The Five Flags Approach

July 1, 2010 Admin

I’ve been inundated recently with e-mails from readers asking, “Why not?” “Why not Honduras?” “Why not Costa Rica?” “Why not Spain?” “Why not the Bahamas?” Etc. Why do I focus in these dispatches on the countries I do…and give less (or no) virtual ink to others? I have a Top 10 list. On it are my picks for the best places in the world right now to think about spending your time and your money. This list has been created based on more than 25 years experience traveling the globe and covering this live, retire, invest overseas beat…and it has … Continue reading The Five Flags Approach

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Tax Heaven No More?

July 1, 2010 Admin

“Bad news from down South America way,” writes friend and offshore expert Bob Bauman. Bob is legal counsel for the Sovereign Society, an organization we’ve trusted for years as perhaps the most reliable source of information on what can be complicated and murky issues. “It was announced last week that the government of the Republic of Uruguay plans to introduce legislation to impose taxes on bank deposits and other assets held offshore by citizens and residents in the country. “If this proposed legislation becomes law, this would be a radical change from the current territorial tax system that exempts citizens … Continue reading Tax Heaven No More?

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When Really Cheap Isn’t A Good Deal

July 1, 2010 Admin

This week I was forwarded information about cheap lots on a Caribbean island. Prices start at US$7,550. That’s an attention-getter, right? In fact, this sounds-too-good-to-be-true offer (like every such offer I’ve come across in more than 17 years seeking out international real estate investment opportunities) is just that–too good to be true. Here’s why. Property this cheap generally falls short on the three characteristics I look for in any property investment–location, size, and infrastructure. In the case of the Caribbean lots that came across my desk this week, upon closer inspection, I saw that we’re not, in fact, talking about … Continue reading When Really Cheap Isn’t A Good Deal

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Secrets Of The Perpetual Traveler

July 1, 2010 Admin

“Vicki and I travel light,” writes Intrepid Correspondent Paul Terhorst from his current position in Chiang Mai, Thailand. “We never check bags. When we run out of something on the road, we buy it. “We also like to read. How do we travel light when we read three or four books a week? “We’ve struggled with this problem for years. Recently we’ve come up with a solution: Download books from the web. “First, the easy way. A friend says to buy an Apple iTouch or something similar and purchase your books online. Carry your iTouch around the world and connect … Continue reading Secrets Of The Perpetual Traveler

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Why Panama Is The Best Place In The World To Start An Internet Business

July 1, 2010 Admin

Set yourself up properly, and you’ll be liable for no corporate tax. Not in Panama and not anywhere else either (including, you may be wondering if you’re an American, in the United States). That’s a big reason why Panama is the #1 place in the world right now to start an online or e-commerce business. It’s also the best place to base yourself if you want to make a living from consulting, travel writing, copywriting, or any other laptop-based profession you can think of. The key is that your customers are outside Panama. In other words, as long as the … Continue reading Why Panama Is The Best Place In The World To Start An Internet Business

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DJ Ironik live pe Twitter si Facebook de la Bay Festival

June 19, 2010June 19, 2010 Admin

Ironik este un DJ ai rapper de 22 de ani care se poate lauda deja cu trei hit-uri de top 10 Stay With Me, Tiny Dancer (Hold Me Closer) si I Got Soul. Tipul munceste la cariera lui de la 18 ani si afirma ca nu are de gand sa seopreasca foarte curand. Al doilea album – Music Legend va fi editat in aceasta vara, are deja propria casa de discuri Freestar Entertainment la care urmeaza sa semneze cativa artisti si are o atitudine de invingator: “Chiar daca o sa raman vreodata fara contract cu un major label nu ma … Continue reading DJ Ironik live pe Twitter si Facebook de la Bay Festival

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No speed limits outside city!

June 18, 2010June 18, 2010 Admin

This is one of the peculiarities of Isle of Man. You can drive as fast as you want outside cities without being fined in anyway. Of course, when you see something like this on the street, here is another issue. Just a few days ago took place the TT Race which is a motor bikes event where descended on the island +30,000 motorbikes. The competition is organised by the local government. Continue reading No speed limits outside city!

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What is “Job Satisfaction”?

June 2, 2010June 2, 2010 Admin

Some people say that “job satisfaction” means “good money”, others say that it means a “stress free” job. For me, when I try to explain this I think of Sir Richard Branson’s quote: “When business stops being fun throw it away!”. Richard runs the business empire called Virgin and I simply don’t think that he never had struggles and abandoned businesses at the first signs of hard times to come. For me, this term, “job satisfaction” is very important. It makes me start the business day with a smile and to kickstart everything which I have in mind. Being an … Continue reading What is “Job Satisfaction”?

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My 2010 Easter Bunny and about the “Father” job

April 4, 2010April 5, 2010 Admin

First, I’d like to wish “Happy Easter” to all readers of my blog. Exactly three months ago I Iphoned myself and you can see the result below: What I did? I was in a hospital room with my wife, a doctor and two assistants and spent around 7 hours watching TV and waiting for my daughter to come into this beautiful world. Fortunately I remained in the room until the end and I witnessed the miracle of natural birth. I’d like to thank one again to the staff of Euroclinic Floreasca private hospital in Bucharest for the quality of services … Continue reading My 2010 Easter Bunny and about the “Father” job

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ConstantReviews – don’t buy without reading our reviews

January 24, 2010August 12, 2010 Admin

We just launched http://www.constantreviews.com a great tool for reviewing some of the best online products without spending any money. You know, every product is advertised to appear as THE BEST in your eyes but in reality things can be very different. What we have for you? Language Software Reviews Learning a language online is much easier when you choose the best language training software. We’ve researched the most popular language training software for you to make the best decision: Learn French Reviews Learn Spanish Reviews Computer Security Software Reviews The security of the information on your computer … Continue reading ConstantReviews – don’t buy without reading our reviews

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Christmas 2009 Shopper’s list

December 10, 2009 Admin

The most important market researchers from the most important shopping portals established the most requested products for the 2009 Christmas. Even if 2009 was not an easy year for many industries, Christmas is Christmas. They’ve established The Christmas 2009 Shopping List. 1. Cameras Holidays are the best occasions to take pictures and make short movies to share with the family and friends as well as on all the social networks. The favourite cameras for this season are: Nikon D90 SLR, Sony Handicam Camcorder, Canon Power Shot, Kodak Easy Share and Sony Cyber-shot. 2. Cell Phones and PDAs Most telecom companies … Continue reading Christmas 2009 Shopper’s list