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Ground rent-an attractive alternative investment
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 25/11/2012
» The feedback from my two articles on alternative investments was surprisingly enthusiastic. This tells me that investors are actively looking for higher-yielding investment options during the current low fixed-income environment.
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Finding suitable QROPS solutions
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 14/10/2012
» Qualified Recognised Overseas Pension Schemes (QROPS) have evolved tremendously since 2006 and are now recognised as highly advantageous pension vehicles for expats who are retiring outside the UK. Even if you are not British, if you have worked in the UK you are highly likely to have a deferred pension that can be exported. By doing this you will have a number of advantages over leaving the scheme in the UK and drawing a pension from there once you retire. The table outlines the differences clearly.
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Alternative ideas for more adventurous investors
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 28/10/2012
» If you have an offshore personal portfolio bond (OPPB), most of these options are available to you within your current structure. If you have an existing trust, the good news is that these assets can be placed within the OPPB without your having to make fresh investments outside the trust.
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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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Put your faith in trusts to protect your financial future
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 05/08/2012
» Today we will take a look at the features and advantages of trusts, one of the least understood and least appreciated forms of asset protection.
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Dispelling the misconceptions and myths of financial planning
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 09/09/2012
» Contrary to popular perceptions, planning for your financial future is not an impossible task for anyone. But there are persistent myths that first need to be dispelled. If you have no real financial plans for your future, are you really "planning to fail"?
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Ignoring medical insurance could be a grave mistake
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 16/09/2012
» Medical insurance is a wise form of insurance protection, for yourself and those dependent on you. For a fraction of the price you would otherwise have to pay, you get peace of mind and protection against a serious downside. Have you ever contemplated how you would survive financially if you were to have medical problems?
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The realities of medical insurance for expatriates
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 23/09/2012
» Thanks for all the feedback from last week's "Net Worth" on the perils of ignoring medical insurance. Congratulations if you have crossed the line and are seriously looking at protection. Now let's look at some of the practicalities we need to think about. Readers have raised some interesting questions. Here are some of the most talked-about issues.
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Keep your strategy sound and simple amid market volatility
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 30/09/2012
» Equity fundamentals look good, but investors should continue to exercise caution. Instead, apply good, sound investment advice before making fundamental decisions.
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The practical use of trusts in planning for the inevitable
Spectrum, Andrew Wood, Published on 12/08/2012
» Last week we looked at why many expats should consider trusts to assist them in several ways. Today we delve deeper into the practical use of trusts as efficient financial planning solutions.
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