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Family Office Relocation 2026 | Best Jurisdictions for Capital Structuring

Access to banking is no longer guaranteed by scale of wealth alone. Even the most prestigious and exclusive institutions are tightening the screw on their risk appetite in reaction to both real and speculative geopolitical and geoeconomic events, alongside increasing AML compliance and global regulatory requirements.

The balance between reputational safeguarding and supporting the ‘right’ clients has led to a bureaucratic quagmire of onboarding requirements, jurisdictional line towing and prote...
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Episode 3 | Human Judgment, Al, and Accountability:The Future of Risk in Global Capital Compliance

Compliance teams operate on the frontlines of financial services, but who are the people behind the paperwork? In Episode 3 of Capital Without Borders, we’re joined by Jack Miles, Chief Risk Officer at Interpolitan Money.

Jack discusses the challenges of balancing good governance with ever-increasing client demands, and explains why teamwork, collaboration, and human experience are the most effective preventative measures against financial crime.
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Episode 2: Unlocking Luxury: The Future of Asset Financing

Can you unlock liquidity from a steam train… or a £1M car collection?

This week on Capital Without Borders, Robert Johnson, Managing Director at Classic & Sports Finance, joins us to explore how high-value alternative assets can become powerful sources of capital.
We discover what “bankable wealth” really means, why traditional lenders often overlook these assets, how private clients and family offices are unlocking hidden liquidity, and the growing role of lifestyle assets in modern wealth strategies.

Want to join the conversation or appear as a guest? Get in touch at: partnerships@interpolitanmoney.com

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Debanking in UK Construction: Escrow Solutions for Foreign Investors

Debanking, the practice of banks closing or restricting accounts without clear justification, is not a fringe issue; it is a systemic challenge for the entire construction industry. It disrupts cash flow, delays major projects, and increases financial risk for non-native businesses investing in the United Kingdom. Layered on top of this is financial discrimination, which operates more subtly but no less destructively: foreign entities face heightened due diligence, slower onboarding, restricted...
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Escrow Services for Construction and Agricultural Equipment | Cross-Border Industrial Transactions

Global trade has always required mechanisms to protect value when goods, capital, and trust do not move in synchrony. In industrial markets, this challenge is magnified by scale. Heavy machinery, long production cycles, complex logistics, and reliance on timely performance make construction and agricultural equipment transactions especially sensitive. Excavators, cranes, harvesters, tractors, and other specialised machinery are mission-critical assets whose delayed delivery or failed commissioni...
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Unlimited Real-Time Euro Payments with SEPA Instant | Interpolitan Money

Interpolitan Money now supports SEPA Instant for eligible EUR payments, providing near real-time settlement instead of next-day processing. This enhancement reinforces our commitment to delivering ‘always-on’ financial infrastructure, giving clients and partners greater control over their capital.
For fast, time-sensitive payments, SEPA Instant is the clear winner. Payments are processed in seconds, anytime, day or night, while standard SEPA is suitable for routine transfers that aren’t sensitiv...
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Digital Asset Escrow for Cross-Border Media & IP Acquisitions | Interpolitan Money

The iconic ‘ta-dum’ sound that echoes around living rooms nightly across the globe is an omnipresent, poignant reminder of how the consumption, distribution and ownership of media have been transformed in the digital era. With over 90% of media and gaming products created exclusively in digital formats, fewer assets exist that can be physically valued and traded. Whether it be source code, ProRes, FLAC or MP3 files, computerised assets are the lifeblood of capital flows in cloud-based industries...
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Escrow Accounts for Global Trade & Supply Chain | Interpolitan Money

Escrow services operate as neutral, conditional holding mechanisms that protect capital while directly linking payment to verified performance. In cross-border trade -where enforcement standards, legal systems, and operational risks vary - escrow replaces informal trust with structured, enforceable financial controls. Funds are held independently and released only when clearly defined contractual and operational conditions are satisfied.
Payments are triggered only when predefined contractual mi...
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How Can Escrow Reduce Risk in Sports Sponsorships & Prize Money?

Physical activity packaged as entertainment is one of the oldest forms of recreation in human history, and the economisation of athleticism has long been at the heart of its success. Whether it be cave wrestling in Neolithic France, the Gladiatorial Pentathlon in Ancient Greece, Camel racing across the Arabian Peninsula, or the latest YouTube influencer boxing carnival – where there’s sweat, there’s stacks of cash.

The value of the global sports industry is estimated to reach $1 trillion by the...
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Securing Construction Capital: Escrow Accounts for International Projects

As early as 400,000 years ago, our early hunter-gatherer ancestors laid the cornerstone for modern construction. Whilst their shelters were assembled from wood and animal skins, their ingenuity triggered our never-ending pursuit of laying bricks and mortar. From Terra Amata to the Burj Khalifa, buildings continue to reshape our environmental and economic landscape, yet the financial foundations needed to support a $16 trillion industry have never been more fragile.

