Wealth Uncensored

Estate Planning Is Useless If No One Can Find It

On this episode of Wealth Uncensored, Jimmy Sexton, LL.M. sits down with Dorie Clark to explore an overlooked but critical flaw in estate and incapacity planning.

Dorie shares a personal story about being called to make urgent medical decisions for her mother while traveling. Although the legal documents existed, she did not have immediate access to them when it mattered most. The experience revealed a hard truth that many families learn the painful way. Planning alone is not enough. Access, communication, and clarity are what determine whether a plan actually works in a crisis.

Together, Jimmy and Dorie unpack why families must go beyond drafting documents and focus on where documents live, who can access them, and how responsibilities are communicated across generations. This conversation is essential listening for anyone who believes estate planning is complete once the paperwork is signed.

U.S. and UAE Real Estate Strategies for Global Capital

In this episode of Wealth Uncensored, I sit down with my brother, Erik Sexton, SIOR, a trusted advisor to high net worth individuals and family offices on U.S. commercial real estate, to dissect the complexities of investing in property across jurisdictions.

We start by unpacking U.S. tax considerations for foreign investors, including entity selection, FIRPTA exposure, and strategies to improve after‑tax returns. We then transition to estate planning and asset protection for U.S. real estate holdings, focusing on structures that shield wealth and facilitate legacy transfer.

Next, Erik and I explore the UAE real estate landscape, taxation, ownership vehicles, and planning tools for investors. We highlight actionable structures that align tax efficiency with robust protection and discuss common pitfalls for foreign buyers in both markets.

Whether you’re a family office allocating global real estate capital, or an individual investor seeking cross‑border clarity, this episode delivers tactical insights you can apply now.

Divesting or Doubling Down? The Truth About Foreign Capital in U.S. CRE

In this episode of Wealth Uncensored, Jimmy Sexton sits down with his brother, Erik Sexton, SIOR, a top industrial and commercial real estate broker based in Las Vegas with two decades of experience advising family offices, institutional players, and private investors. Erik brings elite credentials from the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) and deep transactional insight into what’s happening in industrial, office, and logistics property markets. 

You’ve seen the headlines: “Foreign investment in U.S. real estate is rising.” But on the ground, Jimmy sees something different. Erik shares what he’s seeing from his work with international capital, what’s driving selective selling, why some foreign holders are reallocating, and where real opportunity still exists for savvy capital. If you invest globally or advise UHNW families, this episode cuts through confusion with real data points and boots‑on‑the‑ground perspective.

This episode delivers clarity on the disconnect between the headlines and real investor behavior.

The Danger of Fake-Smart AI Tax Advice

AI is shaking up the tax advisory and legal world, but not always for the better. In this episode of Wealth Uncensored, we discuss the risks of using AI for international tax advice. Jimmy and international tax attorney Virginia La Torre Jeker share real cases and hard facts from decades experience. Learn where AI tools like ChatGPT and Grok often get it wrong—and why you can't afford to rely on quick answers or so-called experts with little real experience.

We lay out the risks of trusting tax advice to AI and point out why experience, credentials, and a record of accurate writing for trusted publications matter more now than ever. If you’re choosing an advisor or doing your own research, watch this first to avoid costly mistakes, penalties, and headaches that can haunt you for years. For more, check out Virginia’s Forbes article on the dangers of AI in tax planning, linked below.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/virginialatorrejeker/2025/05/11/the-danger-of-relying-on-ai-for-us-tax-advice/

 

Follow Virginia La Torre Jeker on LinkedIn, one of the world’s leading authorities on U.S. international tax and compliance. https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginia-la-torre-jeker-j-d-44927a/

Don’t let confidence from chatbots fool you, when it comes to cross-border tax, there’s a lot at stake. Get practical tips on how to choose advisors who actually know what they’re doing and protect your wealth for the long run.

