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Incubator Hedge Funds Many traders dream of having their own hedge fund business but only a small percentage of them actually take the plunge. We launch your incubator hedge fund for $2,000. We break down startup costs into a two-step process. There is no redundancy as it costs the same amount for full development upfront as it does for the two-step process. Read More Here  The key difference between a full-fledged hedge fund and an incubator hedge fund is the ability to charge performance and management fees and the availability of offering documents. Learn More About Incubator Hedge Funds

Hedge Fund Performance Reports Do you or your existing hedge fund already have a good track record? Let us create your trading performance audit. Learn More About Hedge Fund Performance We create the financial statements and hedge fund offering documents you need to raise capital and attract investors to your hedge fund. Contact Us for a Free Consult

Investment Advisers & Hedge Fund Managers Investment advisers may have to register a with the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) or their home state securities commission unless an exemption registration applies. Are you based outside the United States but have U.S. customers? You may want to register with the SEC. There are diverse types of registration. Learn More About Investment Advisers Registration and State Investment Adviser Start Up Services and we offer Form ADV Annual Refiling Services

SEC Form D Filing Services for Hedge Funds Hedge funds operating under Regulation D must file Form D with the SEC annually. Many other filings are required of hedge funds. These filings are called "blue sky" filings.  Learn More About Hedge Fund Regulatory & Blue-Sky Filings

Mark-to-Market Elections & Trading Entity Tax Services One benefit of being a trader in securities is the ability to elect the Mark-to-Market (MTM) method of accounting. The tax election is available to an active trader and not to an investor in securities. Learn More About Trader Tax Services

Fund Accounting, NAV Services, Administration Tax Compliance & Audits Investors and regulators see value in the appointment of a third-party administrator.  Our work product includes detailed NAVs, performance records, brokerage statement reconciliation, Schedule K-1s, tax returns and much more!   View Sample Hedge Fund Client Statements, Monthly Management and Institutional Reports

Hedge Funds Creating a hedge fund to protect and manage your assets or the assets of others for a fee is a practical way to earn a living. Successful hedge funds continue to attract the wealthy, the working not-so-wealthy, businesses, and pension funds looking for better investment options worldwide. The United States offers a favorable environment for smaller hedge fund startups. The purpose of this web site is to highlight key U.S. hedge fund development and planning issues of interest to hedge fund sponsors worldwide. If you are interested in starting a hedge fund, contact us for a Free Consult with a hedge fund attorney.  We set up hedge funds both in the United States and in other countries. The global hedge fund business offers great potential in the years ahead. Learn More About Starting a Hedge Fund

Separately Managed Account Business It costs more money to set up a hedge fund. If you have customers ready to commit money now, set up a separate managed account business now and add a hedge fund later. Your customers will open trading accounts at the brokerage and you will manage their accounts pursuant to the managed account agreement. We also assist recently terminated advisers. Learn More About Separate Managed Accounts

Offshore Hedge Funds Interested in starting an offshore hedge fund? The best approach is to start an offshore incubator hedge fund. It is easily converted to a full-fledge hedge fund with  offering documents at any time. We are one of the leading hedge fund law firms assisting new hedge fund managers worldwide.Learn More About Offshore Hedge Funds

Hedge Fund Offering Documents It is good and common industry practice to provide hedge fund offering documents to your investors.  Learn More About Hedge Fund Offering Documents 

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Offering Documents Reviews Are you writing your own offering documents and need them reviewed by an experienced lawyer? Contact Us for Assistance

Spot Forex, Managed Futures & Commodities If you trade spot forex, futures, or commodities on behalf of a customer or a hedge fund -- you are a commodity trading adviser (CTA) and/or a commodity pool operator (CPO). Certain exemptions from licensing exist. Learn More About Setting Up a Spot Forex Fund or a Commodity Pool and a NFA Regulated Managed Account Business

