Author: The JetSetter Team
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Gaining a Reputation in International Business
Because the rate of closure for international real estate investors is nearly twenty percentage points higher than that of domestic clients, many real estate investors and professionals are looking to global markets when the time has come to sell property. There’s also more money to be made in international real estate, which makes it an…
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Save the Species by Killing It
Fundraising has certainly taken a number of turns—crowdfunding continues to gain popularity, auctions are more frequent, and long gone are the days of a simple school bake sale. Money is more difficult to come by, and therefore more difficult for organizations to acquire. Independent donations are being sought after instead—large amounts of money in single…
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Little House, Big Dreams
In times of economic hardship, we’re seeing all kinds of innovative ways to make ends meet. Adult children are moving in with their parents, overqualified people are taking whatever jobs they can find, people of all income levels are donating plasma for a few extra bucks. Desperate times call for desperate measures, certainly. But they…
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Silly Stigmas – Online Dating in the Internet Age
It’s no secret that meeting people becomes more and more difficult as we age—without the courage of youth, the controlled atmosphere of a classroom, and the welcome social lubrication offered at a college party, many adults struggle to make romantic connections. Many are turning to online dating as a way to meet and connect with…
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How to Sell a House
If you’re interested in short or long term travel, you may be selling your house to raise extra cash before hitting the open road. And, you’re probably going about it the wrong way. While the process is somewhat intuitive, sometimes we all need a gentle reminder. Follow these simple steps and minimize the time it…
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Make Your Property Appealing to the Chinese Market
As the Chinese economy continues to grow, many of Jason Hartman’s investors are looking overseas for potential investments. The country offers surprising diversity, and hosts both commercial and residential business opportunities. In addition to investing in international real estate, you might also find yourself selling your US-based real estate property to Chinese businesspeople or recent…
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The Investment Advisor Dilemma
With the rise of the internet, we’re fortunate to have nearly every answer at our fingertips. If you don’t know how to change a car battery or need help preparing a pot of chili, Google contains the answers for you. The temptation to save money by managing everything yourself is a strong one—but it isn’t…
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Keeping Your Money in the U.S.
When you commit to living abroad, there are many unknowns. Aside from the basic changes in lifestyle you’ll have to contend with, there’s the issue of where to keep your money. The temptation is to transfer all money to a non-US financial institution due to lessened restrictions. But this isn’t always the best idea—improper tax…
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Preventing Jet Lag
If you’ve ever flown outside the country (or across it) you’ve probably experienced the sensation know as jet lag. The experience is the result of quickly traveling from east to west or west to east and affects passengers by altering the circadian rhythms of the body. Basically, it is the term assigned to the feelings…
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Holy Cow! What is and Isn’t True About India
Everywhere you travel, you’re likely to discover that what you’ve heard just isn’t true—not everyone in Texas loves guns, not everyone in New York is rude. Unfortunately, stereotypes can begin to define a place, leading people to travel to it (or completely avoid it) based on rumors. India is a great example of such a…