PERFECT HOMES MAGAZINE ( Editor Stan Israel) by Stan Israel | Page 182

Show me the money! Caribbean Islands offering a piece of paradise by selling citizenship’s Are you fed up with your home country, want to pay lower taxes, enjoy the freedom to travel and strive for a higher quality of life? Well, if you have as little as $100,000 then you could buy citizenship to a tiny, tropical Caribbean nation that ticks all of those boxes and then some. St. Kitts and Nevis Cash for citizenship is an easy concept to understand. It best applies to just two countries in the world -- both of which happen to be in the Caribbean -- and are 100% legal and can happen in as little as a few months. The smallest nation in all of the Americas, the island federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, tempts would-be citizens with more than just tropical breezes, swaying palm trees and white sand beaches. It also touts  no personal income tax, the allowance for multiple-citizenship and visa-free access to nearly 130 countries and territories, the program is open to all nationalities except Iranian. Established in 1984, St. Kitts and Nevis’ citizenship-by-investment scheme is the longest-running program in the world and offers two avenues to a new passport. The cheaper option requires a $250,000 contribution to the country’s Sugar Industry Diversification Foundation. The second option is purchasing real estate investment to the value of $400,000 +.  At present the government website lists nearly 60 approved developments such as; Sundance Ridge, Calypso Bay and Windswept Residence which accept these types of investments. Investment Opportunity: Park Hyatt St. Kitts Located in Banana Bay, a secluded area offering white sand beaches and crystal clear water, as well as a splendid view of the beautiful island of Nevis.  The ownership of an investment share in this ultra-luxury hotel project grants investors the right to become eligible for  St Kitts and Nevis citizenship. Park Hyatt St. Kitts is a part of the multibillion-dollar  Christophe Harbour  resort, providing world-class amenities such as super yacht marina, a golf course by Fazio Design, restaurants, boutiques, five-star hotels, and luxury villas.  The investors will have the privilege of becoming members of the  Hyatt Gold Passport Club and enjoy suite upgrades, a special welcome amenity, complimentary in-room internet access, reservations through an exclusive Diamond line and access to the Regency Club or Grand Club lounges.