Category Archives: Finance General

Can I Receive Federal Benefits If I Retire In Thailand?

It is possible to receive federal benefits in Thailand. To apply for Social Security benefits, you need to apply to the Social Security Administration 3 months before reaching the age of 62 by completing a questionnaire. The U.S. Embassy can provide copies of the questionnaire. Once completed, the questionnaire is then sent to the regional […]

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Can Annuities Help You?

Are you beginning to think about you’re financial stability for you and you’re partner’s future? Perhaps you’re beginning to wonder just how you can support yourself during your retirement years? If so, then perhaps it’s time you took at a look at annuities and see if they are the answer to you’re concerns. So what […]

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Buying Into Japanese And German Exporters

With the euro down nearly 15% this year and at a two-year low against the U.S. dollar, the world’s largest exporting nation is worth a good look. So is another country that has thriving exports in spite of a stronger currency. We’re talking about Japan and Germany, respectively, the world’s second- and third-largest economies. The […]

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Buying Gold – The Logic

Humans have been fascinated by gold for thousands of years, by the way it never tarnishes and by its unique color. Sadly, gold is useless in engineering terms, except for plating electrical contacts, to ensure they never tarnish and lose their conductivity. The metal is too soft, with too low a tensile strength to be […]

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Buying A Home After Foreclosure – What To Expect

Even though buying a home after a recent foreclosure is possible, homebuyer should not apply for a mortgage blindly. Because of your current credit standing, many lenders are ready to take advantage of you. Your options are limited. Nonetheless, this does not mean you have to accept a terrible mortgage loan. Why Does a Foreclosure […]

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