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Part 2: Is fine art investment only for the wealthy? Traditionally, yes due to high price points of iconic pieces and the associated costs of owning, insuring, and storing the artwork. But platforms like Masterworks are transforming this dynamic by introducing fractional investing. This lets regular investors buy shares of high-value artwork without costing a dime. Some benefits of investing in fine art: - It’s an uncorrelated asset, so it can go up when the markets dip and down when they rise. - If things take a turn for the worse, art could offer more protection than just keeping cash in the bank. With bonds and cash becoming riskier, more people are turning to alternative assets like art. But, beware of the downsides too: - Fraud risk: It's lower than it used to be, but it’s still there. So it’s important to deal with trusted, reputable agent/people. - It isn’t as easy to sell as ETFs, stocks and cash. So, it should be held as one component of a wider portfolio, not a big one. And before jumping into art investment, make sure you’ve taken care of some basic financial stuff first, like paying off high-interest credit card debt, building an emergency fund, and setting up a 401(k) or IRA. Photo credit: CNBC #artinvestment #artinvestor #artinvesting #alternativeinvestments

As an expat, how can you compensate for not having a pension from back home? I talk about this and more in Lámidé Elizabeth’s Building Wealth with No Borders podcast. Watch the full episode on her YouTube channel. Link in the comments. #podcast #buildingwealth #expatlife

Is art really worth the investment? Why are billionaires like Bernard Arnault investing in it? The truth is, art has become one of the most powerful and underrated alternative investment vehicles for the ultra-wealthy. But what makes it so valuable? What many don’t realise is that art is a tangible, finite asset that has historically outperforms traditional investments like stocks. For someone like Bernard Arnault, art is more than just an investment. It’s part of his legacy and cultural influence, as well as a unique way to safeguard wealth from the volatility of the global economy. So, is it only for the ultra-wealthy? Stay tuned for part 2. #artinvestment #artinvesting #artinvestor #bernardarnault #alternativeinvestments #HNWI

Time is your greatest ally when it comes to investing. The earlier you start, the more time your money has to grow through compound interest. The longer your money is invested, the larger the effect of compounding becomes. If you invest $1,000 at age 20 with an average return of 7% annually, by age 60, that initial $1,000 could grow to $14,000. If you wait until you're 30 to invest the same amount, you’ll only end up with around $7,600 by the time you're 60. But if you wait until you're 40 to invest the same amount, you'll only end up with around $3,400 by age 60. That’s a huge difference, thanks to 10 extra years of compounding. #CompoundInterest #investing101 #StartInvestingNow

Can you have a high net worth and still be poor? Yes. In many cases, people with a high net worth may own large homes, luxury items, or have expensive tastes. But if their income doesn’t align with their spending habits, they might struggle with debt, live paycheck to paycheck, or even face bankruptcy. Take Burt Reynolds, for example. He was a major movie star in the '60s, '70s, and '80s, but was forced to declare bankruptcy in the '90s. Reynolds spent heavily on real estate, a private jet, 150 horses, and over $100,000 on toupees in the '80s, according to a Vanity Fair profile. After an expensive marriage to Loni Anderson, he also faced a costly divorce. This shows that wealth isn’t just about the assets you own. It’s about managing your money wisely. No matter how much you make or how valuable your assets are, without proper financial planning, cash flow management, and responsibility, you can still end up in financial trouble. If you need help managing your wealth, feel free to reach out to me. I’ve helped expats and high-net-worth individuals in over 100 countries grow and preserve their wealth. Photo credit: Business Insider #millionairemindset #bankruptcy #HNWI

Should you pay off all your debt before investing, or start investing while you still have debt? Here’s a simple rule of thumb based on your interest rate. #debtfreejourney #debtmanagement #debtfree #debtreduction

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The world order might be changing. Volatility is set to go up. This will effect #expats more than most due to currency movements. Which assets tend to do well during such periods? To get your free guide on which assets tend to outperform during volatile periods, write get in the comments section.

New podcast episode is out! ??? I spoke to David Jackson, the director of Amphora Portfolio Management, a bespoke wine investment business to get the inside scoop of turning wine into wealth.?????? #finewine #finewineinvestment #finewineinvesting #alternativeinvestments