Model Portfolios – 2020 updates
In the last few months, I have seen a huge increase in the number of clients wanting a mixed portfolio. More specifically, many have requested a “core” portfolio of low-cost ETFs, with 10%-30% in more adventurous assets, such as private equity or professional investor investments. I am pleased to announce that there will be some […]
Evelyn Partners Review
Evelyn Partners Review
2019 Review and Reflections: What Have I Learned?
This has been a great year for adamfayed.com, growing by over 200% on all metrics, including users, clients and so on. However, not everything has been perfect. What have I learned this year about improving? That is the subject of the video below; what 10 things have I learned this year, which will help in […]
Media comments
I am asked from time to time, to comment on various blogs and media outlets. I was recently quoted in one of Indonesia’s most read websites. If you want to reach me for comments for your publication, please contact me at – advice@adamfayed.com.
Why are the rich getting richer?
The video above will ask a simple question; why are the rich getting richer? What part is assets, in particular, playing in this process?
What are the best Vanguard Index Funds for beginners?
The video below will ask a very simple question. Namely, what are the best Vanguard index funds for beginners? For questions please contact me at advice@adamfayed.com.
4 Assets That Can Make You Rich
Many people know that cash isn’t a good investment and that wealthier people work for assets rather than money for consumption alone, but what are the assets which are most likely to pay off? This article will review four such assets. Your Own Business Working for yourself can be a great decision, compared to selling […]
Georgia vs Bulgaria for Second Residency Programs
Many clients ask me about second residency programs and moving to lower cost of living countries, especially for those with an online income. This is becoming a bigger theme amongst wealthy people around the world. It also lead to this video, which I made during my visit to Georgia. I compared Georgia and Bulgaria, and […]
Brooks Macdonald Funds Review
This article was updated on January 14, 2021 Today I will carry on my review articles by reviewing Brooks Macdonald Funds, which are multi-asset funds widely sold in the expat market and beyond. If you are looking to invest, or better options than this one, don’t hesitate to contact me, email (advice@adamfayed.com) or use the WhatsApp function […]
8 of Warren Buffett’s rules for success and investing
He is the third wealthiest people in the world, who has been named as one of the most influential people in the world by countless publications. What are Buffett’s top rules for success in business and investing? 1. Read a lot Buffett spends up to 80% of his time reading every day, which doesn’t make […]
TBC Bank Georgia Review – is it the easiest offshore bank account in the world to open?
I took a trip to Georgia in the Caucasus recently. How easy was it to open up an offshore bank account? Is it really the easiest country in the wold to open up an offshore bank account, as a tourist and non-resident? Here is a step-by-step guide
How often do markets hit record highs
Most people know that stock markets eventually hit record highs, but just how often does record closes occur, and what lesson can we derive from this? That is the topic of the video below. To give you a sneak peak, one market hit record highs 71 times in 2017 alone……
10 Signs you will be financially successful
Signs you will be successful
6 business and investing lessons from Dragons Den
The BBC’s Dragons Den, the UK’s version of Shark Tank, is one of the most viewed business programs in the UK. What business and investing lessons can we learn from it?
Updated LinkedIn recommendations
One of my clients in Mexico, Catalin, has kindly given me my 17th recommendation on LinkedIn. To see the review on LinkedIn please click here.
Best arguments for using active management?
Most of my regular readers know I am keen on index funds and index-linked ETFs. However, what are some of the best arguments in favor of using active management, and how valid are they? What is active management and what is passive investing? Before starting let’s briefly look at what is active and passive investments. […]
Why even bother with emerging markets?
There are two schools of thought that we often hear about when it comes to emerging market investing. One school says emerging markets have a better growth story. The other holds that in the long-term, emerging markets don’t beat US stocks, despite being risky. So what should you do? This is the topic of this […]
What percentage of lottery winners end up broke?
Many people dream of winning the lottery, so it is perhaps ironic that many people end up with little to show for their winnings. Statistics from The likes of the National Endowment for Financial Education, show that anywhere from 30% to 50% of lottery winners, declare bankruptcy within just 3-5 years of hitting the jackpot. […]
Best stocks in a recession?
This article will answer a number of questions. Namely: What are the best stocks during a recession? Can these stocks and sectors be predicted in advance? Which stocks performed best during 2008-2009? Should you ever rebalance your portfolio if you think a recession is coming? Which stocks did well during 2008-2009? 2008 and 2009 were […]
What’s lifestyle inflation + why it can ruin your finances.
What is lifestyle inflation and why can it ruin many people’s finances and plans for retirement or passive income? That is the topic of the video below.
Will Investing in silver pay off?
Silver had a great period during 2000-2010, before falling. So Is silver a good investment and it is likely to pay off long-term? That is the topic of the video below.