in the U.S. and are located in Zurich, Switzerland. We are associated with several first-class private banks in Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Austria, which act as custodian banks for our client's accounts. Our asset management principles are guided by conservative, long-term-oriented capital preservation strategies. Our focus is personalized service. We structure a portfolio that will be insulated against U.S. Dollar depreciation yet capitalize on overseas investment opportunities. Learn more about us at https://whvp.ch/ Contact WHVP: Website: https://whvp.ch/ Email: info@whvp.ch Telephone: +41 44 315 77 77 Disclaimer: All posts and publications are for your information only and are not intended as an offer, promotion, or solicitation to buy or sell any financial instrument or perform any other financial transactions. All information and opinions expressed in posts and publications reflect our current views as of the date of the publication and may be liable to change without notice.