How to Protect U.S. Heirs from Taxes, Reporting & Risk

If your family includes U.S. citizen heirs, failing to plan properly can leave them exposed to income tax, estate tax, and punishing reporting obligations. In this episode of Wealth Uncensored, international tax expert Jimmy Sexton explains how properly structured foreign trusts can shield American heirs from the compliance and tax burdens that come with direct inheritance. Learn the key differences between foreign grantor and non-grantor trusts, their pros and cons, and the structuring mistakes that can trigger IRS scrutiny. This is essential listening for global families with mixed citizenships and cross-border wealth.

Fixing the Family Office Puzzle

HNWIs and family offices often believe they’re protected because they are surrounded by lawyers, accountants, wealth managers, and investment advisors. But what if no one is speaking to each other? In this episode of Wealth Uncensored, Jimmy Sexton reveals the dangerous inefficiencies caused by siloed advice. From tax inefficiencies to legal missteps, uncoordinated actions can quietly undermine even the most sophisticated portfolios. Jimmy explains why integrated, cross-border advice is essential, how to structure your advisory team for communication and clarity, and how to finally turn expert opinions into a unified wealth strategy. If your family office feels busy, but not strategic, this episode is your blueprint for change.

How UAE Family Foundations Can Eliminate Corporate Tax

The UAE’s foundation regime is one of the most powerful tools for wealth planning in the world, but thanks to the corporate tax law, many families are using it the wrong way and exposing themselves to unnecessary tax.

In this episode of Wealth Uncensored, Jimmy Sexton, founder of Esquire Group, explains how UAE foundations are by default treated as taxable companies, but how a little-known provision in the law allows family foundations to be treated as tax transparent instead.

We cover:

• The difference between regular and family foundations under UAE law
• How to make your foundation and its subsidiaries tax transparent
• Why old offshore structures no longer work under the new tax regime
• How families with legacy BVI, Cayman, or Nevis structures can restructure to eliminate UAE corporate tax

If you’re an advisor, family office, or HNWI with UAE assets or structures, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.

Freedom or Chains? The Responsibility of Inheriting Wealth

In this episode of Wealth Uncensored, Jimmy Sexton dives into a topic too many wealthy families overlook: the burdenthat wealth can place on the next generation. While trusts, foundations, and tax planning often focus on preserving assets, few consider the unintended consequences of passing wealth outright to heirs. From crippling tax exposure and reporting obligations to threats from lawsuits and divorce, inherited wealth can restrict the freedom of the very people it’s meant to empower. Jimmy talks about how proper structuring using trusts, foundations, and sound governance can liberate future generations instead of chaining them to compliance, tax bills, and risk. If you want your legacy to be a gift, not a liability, this episode is a must-listen.

Dubai Real Estate Secrets: 5 Moves Every Investor Should Know

Get Dubai real expert Stephen Pokoly’s top 5 tips for investing in Dubai real estate. In this episode of Wealth Uncensored, we break down the most common mistakes investors make and how you can avoid them. Stephen shares what it takes to succeed in Dubai’s market, from picking the right agent to understanding hidden costs and payment plans. Whether you’re new to Dubai or have years of experience, you’ll get real, honest advice to help you make smarter property choices. Find out how location, developer reputation, and realistic expectations about rental yields can protect your investment. If you want to buy, sell, or manage property in Dubai, this episode has you covered.

Dubai Property: Off-Plan vs Secondary Market—What’s The Difference?

Everything you need to know about buying off-plan vs. secondary market real estate in Dubai. This episode breaks down the biggest pros and cons of each, what you need to look out for, and how Dubai’s rules protect buyers. Hear directly from real estate expert Stephen Pokoly who’s been working in Dubai for over a decade. Whether you want long-term growth or immediate income from your property, this episode has practical tips, real-world examples, and the latest updates on the Golden Visa for investors. Find out the top things to consider, from payment plans to financing, and how to avoid common mistakes.