Personal Consultations You get answers to your specific questions by speaking directly to Hannah Terhune, an experienced hedge fund and international tax attorney. Ms. Terhune's hard-earned knowledge and experience can be put to work to save you unnecessary steps and costly wasted effort. The consultation is an invaluable opportunity to speak to Hannah one-on-one and learn how to achieve more in less time. As a result, you can anticipate that the return on your investment will far outweigh the costs associated with our unsurpassed services. Ms. Terhune's credentials reflect an invaluable resource that combines a well-informed professional practitioner with sound ethical judgment that cannot be overestimated. The expertise required to recommend best solutions and provide sound advice should never be taken lightly. when you are finished with your consultation, you will be impressed and informed about your business plans. Call (307) 213-47322 or Click Here to Request Services

Why Hire Us? When you hire us for hedge fund you get a unique combination of securities, tax, and international experience, focused on the trader niche. We are one destination for special hedge fund and trader tax needs. We think we have the best set of offering documents based on the current and ever changing federal, state, and offshore securities, commodities, and tax laws. We aim and deliver quick turnaround times. We understand that clients want to begin business as soon as possible. We conceive, structure, and deploy the best strategies. Our customers value our one-stop shop relationship. We help you start your business and continue to assist you. Our tax services affiliate handles accounting, software, and tax compliance, including all tax matters (tax planning and tax returns). Only one thing counts with us and that is our customer relationships!

Leading Media Content & Articles on Hedge Funds & International Tax Planning

Read helpful articles on hedge funds and international tax planning by Hannah Terhune, a leading hedge fund and international tax attorney. Hannah Terhune's articles are hedge fund and tax planning articles are widely published on the Internet and recommended by TheStreet.com and other respected media. Contact Us for Articles & Reprint Rights Follow @HannahTerhune
Call Us First  We are experts in international hedge funds and tax. Click on any reference below to our leading articles:

Strategic Hedge Fund Planning by Hannah Terhune.  Wilmott Magazine Ltd. (Volume 2013, Issue 63, pages 8-11 January 2013).

Hedge Funds - Limited Partners' Right of Access After Parkcentral Global, L.P., v. Brown Investment Management, L.P. by Jim Brennan.   Cititrust Edge Magazine (4th Quarter 2012).

Strategic Hedge Fund Planning by Hannah Terhune. Canadian Hedge Watch (March 2012).

Strategic Hedge Fund Planning by Hannah Terhune. MoneyScience (March 2012)

Hedge Funds - Limited Partners' Right of Access After Parkcentral Global, L.P., v. Brown Investment Management, L.P. by Jim Brennan.  Canadian Hedgewatch (July 2011).

Planning for Cross-Border Financing Arrangements.  Practical International Tax Strategies (May 31, 2011).

U.S.--Tax Traps of Non-U.S. Issuer Debt Offerings.  Practical International Tax Strategies (April 15, 2011).

America the Beautiful Tax Haven. Cititrust Edge Magazine (1st Quarter 2011).

Offshore Hedge Fund Focus:  Master & Feeder.  Cititrust Edge Magazine (4th Quarter 2010).

U.S.--Cross Border Credit Agreements:  Planning for U.S. Withholding Taxes.  Practical International Tax Strategies (November 15, 2010).

Starting an Offshore Fund.  themanager.org (June 2008).

Mixing Investment Adviser and Brokerage Services.  Hedge Fund Monthly by EurekaHedge.com (October 2007).

Offshore Fund Taxation.  Hedge Fund Monthly by EurekaHedge.com (May 2007).

Forex Trader to Forex Manager.  Offshore Business Magazine (November 2006).

Forex Trader to Forex Fund Manager:  The Path to Success.  Hedge Fund Monthly by EurekaHedge.com (October 2006).

Drafting Hedge Fund Performance Allocations.  Hedge Fund Monthly by EurekaHedge.com (August 2006).

