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Category: Investing
Why Panama’s Economy Is In A League Of Its Own
Currency Investing Scams: How To Recognize The Red Flags
“I’m expecting a windfall payout imminently from a currency investment. When I receive it, I want to reinvest the proceeds in real estate overseas…” So wrote a reader a couple of years ago. He didn’t want to say what the investment was for fear of tipping off the marketplace, but, eventually, in a follow-up email, […]
Is There A Perfect Time For An Overseas Property Purchase?
The U.S. dollar continues at highs against currencies around the world, including the British pound and the euro. Pundits are predicting more of the same. I’ve read and heard talking head after talking head calling for an ever-stronger Greenback. It reminds me of a few years ago, when those who try to crystal-ball this stuff […]
Diversification Is Key, Whether Trump Delivers Or Not
When President Trump was elected to office, some readers wrote to say they’d decided to put their flag-planting efforts on hold. Maybe President Trump would be able to achieve his goal of making America great again, they figured. He’s certainly gotten off to a dramatic start. Love or hate what he’s doing… believe or don’t […]
Important News For Folks Living And Investing In Belize
Two interesting pieces of news from my trip to Belize to host last week’s conference in Belize City. The first one is exciting for anyone who spends time on the Belize mainland. The roads are being improved… well, at least the road from the airport to the city. In addition, a bypass has been built […]
Taking Your IRA Funds Offshore: An Offshore Expert’s Strategy
When I first began talking about the idea of investing IRA funds offshore more than 15 years ago, people wrote to tell me I didn’t know what I was talking about. Couldn’t be done, they insisted… the IRS didn’t allow it. Today, an industry exists to help people take their IRAs offshore. Why would you […]
Here’s What’s In Store For Expats and Investors In Panama In 2017
We’ve been making the case for Panama for nearly 20 years now, and we’re more bullish on the opportunities and upsides on offer in the Hub of the Americas than ever before. Panama could arguably be called the world’s best offshore haven. No doubt the country offers serious pluses for those looking for a full, […]
The 5 Best Places To Go Offshore And Diversify In 2017
The offshore world is fast moving. Ever-changing legislation, regulation, incentives, bureaucracy, and market fundamentals mean that the best places to open an offshore bank account, base a business, or establish backup residency, for example, one month are not necessarily your top choices the next. As we stand at the start of New Year 2017, where […]
My 5 Flags Review For 2016 And Where I’m Investing In 2017
At the start of each New Year, I look back to see what new flags I’ve planted during the previous 12 months. I’ve been living an offshore lifestyle for nearly 25 years, but my flag planting doesn’t stop. It’s ever-evolving. In 2016, I finally took my own advice and set up a backup residency. My […]