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Internationalization Insights

Updates from the Private List about international banking, on-the-ground international real estate case studies, alternative investments, international company formation and international economics

The Pros and Cons of Opening a Bank Account in Mauritius as a Non-Resident

There are many reasons why anyone with even a little bit of money should diversify their banking and learn how to open an offshore bank account in Mauritius. Itโ€™s a process I went through myself. The original reason I opened an account remotely in Mauritius is because...

Airbnb regulations and potential ban in Budapest, Hungary

The 6th district of Budapest recently voted to ban Airbnb from 2026 onward in a local referendum. We discuss whether this will spread to other districts, the impact on the Budapest real estate market, and the current state of the property market.

Net real estate rental yields and cap rates in Istanbul, a case study

My Canadian buyer’s agent and I visit an apartment in Ferikรถy, a gentrifying neighborhood in the ลžiลŸli district of Istanbul. We tour the property and go through the relevant numbers to arrive at a realistic net rental yield. Topics such as occupancy, currency depreciation and eligibility for the Turkish CBI program are also covered.

Is Bar the next Montenegro real estate investment destination? A case study with numbers

In this video I discuss property investments in Bar, Montenegro with my real estate agent Ksenija. We tour a seafront apartment and examine management costs, short-term rental income, Airbnb income and give a brief overview of the catalysts for investing in Bar real estate. We give an overview of the local culture and explain why Bar may be the next main investment destination in Montenegro.

Pros and Cons of Panama corporations

I had a chat with Wi Men and Giovanna about the pros and cons of Panama corporations. They help individuals set up corporations, open bank accounts, and get residency in Panama

Low EMF housing solution in Central America

I sat down with Mike to learn about an interesting development in Nicaragua that aims to offer housing with low electromagnetic frequency exposure. All modern communication devices we use emit EMF and it can generate sensitivity and discomfort for some people. We discuss how the development maintains low readings of EMF as well as the current investment environment in Nicaragua and the catalysts driving the country forward.