Reporting from: 37,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean It’s been a busy day of flying. I’m now relaxing in the new 787 Dreamliner on our twelve-hour flight from Denver to Narita...
It’s Time for a New Declaration of Independence | Freedom
Reporting from: An undisclosed location in The Land of the Free 237 years ago, fifty members of the Continental Congress ratified their shot over the bow; a declaration of...
“You’re dead to me”, Love, the United States Government
In 1851, American physician Samuel Cartwright dreamt up a racist bit of psychology to explain why black slaves were fleeing the plantation. Drapetomania, as he called it, was...
Best countries in which to live abroad if you’re GMO free
The world’s best GMO free countries may be the perfect place to live abroad if you want healthier food. As a US person by birth, it's easy to get caught up in all of the economic...
Bitcoin regulation isn’t a recipe for economic freedom
I don't watch CNBC very much these days. While I am an investor and do still have a tiny portion of my net worth in stocks, the bobbleheads that spit out economic news on TV have...
Was Marco Polo the perfect expat entrepreneur?
Every once in awhile, it's nice to look back through the history of entrepreneurship and realize that many of today's economic concepts are still the same. After all, we're all...
Why You Need a Location-Independent Business in 2024
When it comes to living your best life, you may feel that you’re just like the masses of people stuck in a rut incapable of seeing the potential that lies just beyond the...
America’s Bad Excuse for Citizenship-Based Taxation
We’ve talked before about how the United States is basically the only country on earth that imposes a tax on the worldwide income of not just its residents, but its citizens....
Big Government is Your New Mommy – Here’s Your Escape
If you had involved parents like mine, you know how difficult it was to get some of the stuff you wanted as a kid. Growing up, kids tend to figure out which parent will give them...
Why Non-Extradition Countries Won’t Save You
Thinking about moving your business or assets offshore? Then, it's wise to first get your head around the tangled web of international law, especially extradition. But even...
Become a Chinese entrepreneur, fix this problem, become rich
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...
The psychology of jingoism and expatriation
Let's do a little psychological analysis today. Ever since arriving back on US soil a month ago for my two-month hiatus from traveling, I've been writing what seems constantly...
Be careful where you register your domain name
The government is certainly following that old phrase, "better to seek forgiveness than permission" lately. Well, except until it comes to the forgiveness part. It's now come out...
“American Exceptionalism” and other lies about economic freedom
I talk a lot about how silly I find the concept of "American Exceptionalism". The idea that one country is inherently superior to any other is an odd and disturbing concept to...
Economic freedom is all about momentum
I'm often asked why I would want to pack up my things and fly half way around the world to visit and live in developing countries like some of the ones I've reported from...
Ben Bernanke is putting lipstick on less freedom
Iron Man 3 is a runaway hit. The comic book action movie had the second biggest debut of any movie ever. People can't get enough of the war fantasy concept that pits good guys...
The five best island countries with no income tax
Last updated June 10, 2021 Looking for total tax freedom and a taste of island life to go with it? These island nations not only provide gorgeous scenery; they’re perfectly happy...
How Big Government made it harder to get a second passport
Your options for escaping your home country have decreased dramatically in the last fifteen years. Yes, you are still technically free to move to almost any country in the world...
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,...
