Category: Expatriate
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The Top 10 Richest Countries in the World by GDP Per Capita
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita is a key indicator used to gauge a country’s economic performance and the average wealth of its citizens. By examining GDP per capita, we can identify the nations where prosperity is most prevalent. As of 2025, based on data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and other reputable sources,…
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Expats in Africa: Opportunities, Challenges, and a Growing Community
Africa has long been a land of opportunity, attracting expats from around the globe seeking new horizons, business ventures, and cultural enrichment. With its diverse landscapes, rapidly growing economies, and unique cultures, the continent offers an intriguing mix of adventure and possibility for expatriates. From bustling metropolitan cities like Nairobi and Johannesburg to serene coastal…
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Canadians Paid Over $350B in Income Tax in 2023—And It Doesn’t Stop There
In 2023, Canadians collectively paid over $350 billion in income taxes. While that figure alone is staggering, it barely scratches the surface when you factor in other taxes like Provincial Sales Tax (PST), Carbon Tax, property taxes, excise duties, and a myriad of hidden levies that significantly inflate the overall tax burden. Many Canadians are…
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The District of Columbia Organic Act of 1871: The Birth of a “United States Corporation”?
The District of Columbia Organic Act of 1871 is a pivotal moment in U.S. history that continues to fuel speculation and debate among historians, legal scholars, and theorists. While the act was officially intended to streamline governance within the District of Columbia, many believe it also marked a turning point for the United States, reorganizing…
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CRA to continue with capital tax changes despite prorogation: Finance Department
The federal government says the Canada Revenue Agency will continue to administer the capital gains tax changes proposed in the budget last year, even though they haven’t passed in Parliament, which is prorogued until March 24. Definition prorogued (past tense) · prorogued (past participle) The Finance Department says parliamentary convention dictates that taxation proposals such as the capital…
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America’s Quest for Justice: Unraveling Canada’s Role in the 2020 Election Controversy
The chill of January cuts deep, but the winds of justice blow colder. Across the border, beneath the veneer of our friendly northern neighbor, lies a storm of accusations that demands attention. Evidence is mounting that the Government of Canada may have played a role in undermining the sanctity of the 2020 United States presidential…
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Greenland: A Strategic Asset for America in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
As the world enters the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), strategic resources are becoming more critical than ever. Among the most important considerations for the United States is Greenland—a landmass rich in resources and geopolitically significant. The island is already home to several U.S. military bases, but its untapped energy and mineral wealth could redefine…
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The Year of the Snake: How Canada Becomes the Most Powerful 51st State of the USA and Sparks a Global Supercycle
As we enter the metaphorical “Year of the Snake,” a time traditionally associated with transformation, strategy, and renewal, an unexpected geopolitical shift could redefine global markets and wealth dynamics. Imagine Canada, often seen as the polite northern neighbor, embracing deeper integration with the United States to become its most powerful “51st State.” While this concept…
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Oh, You Forgot to File? The IRS Is Here to Remind You – With Love, of Course
Well, well, well, the IRS is rolling out its red carpet again, but not for the usual suspects. This time, the guest list is exclusive: 125,000 high-earning Americans who apparently decided taxes were optional sometime between 2017 and 2022. Bravo, folks. If you’re pulling in over $400,000 a year (or over $1 million for the…