In 2026, only a handful of in...
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Discover How Escrow Unlocks Global Capital | Interpolitan Money

Since antiquity, deposit and bond-based systems have been used to safeguard assets and the transfer of funds. Under the rule of King Hammurabi, Babylonian businessmen etched written guarantees on clay tablets and in Medieval Europe, Venetian Merchant bankers issued bills of exchange to ensure payments were honoured. As the adage says, ‘there’s nothing new under the sun’, and this is never truer than in financial services.
The world may feel smaller than ever before, but the movement of cross-bor...
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How to Set Up an SPV in India 2026 | Foreign Investor Guide

India is rapidly consolidating its position as a preferred jurisdiction for foreign investors seeking transparent and efficient structures for asset holding, project financing, and cross-border investment. Through a properly established SPV (Special Purpose Vehicle), investors can ring-fence risks, streamline capital flows, and benefit from regulatory clarity under the Companies Act 2013 and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) in India is a distinct legal entity, cre...
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How to set up an SPV in UAE (Dubai) 2026 | Foreign investor guide to tax-efficient structures

The UAE and Dubai are one of the world’s most tax-efficient and investor-friendly jurisdictions to set up a special purpose vehicle (SPV) in 2026. SPVs are widely used for investment holding, asset protection, structured finance, funds, family offices, and cross-border capital deployment. This guide covers documentation, free zones, non-resident banking, tax considerations, and growth opportunities.
Setting up a Dubai SPV requires careful preparation of legal and financial documentation, especia...
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How to Set Up a Cayman Islands SPV in 2026 | Non-Resident Investor Guide

Interpolitan Money Plc is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) to issue electronic money under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011. FRN 900413. Forward contracts and associated credit facilities are not regulated by the FCA. Interpolitan Money Plc registered office address 2 Leman Street, London, England, E1W 9US, a company incorporated under the laws of England and Wales, registration number 07666629.

Interpolitan Money Canada Inc is registered as a Money Busin...
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How to Set Up an SPV in Cyprus | 2026 Guide for Foreign Investors

Setting up a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) in Cyprus is a popular option for international investors seeking tax efficiency, asset protection, and an EU-regulated structure. This guide explains how to register a Cyprus SPV, the required documents, compliance obligations, and the benefits of using a multi-currency SPV account over a traditional bank account.
A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) in Cyprus is a legally distinct company formed for a narrow, clearly defined function - typically to hold as...
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How to Set Up an SPV in Ireland 2026 | Foreign Investor Guide

Setting up a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) in Ireland is increasingly popular among foreign business owners and international investors. SPVs allow investors to hold assets, manage financial transactions, or structure investments in a legally robust and tax-efficient manner. Unlike traditional property holding companies or standard bank accounts, SPVs offer flexibility, risk isolation, and enhanced reporting structures.

This 2026 guide explains how to establish an SPV in Ireland, compares SPV p...
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How to Set Up an SPV in Singapore 2026 | Foreign Investor Guide

The Singapore SPV ecosystem has expanded significantly with the rise of VCCs and increased investor demand.
Foreign investors can fully own a Singapore SPV, but must prepare the following documentation:
Many investors are familiar with standard Irish property bank accounts. While these accounts suffice for basic rent collection or mortgage payments, SPV accounts offer specialised features designed for international, multi-asset portfolios:
SPV accounts are particularly beneficial for foreign inv...
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How to Set Up an SPV in the British Virgin Islands 2026 | Foreign Investor Guide

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) remains a premier jurisdiction for establishing Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), offering tax neutrality, strong corporate legislation, and investor-friendly governance. BVI SPVs are widely used by international investors, corporate clients, and funds for asset management, debt issuance, and risk isolation.

This 2026 guide outlines how to set up an SPV in the BVI, compares SPV accounts to traditional banking solutions, highlights sector-specific applications, an...
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Top 5 SPV Jurisdictions for 2026 | Banking, Residency & Tax Insights

What is an SPV, and how does it work?

A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) is a legal entity created to isolate financial risk, manage project-specific funds, and segregate transactions from the parent company. SPVs are commonly used by investment vehicles, family offices, law firms, and property developers.
Which are the top SPV jurisdictions in 2026?The leading SPV jurisdictions are the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands (BVI), Ireland, Luxembourg, and Singapore. Each offers unique advantages...
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2025 UK Budget Summary: Strategic Considerations for International Wealth & Capital

Interpolitan Money Plc is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) to issue electronic money under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011. FRN 900413. Forward contracts and associated credit facilities are not regulated by the FCA. Interpolitan Money Plc registered office address 2 Leman Street, London, England, E1W 9US, a company incorporated under the laws of England and Wales, registration number 07666629.

Interpolitan Money Canada Inc is registered as a Money Busin...
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Property SPV Accounts for CRE Investors| Interpolitan Money

Commercial real estate (CRE) has always been more than a means of generating income - it has been a defining force in shaping the world as we know it. Since the advent of the earliest structured civilisations, owning and leasing commercial property has had the power to restructure geographical landscapes, forge dynasties, and dictate our global economic trajectory.
From the artisanal workshops of the Han Dynasty to the world’s first indoor shopping mall, built by Apollodorus of Damascus in 100 C...
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Property SPV Accounts in 2025: The Complete Guide for Private Property Investors

For private investors, the UK property market remains one of the most reliable long-term investment vehicles. With the combined value of residential and commercial assets now exceeding £10.3 trillion, real estate continues to offer stable yields, long-term appreciation, and strong demand from both domestic and international buyers.
However, as investment strategies become increasingly sophisticated - driven by cross-border acquisitions, multi-asset portfolios, and international joint ventures -...
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