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Let market fluctuations be your friends
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 02/12/2012
» Instead of lamenting the unknowns that influence our lives and economic fortunes, why not try to take advantage of the fluctuations we face over the foreseeable future?
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Dollars and dragons: the year that was
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 30/12/2012
» The soothsayers who predicted the world would come to an end on Dec 21 definitely got it wrong. We are still here and the world appears to be in relatively good shape. Well, as good as it was last week anyway.
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You say you've got a resolution? We'd all love to see the plan
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 06/01/2013
» Did I just hear a "pop"? Did your bubble just burst? have you already reverted to old habits? New Year resolutions are often sources of fun among family, friends and colleagues. Seeing who can make a resolution last the longest can be positive, friendly competition.
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Investing wisely in an independent adviser
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 13/01/2013
» Do you invest as wisely in your financial adviser as you do in your portfolio? In the complex world of investments today there are many potholes that can catch you out. The business of living life for the expatriate gets more complex as time goes by. So, what should we do to protect ourselves from likely potential pitfalls? How do we accurately predict what those challenges will be?
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Wise investing: risks and opportunities for 2013
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 20/01/2013
» Last year is barely over and we are already in a bull market. Equities had their best single week in five years. Is this a harbinger of things to come? Is your portfolio adequately structured so that you can respond to the opportunities and difficulties that lie ahead this year? There are many key attributes that all investors will be wise to take account of when they decide on how to allocate their assets _ not just your investment portfolio but your entire net worth as an expat.
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The many facets of property investment
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 09/12/2012
» The decision to buy property is often driven by a wider range of motives than purchases in most other asset classes. Motives vary from subjective reasoning to assessing the financial facts. It is unwise to mix emotional considerations with investment reasoning.
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Options are open for expats seeking property finance
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 16/12/2012
» When buying property in Asia, expats have limited access to traditional financing options such as mortgages. However, there are viable alternatives to consider, depending on the property.
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More insights on property options
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 23/12/2012
» My previous two articles on property ownership generated some good responses, with readers continuing to show interest in a better understanding of this important asset class. So let's take a look at a few more aspects of property investment in Asia, where the diverse options on offer may be different from what expats are used to back home.
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What happened to QROPS? New challenges for UK pensioners
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 07/10/2012
» Are you up to date with all of the advantages and possible pitfalls of a Qualified Recognised Overseas Pension Scheme (QROPS)? There have been sweeping changes this year which could be significant for you if you have deferred pension schemes in the UK.
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Understanding why you should consider life insurance
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 04/11/2012
» Do you need life insurance? Not everyone does. But more often than not, people have never given this question proper consideration. Here are some reasons why you should give it serious thought.
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