Escape Artist - International Strategies For The Globally Minded

The time of President Trump is approaching quickly. No matter who you voted for, we all see risk in an untested President. 70% of Americans view Trump unfavorably, and the rest of us…
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Want to Buy Property with Your IRA Loan But Short of Funds? Have Your IRA Get a Loan! What if you found the perfect rental property to hold in your IRA, but you didn’t want to sell…
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If you read the international blogs, you’ll hear a lot about the offshore lifestyle and the perpetual traveler. Being a perpetual traveler, with no home base, is what so many expats…
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Offshore flag theory in 2017 is all about diversifying your international life. It’s also a roadmap to protecting  your family’s assets and maximizing your privacy. This version of flag…
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Even the mighty teak tree, known for its outstanding durability and rare natural properties, has to start somewhere. In this case, Nicaragua’s newest teak plantation has been planted at…
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Teak is an amazing hardwood with many amazing qualities. It is naturally resistant to fire, fungus, termites, and rot. It is also an absolutely beautiful and highly sought after wood.…
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As a middle schooler, I remember reading the book The Rifle by Gary Paulsen. If you’re not familiar, it’s a story about a rifle that is of exceptional quality. It passes through many…
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Just months after the announcement came that Myanmar would be enacting a nationwide ban on logging in its teak forests, reports have surfaced of illegal teak imports entering the…
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There is a significant amount of chatter going around about the possibility of U.S. stocks falling into a bear market. According to a CNN Money survey of top investment strategists,…
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Teak is an incredible hardwood, as well as an incredible investment. Timberland has been a favorite investment of ultra-wealthy individuals for decades, and now it can also be yours.…
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You’ve heard the names, probably more than once. Rockefeller, Vanderbilt, Kennedy, Bush… All names with multiple famous generations. The wealth that has lasted decades, in some cases…
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Through our Teak Frequently Asked Questions series, we have so far covered the subjects of general information on the teak tree and of our company, Teak Hardwoods (Teak FAQ Part 1). We…
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Once again, we have prepared an article that seeks to answer some of the undoubted multitudes of questions that potential investors in teak will have. Make sure to read the Teak FAQ…
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An investment in teak can seem like a foreign concept to many. Many people have questions about the logistics and other issues pertaining to teak as an investment vehicle. For your…
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By now, many of you have probably read about teak’s incredible potential as an investment, as well as of its many uses. If you have been on a boat, chances are you have been in contact…
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After reading a bit about teak, you may find yourself curious about teak investments and it's ability to create generational wealth. It certainly seems intriguing, but you’re not sure…
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With all of the talk of the many benefits of an investment in teak, there is still a crucial question left that many of you may be asking yourselves. This question is: How exactly is…
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There’s something about being in the woods. The fresh air, hearing the birds, being surrounded by greenery and life. It’s peaceful; it’s tranquil. The forests are the birthplace of…
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One of the things about teak that makes it so valuable is its rarity. Teak trees grow naturally in only 4 countries in the entire world. These countries are Laos, Thailand, India and,…
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We’ve all heard the old adage, “Money doesn’t grow on trees.” I know I certainly heard it a few times as a child from my parents when I wanted a little cash to buy some frivolous thing.…
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