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You can love it or loathe it, but financial regulation is here to stay
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 12/05/2013
» Is the expat investor really better off today when it comes to protection than in the "good old days", when markets seemingly were simpler to understand and regulate? Is an all-encompassing regulatory framework for the financial markets even feasible? Where is the sensible middle ground between intrusive rules and the uncontrolled elements of financial services "cowboys" and consumer internet "experts"?
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.
Turn hesitation blues into the black with these tips
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 22/07/2012
» With so much economic and market turmoil today, what solutions exist to protect the hard-earned savings of today's expat? With so many economic happenings, many people become confused and hesitate and that can have devastating effects. The majority of road traffic accidents occur as a result of hesitation. Likewise, if you hesitate in the matter of asset protection you may well end up with your head in your hands, wondering "Why me?"
Factors that could waylay your wealth
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 05/02/2012
» Last week, we looked at the devastating effects inflation can have on the real value of your wealth. We did so in terms of both its capital value and your ongoing income requirement, which invariably increases as time goes by.