Dateline: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Imagine starting a business and getting an instant 23% return on your capital. We frequently discuss the concept of "crisis investing". This has...
5 Reasons to Live in Austria
Who said the life of a nomad is supposed to be difficult? Perhaps the thrill of living in rough cities adds a bit of extra excitement. But for others, an easy-going,...
Living in Salinas, Ecuador: Miami Lifestyle at a Low Cost
Ecuador is the expat retirement flavor of the year, and Cuenca might just be the ideal spot for both snowbirds and retirees alike. Those who prefer a beach background choose...
Five reasons Panama is one of the freest countries in the world
Dateline: Panama City, Panama The flight down from Cancun was a comfortable reminder that airline service outside of the United States and Europe is the real "first world"...
Cons of Living in Bangkok
There are a few similarities between the United States and Thailand, not only because the country's name means "The Land of the Free" but also because of the similar...
The World’s Most Capitalist Countries
This article discusses how what we term ‘traditional Western capitalism’ has changed. It argues that capitalism no longer exists in its true form in any Western country, and...
Why you’ll never regret living, working and investing overseas
Dateline: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia As one year comes to an end and another approaches, there is a healthy tendency to reflect on the past and plan for the future. That instinct to...
How to Get Brazilian Citizenship by Marriage or Residence by Investment
Picture this: a gateway to the rhythmic beats of samba, the rich, sprawling interior of the Amazon and an open invitation to roam across the lush landscapes of South America. No,...
The world’s 5 most overvalued real estate markets
Dateline: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Look outside the large windows in my home here in Kuala Lumpur and you'll see all kinds of developments going up. To be honest, spending almost...
Georgia: One of the Most Capitalist Countries in the World
Dateline: Tbilisi, Georgia I’m staring at what must be a 10-ounce pour of sweet Georgian wine at my dinner table in Tbilisi. If US restaurants call 7-ounce pours “generous”, then...
Scottish independence: big government and the five magic words
Dateline: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia The Scottish independence referendum has just concluded, and the first glance shows that the "No" vote - that committed to remaining part of the...
Citizenship by Marriage: 14 Passports to Get by Marrying a Foreigner
Like it or not, it’s often assumed that when someone from an emerging country marries a US person – or Westerner in general – part of the motivation is that they're seeking...
Argentina defaults on debt: an economic crisis explained
Dateline: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Not even thirteen years ago, Argentina defaulted on its debt for the second time in the modern age. The result was what The Economist called "an...
Life As a Perpetual Traveler: Can PTs Have a Base?
Dateline: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia As a perpetual traveler, it's often hard for people I meet to understand what it is I do. While blogs about how to quit your desk job and travel...
The world’s highest savings rates vs. the bankrupt west
Dateline: Hong Kong As soon as I got off the plane, it hit me. No, it wasn't the incredible humidity here, even though Hong Kong makes Manila look like the Sahara desert with 32...
Does foreign real estate qualify for a 1031 exchange?
Dateline: Los Angeles, United States For years, real estate agents here the United States have touted the benefits of using tax-friendly 1031 exchanges. Few places have seen more...
The Top Ten Jobs in the United States (They Don’t Pay Well)
The American job market is a strange beast. On the surface, we’re told unemployment is low, opportunities are abundant and everything is just fine. But scratch a...
22 euros: the low cost of starting a business in Montenegro
Dateline: Tivat, Montenegro Traveling around the world full-time, I begin to sound like a broken record when I proclaim that another emerging market is booming like you wouldn't...
The Best European Cities For Value And Cost Of Living
Many dream of living in Europe but are turned off by how much it costs. And it's true: European cities like London and Paris are among the most expensive cities in the...
Is Citizenship by Investment in Austria Actually Possible?
These days, more and more sovereign countries are offering citizenship by investment programs to those seeking a second passport. The process is simple: for...
