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Unexpected QROPS shake-up
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 15/01/2012
» Wherever there is abuse of a system or facility it is always the minority of irresponsible people who spoil the benefits for the majority.
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You'll love it when a plan comes together
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 22/01/2012
» Many expats don't realise until it's too late that they are insufficiently prepared for their financial future.
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Alternative investment ideas
Business, Andrew Wood, Published on 13/03/2012
» Global equity markets are continuing their recovery, and some could even be said to be on a bull run. But are things really back to normal? Major indices declined by 10-12% in the second quarter, but have since pared their losses, gaining between 10% and 13% and showing positive returns overall. Is this crab-like behaviour to be expected for sustained periods? Most commentary says that volatility is here to stay at least for the next few years.
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Comfortable pension or complete nightmare?
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 18/03/2012
» Continuing our look at your financial journey through life, let's look at how to to use your wealth to your best advantage when you get older and finally decide to retire.
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Dealing with the taxman after death
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 01/04/2012
» Last week, we addressed trusts and how they can be useful to many expats. They preclude unwanted prying eyes and predators from viewing and attacking our assets during our lifetimes and after we pass and ensure that we have provided a future for loved ones.
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It's time for a brand new banking review
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 15/04/2012
» It's been a while since we looked at banking and the merits of taking time at least once a year to conduct a thorough review of your personal financial situation (see "Net Worth", "Annual banking review", Dec 19, 2010). We all know that bank accounts are essential. We use them as a convenient place to keep our cash safe, to withdraw it as needed, to receive regular salary deposits or other income, and to manage our personal finances. Most people use their accounts for paying bills and set up regular payment schedules so they don't forget.
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A primer for selecting a top-tier financial adviser
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 10/06/2012
» Who would you trust with your financial affairs? Today we offer a guide to choosing the right financial adviser.
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How to ease the pain of regulatory compliance
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 17/06/2012
» Reporting requirements for financial transactions are among the chores that burden expats. Anti-money laundering regulations are among the most intrusive. Are these really necessary? Let's study these requirements in more detail.
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Offshore bonds complex but rewarding
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 01/07/2012
» Last week we talked about offshore personal portfolio bonds (OPPBs) and how they assist with currency management. Since then a number of readers have enquired about the uses of OPPBs and how they may benefit from such an account. There is obviously a lot of confusion out there.
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Will latest bank scandal hit expatriate pockets?
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 15/07/2012
» Late last month a new banking scandal was revealed, one that may have far wider implications to our banking system than we can yet imagine. Although the story has quieted down somewhat, it could be that we are just seeing the tip of the iceberg? How might you be affected as an expat?
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