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Property Hunting in Europe

Property Hunting in Europe

In January 2007, I landed in Panama with two suitcases and a husband in tow. This wasn’t a vacation. I’d accepted a work assignment. The mission: researching real estate markets across Latin America. I’d research, do scouting trips, meet real estate developers and agents. To do it well, I needed a base. Panama, a regional Read more...: Property Hunting in Europe

Uruguay: The Safe Haven You Should Pay Attention To

Uruguay: The Safe Haven You Should Pay Attention To

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November 26, 2020

Yesterday, I was out at a stunning new golf community just outside of Cabo. There’s been a major water issue with many of the golf courses here. They can only be watered with grey water—which is fine during normal times—but because the hotels have been quieter than usual, there hasn’t been enough wastewater in recent Read more...: Uruguay: The Safe Haven You Should Pay Attention To

5 Reasons Panama Steals the Top Spot…

5 Reasons Panama Steals the Top Spot…

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November 19, 2020

When you’re buying real estate overseas…whether it’s a home for your retirement, a vacation getaway, or a property that mixes investment and lifestyle…you’re always warned not to let your heart rule your head. It’s good advice. You should understand what comparable properties fetch on the market…do your research on the home you plan to buy…run Read more...: 5 Reasons Panama Steals the Top Spot…

My Big Mac Strategy for Finding Cheap Homes

My Big Mac Strategy for Finding Cheap Homes

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November 16, 2020

As the world reserve currency, the dollar still dominates. It’s the currency of foreign exchange reserves, international transactions, and international investments. It infiltrates all aspects of the global economy. When you buy goods at home, the strength of the dollar might not seem so obvious. After all, the price of a gallon of milk is Read more...: My Big Mac Strategy for Finding Cheap Homes

Your Election Survival Pack

Your Election Survival Pack

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November 4, 2020

Shops are boarding up their windows, authorities are readying their defences against mass violence, and an “anti-climb” wall is being built around the White House. This isn’t an invasion, it’s the U.S. presidential election. But unlike any other we’ve seen… Pandemic…protests…it’s been a turbulent year. On Wall Street, traders are extremely nervous. With “buy the Read more...: Your Election Survival Pack