Expat Guide
What Happens to My FHSA If I leave Canada?
What happens to my FHSA if I leave Canada? It’s a common question for Canadians planning an international move, especially for those who’ve started saving
What happens to my FHSA if I leave Canada? It’s a common question for Canadians planning an international move, especially for those who’ve started saving
If you’re planning to move to England from Canada, you’re joining a large and welcoming community. Whether you’re relocating for work, study, or personal reasons,
Understanding the pros and cons of irrevocable life insurance trust is essential for anyone considering this tool in their estate planning strategy. An irrevocable life
ESG investing incorporates environmental, social, and governance factors into the investment process. While the concept is now widely adopted all over the globe, the ESG
ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. ESG investing is the act of investing based on a set of non-financial criteria used to evaluate companies
Simon has been expats since the early 90s when he left the UK to Thailand. He has been in management positions of multiple businesses in
In Canada, it is entirely legal for individuals and businesses to maintain offshore accounts—provided they comply with all applicable reporting and tax obligations under Canadian
Canada offers investors a stable financial system, a strong legal framework, and a diversified economy. However, its capital markets represent only a small fraction of
Portfolio management is a central discipline in modern finance, referring to the strategic process of selecting and overseeing a collection of investments to achieve specific
Loss aversion is a cognitive bias in which individuals feel the pain of losses more strongly than the pleasure of equivalent gains. Understanding what is
In 2025, Mauritius continues to be a preferred jurisdiction for establishing trusts due to its robust legal framework, favorable tax regime, and business-friendly environment. If
Singapore’s philanthropic and non-profit landscape offers multiple vehicles, which are commonly referred to as foundations. These are structured under distinct legal frameworks. If you are
The question “Is insurance an investment?” is more common and prevalent among investors than it may initially seem. Especially among young professionals, expats, and first-time
Switzerland is among the renowned global financial centers. But did you know that the country has become a preferred destination for establishing family offices? It
Australia has seen a significant increase in family offices as wealthy families seek sophisticated ways to manage their assets, investments, and legacies. The concept has
In recent years, Canada has seen significant growth in the number of family offices serving ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families. Estimates suggest several hundred single-family offices
Hong Kong has established itself as a premier jurisdiction for trust formation. According to KPMG, the Hong Kong trust market size is over HKD 5,000billion
The Assisted Living Project UK offers quality housing across the country for individuals with long-term health conditions. In this review, we’ll delve into what is
Exit taxes are levies imposed by certain governments on individuals who give up tax residency or citizenship. These taxes are typically applied to unrealized capital
Exit taxes are levies imposed on individuals who give up their tax residency or citizenship. These taxes typically apply to unrealized capital gains—the appreciation in
Relocating to another country introduces a wide range of financial challenges, many of which revolve around one central question: How much will it cost to
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This website is maintained for personal branding purposes and is intended solely to share the personal views, experiences, as well as personal and professional journey of Adam Fayed.
Personal Capacity
All views, opinions, statements, insights, or declarations expressed on this website are made by Adam Fayed in a strictly personal capacity. They do not represent, reflect, or imply any official position, opinion, or endorsement of any organization, employer, client, or institution with which Adam Fayed is or has been affiliated. Nothing on this website should be construed as being made on behalf of, or with the authorization of, any such entity.
Endorsements, Affiliations or Service Offerings
Certain pages of this website may contain general information that could assist you in determining whether you might be eligible to engage the professional services of Adam Fayed or of any entity in which Adam Fayed is employed, holds a position (including as director, officer, employee or consultant), has a shareholding or financial interest, or with which Adam Fayed is otherwise professionally affiliated. However, any such services—whether offered by Adam Fayed in a professional capacity or by any affiliated entity—will be provided entirely separately from this website and will be subject to distinct terms, conditions, and formal engagement processes. Nothing on this website constitutes an offer to provide professional services, nor should it be interpreted as forming a client relationship of any kind. Any reference to third parties, services, or products does not imply endorsement or partnership unless explicitly stated.
*Many of these assets are being managed by entities where Adam Fayed has personal shareholdings but whereby he is not providing personal advice.
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