As the end of 2023 approaches, the festive season can offer a great opportunity to take some extended time away from work. Having a few days to yourself or with
Accidental American. It’s a strange term, making one wonder how you could do something innocuous and accidentally become an American. The reality is that millions of people around the world
With everyone talking about their Spotify wrapped playlists and most-listened to artists for 2023 this week, we thought we would create the equivalent of in terms of the most discussed
We often speak about the GAS principle with our clients, and it is pertinent in markets that are volatile, as we have seen this year. The financial markets have been
A 19th-century Viennese hospital may not seem like the most obvious place to begin when looking for practical ways to be a better investor. Yet, in the mid-1800s, the
While investment decisions should be based on facts, many investors find their decisions are sometimes influenced by emotions. Whether you’re excited about an investment opportunity, or worried about market volatility,
We are following other recent articles in this series to break down financial jargon and explain a part of investing that can be counter-intuitive: fixed interest. It is often presented
We like to cut through the complexity of jargon that exists in the investment world and explain things so that everyone can understand. You shouldn’t have to be a finance
Leaving the comfort of “home” can often be a step too far for investors. Indeed, as an expat, it may be tempting to just stick with what you know and
Decision making, and the result of decisions you make, can be minor to the point of trivial or can have profound impacts on your finances and your life. As we
When it comes to investing, we always advocate starting with the end goal firmly in mind. Sticking with this position, it’s often best to create a tailored financial plan and
It is important for expats and international professionals to keep a firm view of what is most important to them, what their goals and objectives are, and to understand what
If you are an expat or international professional living in Europe away from your home country, the prospect of redundancy can cause far bigger complications to your life. As economic
The chance to live and work abroad can be an enriching experience, bringing excitement and satisfaction in many ways. It also causes challenges and complexity. Black Swan Capital Europe have
We are very pleased to be on the expert panel for this exciting event for expats seeking to find out more about how to buy a house in the Netherlands.
We are zooming out this week to look at the big picture, at the issues that may shape our future, our lives, the economy and how we manage our money.