Marco Polo, who traveled throughout Asia with his father and uncle as a teenager, returned to Venice to find his Republic at war with Genoa. He found himself imprisoned and...
“Terrorism” is a Tyrant’s Favorite Safe Word: Here’s Why
Terrorism has long been a buzzword for corrupt governments. In 63 BC, Romans took control of Syria following the Third Mithridatic War. That same year, they sacked Jerusalem and...
Who owns your citizenship: you or your government?
I sent my US passport into the State Department yesterday so they can add more pages to it. I've been hitting it hard the last two years or so, and all those stamps, stickers,...
How to get second residency in Gibraltar
Last Updated: June 17, 2021. Dateline: Mexico City, Mexico Throughout Spain, the feeling about the economy is grim. This beautiful country, full of amazing culture and cuisine,...
Why to travel abroad while you’re young… or not so young
I was talking about traveling abroad with a close friend of mine recently. I was showing him the twenty or so countries I'll be living in or visiting in the next year or so, and...
How To Get Offshore Gold Storage In Singapore
At Nomad Capitalist we can advise on a wide range of investment matters, including buying gold and offshore gold storage. So if you are looking to diversify your portfolio and...
Economic freedom in Singapore and why you must be planting flags
Reporting from: Singapore Here in one of the world’s bastions of economic freedom, the proof that you need to be planting flags around the world is all the more apparent. Coming...
How to start a business in the Philippines for $125
Reporting from: Manila, Philippines The Philippines has been experiencing solid 6% growth as it develops along with much of Southeast Asia. As such, the Philippines offers unique...
California and other unsafe government pension disasters
Reporting from: San Francisco, California California is an interesting place. It is home to some of the world’s most beautiful coastlines and hosts some of the world’s most...
Why I use the Five Flag Theory to find more freedom
When people hear that I'm off to live in Vietnam or open a bank account in Hong Kong or start a business in the Indian Ocean nation the Seychelles, the often ask: "Why? Don't you...
Chavez’s failed state and the westerners who love him
History always repeats itself, yet bankrupt and corrupt governments are often too happy to ignore it in exchange for short-term gain to keep the party going and their image...
Bank Account Confiscation in Cyprus
The European Union has decided - in its infinite wisdom - to rob the personal bank accounts of Cyprus citizens to pay for its bailout of the country. Cypriots got a rude...
Going Offshore for US Citizens
OFFSHORE FOR US CITIZENSNavigate US tax and compliance laws and utilize exclusions to create a life of freedom offshore.Are you a US citizen? I have some good news… and some bad...
Nomad Lifestyle Design
LIFESTYLE DESIGNTake control of your life, your freedom, your finances, and your opportunities with lifestyle design.What does your perfect day look like? What about your perfect...
Second Passport – How to Get a Second Citizenship
SECOND CITIZENSHIPBecome a dual citizen and get a second passport. Expand your financial and lifestyle options.Are you a high-net-worth individual? Then you are probably...
Offshore Banking: How to Open Offshore Bank Accounts Legally
HOW TO OPEN AN OFFSHORE BANK ACCOUNTThe single best way to protect your money, grow your wealth and safeguard your assets.You’ve had the pedal to the metal all year and have no...
The government that cried wolf on sovereign debt
Aristotle was to have said that people lie so "that when they speak truth they are not believed". American politicians and the White House are going around proclaiming that soon,...
Why western countries should let Chinese tourists visit visa-free
Old habits die hard. So do stereotypes of other countries and their wealth. That includes antiquated visa policies that are closing doors in western markets around the world....
How Big Government robbed Turks and Caicos
There's a mutiny in the Parliament of Turks and Caicos, the Caribbean island chain which owes allegiance to the UK as a British Overseas Territory. Specifically, the United...
Citizenship-based taxation: Just the US and a war-torn country
Reporting from: Los Angeles, California I love economic competitiveness among governments. That's why I had always wanted to speak with someone from the only place on earth that...