Weary of all the problems at home – political strife, high cost of living, pandemic, violence, crime, etc. – many Americans are fleeing the country for peace and tranquility elsewhere. On one extreme, some have gone as far as buying their own private islands and setting up their own micronations. A micronation is a […]
The natural tendency for investors in uncertain economic times is to hoard cash and retreat from the markets. That would be a mistake in today’s high inflation environment. The annual inflation rate hit a 41-year high of 8.5% in March. That means if you put $100 under a mattress today, a year from now, […]
Alternatives Now Essential For Every Portfolio The high net worth (HNW) and ultrahigh net worth (UHNW) individuals are wealthy because they invest differently than the average individual investor. Whereas the average investor follows a traditional 60/40 allocation (60% stocks/40% bonds/fixed income) with little to no allocation to alternatives, the wealthy allocate significant portions […]
For sophisticated investors, one of the most important tenets of investing is to invest in something you can touch and feel. That’s why ultra-wealthy investors are drawn to tangible assets like real estate and income-producing businesses. The right tangible assets not only create a cash flow, but also appreciate over time, provide significant tax benefits, […]
When it comes to investing, sometimes boring is the best course – especially if a particular asset has a solid track record as a proven workhorse. Traditional investments might be boring to the cyber-connected crowd who are constantly chasing the next big thing, but why mess with something that works? Meme stocks and cryptocurrencies […]
Gold has its uses, but not as an investment. Over the past ten years, gold has generated a total return of exactly zero. This is even taking into account the post-Great Recession frenzy gold experienced in late 2011. The perception about gold is that it’s a good hedge against market uncertainty and inflation […]
When it comes to investing, do you consider yourself a short-term investor or a long-term investor? The answer to this question will likely describe your investing style. Long-term investors prefer a buy-and-hold strategy where the ups and downs of the markets are ironed out over time, providing a reliable and predictable return. Another name for a […]
Both sides of the aisle don’t agree on much these days. However, there appears to be one subject that some members on both sides see eye to eye on, and that is: inflation. “McConnell lauds Bill Clinton’s treasury secretary for hyperinflation warning.” – Apple News. What started as a whisper at the beginning of this year has turned […]
Belize is a country of diversity… Not only is it known for variety of geology and biodiversity but also for cultural diversity. Tourists and immigrants may be initially drawn to Belize for its biodiversity and topography, but its multicultural diversity makes tourists want to return, and immigrants want to stay. Belize is known for its high biodiversity for a small country […]
Themes: Earning money in your sleep is the ultimate dream. It’s easier than you think if you put in the work. Start now to receive years of rewards later. Pipe Dream? Most people not named Phil Mickelsen are thinking of retirement because nobody wants to work forever. Phil doesn’t need to golf […]