Como Crear su Propio Hedge Fund by Hannah M. Terhune, Eva Porras, Argilio Rodriguez and Garrett Fisher (2006).

Offshore Hedge Funds: Focus on Master/Feeders by Hannah M. Terhune (2006).

Temas Sobre Impuestos de Sociedades Colectivas para Hedge Funds en Paraiso Fiscal by Hannah M. Terhune (2006).

Establish a Marketable Track Record with an Incubator Fund by Hannah M. Terhune (2006).

Must I Register as a Commodity Pool Operator? by Hannah M. Terhune (2006).

Do’s and Don’ts for Crafting Hedge Fund Performance Allocations by Roger D. Lorence and Hannah M. Terhune. Derivatives:
Financial Products Report (an RIA publication) (September 2005).

Trading Foreign Index Contracts? Know the Tax Rules Before You Trade by Hannah M. Terhune and Roger D. Lorence. Stocks, Futures and Options (June 2005).

Practical Strategies For Section 475(f) Elections by Roger D. Lorence and Hannah M. Terhune. Derivatives Financial Products Report (WG&L/RIA, a Thompson Company) (March 2005).

Forex Hedge Fund Management by Hannah Terhune and Roger D. Lorence.  Currency Trader (March 2005).

Advising Clients on Internet Server Co-Location Agreements, Practical International Tax Strategies (March 15, 2004).

Structuring and Financing International Operations Using Hybrid Entities and Tax-Efficient Financing Practical U.S./International Tax Strategies (Jan. 15, 2004).

Hedge Fund Compensation Arrangements. Practical U.S./Domestic Tax Strategies at Page 18 (Dec. 2003).

U.S. Inbound Investment – The Portfolio Interest Exemption. Practical U.S./International Tax Strategies (Dec. 15, 2003).

Foreign Futures Planning: The 60/40 Question. Practical U.S./International Tax Strategies at Page 12 (Sept. 30, 2003).

Managing Offshore Hedge Funds - A View from the Beach: Practical U.S./International Tax Strategies at Page 9 (June 15, 2003).

Offshore Hedge Funds - Master/Feeder Compliance Issues: Practical U.S./International Tax Strategies at Page 9 (May 15, 2003).

Ready for Help? Please call us (307) 213-4732 or e-mail Hannah Terhune, international hedge fund and tax attorney.


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We cater to high-net worth individuals and businesses in the alternative investment community. We are experienced in wealth management, U.S. and offshore hedge fund formations, incubator hedge funds, spot forex funds, master/feeder funds, commodity pools, commodity trading advisory businesses, investment advisory companies, fund administration, SEC and state investment adviser registrations, compliance with Blue Sky laws, and hedge fund taxation. We offer professional tax advice, state and federal SEC advice, business planning services, international tax, and tax return preparation. You may have an unusual situation that needs special attention. We are ready to help. Perhaps you need extra support in an area, such as year-end accounting or performance audits. Blue-sky filings or Investment Advisor Registration We can help. We offer complete 24/7 access and great working relationships. We are simply second to none. Think outside the ordinary.

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Our Commitment  Henry David Thoreau wrote:  "Do not hire a man who works for money, but him who does it for love of it."  We are committed to your business plans and bringing you the best possible options.  We are an established and internationally recognized business that serves and educates our clients throughout the industry.  We do this by striving for the best results.  Above all, we are a law firm.  A lawyer is a philosopher and role model.  The ability to improve our clients' lives is a privilege that we do not take lightly.  There is tremendous power in being able to effect a positive change in our clients' lives.  Our aim is to welcome our clients and to provide a comfortable, warm environment for all.

Thanks for visiting our website.  We hope to have the opportunity to serve you. The views expressed on this website are subject to change based upon new information, new technology, consideration of new perspectives and/or for no reason at all. This website exists for educational purposes and nothing on this website should be considered as legal advice. Website content and design are copyrighted 2024© by Hannah M. Terhune and all rights are reserved.