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Investing in the stock market in Uzbekistan – a high-growth frontier market
Last year, I wandered off to Uzbekistan for a month. Why? The macro case was just too compelling for me not to go there (I wrote about it here). It was a busy month. I met with lawyers, bankers, real estate agents, academics, investors, locals, expats and many more. I...
A Real Estate Investment in Tirana, Albania?
Anyone interested both in macroeconomics and real estate will inevitably consider an investment in Tirana, Albania as it is one of the cheapest capital cities in Europe. At first glance it looks like a great deep value play. But it is really? Last year I wrote about...
One of the best plan Bs in Europe – Montenegro
I typically spend a few months every year in Montenegro. It's one of my favourite spots in Europe. Why? - Great weather- A stunning coastline- Good value skiing- Great hiking- A laid-back atmosphere- Affordable Did you know you can claim residency in Montenegro by...
International Real Estate Investments
A Real Estate Investment in Tirana, Albania?
Anyone interested both in macroeconomics and real estate will inevitably consider an investment in Tirana, Albania as it is one of the cheapest capital cities in Europe. At first glance it looks like a great deep value play. But it is really? Last year I wrote about...
A Real Estate Investment in Granada or San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua?
After writing about the economy in Nicaragua a few weeks ago, I received many inquiries about making a real estate investment in Nicaragua. Read the article on Nicaragua's economy - it serves as a good preface to this article. I'll focus on San Juan Del Sur and...
The Real Estate Investment Market in Tbilisi, Georgia
Making a real estate investment in Tbilisi, Georgia, is increasingly making headlines in the “offshore” world. Georgia is being sold as a great place to do business as well as being affordable and populated by friendly people making delicious wine. Guess what, this is...
Offshore Banking
Offshore Banking Options for Individuals and other Solutions 2020
My eBook will save you days of research You want to open an offshore bank account but don’t know where to start? Or you’ve started but are struggling to make sense of which option you should choose? Having an offshore bank account for diversification has never been as...
The Pros and Cons of opening a Bank Account in Tbilisi, Georgia
I’ve written previously about Georgia and real estate opportunities in its lovely capital Tbilisi, but this is my first post exploring bank account offerings there. Opening a bank account in Georgia is definitely worth your consideration. The Republic of Georgia is...
The Pros and Cons of Opening a Bank Account in Panama as a Non-Resident
There are many reasons why anyone with even a little bit of money should diversify and open a bank account offshore. Opening a bank account in Panama as a non-resident is an option. I spent some time on the ground in Panama in early March and went to few banks. Let’s...
Residency and Citizenship by Investment
One of the best plan Bs in Europe – Montenegro
I typically spend a few months every year in Montenegro. It's one of my favourite spots in Europe. Why? - Great weather- A stunning coastline- Good value skiing- Great hiking- A laid-back atmosphere- Affordable Did you know you can claim residency in Montenegro by...
Residency in Sark – 0% income tax in Europe
An Island of peace, freedom and prosperity in a Sea of tyranny - Residency in Sark. Swen Lorenz from Undervalued Shares is launching a fascinating project that I am very glad to introduce to my audience. The island of Sark, between England and France, is on a quest to...
9 reasons to get Residency in the Republic of Georgia
Maybe you haven't heard of the Republic of Georgia in the South Caucasus, but there are many compelling reasons to seek residency there. Personally, it's one of my favorite countries and I go there on a regular basis. I absolutely love Georgia. 1. The only territorial...
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Podcast with the Expat Money Show
I had an interesting discussion with Mikkel Thorup from the Expat Money Show. We discussed Central Asia, investing in Africa and corruption there, real estate in the Middle East, gold, Georgia, the Federal Reserve, Bitcoin, and had fun the process. I always...
Where to get a Master’s Degree?
Over the last few months, a few people have asked me where they should get their master’s degree. Three types of people approached me: Undergraduate students who realize that they are not about to find a job in September due to the current situation. I can empathize...
Jerome Powell (Fed) vs. George Floyd (the People)
The Federal Reserve's balance sheet started the year at $4 trillion, is now at $7 trillion and is on its way to $10 trillion. Where does all this money come from? Well, let's watch Jerome Powell, the Federal Reserve Chair, explain it....
International Economics
Is Nicaragua a Worthy Investment Destination?
I’m currently in Nicaragua doing some research and spending my Corona time here rather than Europe. The country has quite a reputation these days, but certainly not as an investment destination. A bit of background Nicaragua was a focal point of the Cold War, with...
9 Reasons why the economy in South Africa is on the verge of a crash
I absolutely hate having to write this report, as South Africa is close to my heart. I worked full time in South Africa for 4 years, made many friends, worked with lovely colleagues and absolutely fell in love with the country. This analysis will offer a macro...
An ambiguous case – is now the time to invest in Ukraine?
I’m often asked if a real estate investment in Kiev, Ukraine, is a smart move. From a peak of over USD 3500 per m2 in 2007, prices dropped for over a decade to slightly over $1050 per m2 in Q2 2019. I’ll examine the Kiev real estate in a future article, but in the...
Is it too late to Speculate on Silver?
Silver has been making headlines for the last few weeks. Is it too late to speculate on this metal? The market has become so hot that even Millenial hang-outs like Yahoo News started mentioning Silver mining stocks. In my many years of following the precious metals...
8 Ways to Invest in Gold
So you've decided to invest in gold? Great, but how do you go about it, and what are the different ways you can invest in gold? As a gentle reminder, my first article, which was published in June 2019, made the point that everyone should invest in gold. Since then,...
Buy gold: Why the yellow metal should be part of your investment portfolio
Why every investor should own gold in their portfolio
Alternative Investments
Investing in the stock market in Uzbekistan – a high-growth frontier market
Last year, I wandered off to Uzbekistan for a month. Why? The macro case was just too compelling for me not to go there (I wrote about it here). It was a busy month. I met with lawyers, bankers, real estate agents, academics, investors, locals, expats and many more. I...
Investing in a Teak Wood Plantation, is it worth it?
Fundamentally, this article is not only about investing in a teak wood plantation, but also about various types of such packaged investments. Maybe you've stumbled upon in-flight magazines or websites that promise high returns for agricultural and forestry...
International Company Formation
How to start a company in Uzbekistan as a non-resident foreigner
So you have a business idea for booming Uzbekistan (read this) that requires you to start a company locally? You might think it’s very Soviet, complicated, expensive, and that legal help is required. Some lawyers won’t hesitate to overcharge you. Guess what, it’s...
