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?
Discover what percentage of lottery winners end up broke and how investing in offshore wealth solutions can provide additional financial leverage. 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 […]
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. Understand lifestyle inflation and its impact on your finances to make informed decisions about managing your money and exploring investment paths.
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.
I’m hiring
Several people have asked me in recent months and years, whether I am hiring for affiliate or general positions. The answer is yes. If you are already in the advisory space within finance, or want to join as an affiliate, I am happy to hear from you. Please reach out to adamfayed@int-amg.com with your motivations. […]
Why you can lose money on property with 3% capital gains + 6% net yields
Understanding why you can lose money on property with 3% capital gains + 6% net yields is crucial for effective overseas investment management and maximizing your financial opportunities. I got a big reaction, mainly of shock, when I said online today that it is possible to lose money on property even if you get 3% […]
Client review/Testimonial
Below is a client testimonial that came to me from one of my review articles. To whom it may be of interest: Are you worried that your retirement investments are not being managed as well as they should be? I am a British citizen and I have worked contract within the Oil and Gas industry […]
Investing in ETFs for beginners
In the video below I speak about the different ETFs on offer in the market and whether index-linked ETFs are different to index funds. I also discuss why Vanguard’s Founder Jack Bogle warned against ETFs.
What if I retire 1 day after a Lehman collapse?
Discover what happens if you retire 1 day after a Lehman collapse and how offshore investments can further enhance financial security. One of the biggest misconceptions and fears people have is that “markets might collapse 1 day after I retire”. These worries seem to imply: I answered a question yesterday, which asked about this very […]
The biggest financial headaches for people living in emerging markets
Understanding the biggest financial headaches for people living in emerging markets is crucial for effective global investment management and maximizing your financial opportunities. About 50% of my clients are either expats living in emerging markets, or locals based in Latin America, Africa or “Emerging Europe”. Whilst we all know that emerging markets are fast growing, […]
Client Interview
In the interview below I asked my client questions such as: Why he became my client? Why did he prefer dealing with somebody online compared to using the banks? And many more things. Enjoy!
Where can you live like a king with an investment pot of 750k-$1m?
Discover where you can live like a king with an investment pot of 750k-$1m and how foreign investment can further enhance financial security. In many parts of the world, $750,000-$1m isn’t enough to retire comfortably, if you want a long 30 year+ retirement. That isn’t the case everywhere, however. In this video, I discuss where […]
William Russell Life Insurance Review + health and income protection
This article was last updated on September 27, 2019 Continuing my review series of popular investment and insurance providers, I will review William Russell today. They are a health and life insurer focusing on the expat market, across more than 100 countries. For anybody with any questions, or for those that want cheaper or better […]
Best expat saving account options
Selecting the best expat saving account options is crucial for expert guidance on global wealth-building strategies, ensuring financial goals are achieved. This video speaks about options for expats that want to save and invest and why there is no such thing as a free lunch.
Atlas Life Insurance Review
Atlas Life Insurance Review
Bupa Global Health Insurance Review
Updated September 23, 2021 Bupa Global, often referred to as Bupa International, is health insurance offered to expats around the world. It is especially popular in Thailand, Singapore, Australia, UAE and other places with many expats. In this article I will review Bupa and answer some frequently asked questions (FAQs). Who are Bupa? Bupa are […]
AXA PPP International healthcare reviews
Article last updated – February 29, 2021 Due to demand from readers, I have decided to continue my review articles, focusing on investment and insurance providers. Today I will review AXA PPP healthcare, which is one of the most widely sold healthcare packages in the world. It is especially popular in places such as Dubai, […]
