Insights & Musings
This is where I share sharp observations, strategic commentary, and behind-the-scenes thoughts on relocation, taxation, sovereignty, and life beyond borders. Not everything here is polished — but it’s real. If you want to understand how I think and what’s coming next, this is the place to start.
The End of Nowhere
They sold you the dream: work from a hammock, bank from your phone, and be a citizen of the world. But the world is catching up. Banks are closing accounts, tax authorities are sending letters, and the 'live nowhere' strategy has become a compliance nightmare. The era of the carefree, untethered digital nomad is over. It’s time to wake up and understand the new rules of global freedom before the system answers for you.
The Better Thailand
For decades, Westerners flocked to Thailand for the promise of freedom. But as it becomes over-regulated and crowded, smart expats are discovering a better alternative. The Philippines, and specifically Davao City, offers what Thailand has lost: true freedom, military-grade safety with genuine warmth, and a simple path to building a real life. Forget the visa runs and tax headaches. Find out why the Philippines' best-kept secret isn't just an option, it's the upgrade.
Britain’s Telecom Shame
After two decades with Vodafone and BT, I’ve had enough. Dropped calls, no signal on the Stansted Express, fake broadband speeds. Here’s my brutally honest take on the UK's telecom disaster.
The Lonely Road: Why Men Need Other Men
Being a man means carrying silent burdens, often without anyone noticing. But we were never meant to walk alone. This emotional reflection explores why real male friendship, not just casual companionship, is critical to a man’s well-being.
Klaus Schwab’s House of Lies
The World Economic Forum just got caught rigging data to sabotage Brexit, but that’s only the tip of the iceberg. Schwab’s reign of manipulation, sexual misconduct, and corruption must end.
The City of London Never Dies
I first came to London as a teenage tourist. But it was the City, its suits, its stories, its seductive power that pulled me back again and again. From Mincing Lane to The Ned, I’ve lived through the transformation of the Square Mile, and I can tell you: The City of London never dies.
My Day Inside the Fortress of America
I spent the morning at the U.S. Embassy in London renewing my visa. A smooth process, emotional encounters, and a powerful reminder of what America still represents.
Why Most People Never Make It, And Why You Still Can
Getting rich isn’t a fantasy. It’s a formula, if you’re willing to pay the price. Here’s how real people did it.
Thailand’s DTV Visa: A Digital Nomad Dream or Bureaucratic Trap in Paradise?
One year after its launch, Thailand’s DTV visa is hailed as a success. But behind the sunny headlines lurk major problems, unclear tax rules, inconsistent extensions, and banking nightmares. Here’s what you really need to know before betting your freedom on this visa.
Give the Man a Shilling
We often ask what a beggar will do with our coin. But rarely do we ask what giving does to us. This essay explores how charity, no matter how small, transforms the giver, echoes through the universe, and becomes a habit of grace worth teaching our children.
A Love Letter Turned Warning
The UK government is flirting with disaster. A wealth tax would destroy investment, punish success, and accelerate the exodus of Britain’s most productive citizens.
How to Open a U.S. Bank Account as a Non-Resident without SSN
Learn how to legally open a U.S. bank account as a non-resident without an SSN. Access the U.S. financial system, build credit, and secure your global Plan B
Banking in Switzerland vs. Singapore: Where Serious Money Still Belongs
Since 2006, I’ve opened bank accounts around the globe. But when it comes to real asset protection, serious capital still flows to Switzerland and Singapore.
When Life Questions You: A Lesson in Real Leadership from My Father Martin
At a family gathering in the early ’90s, I watched my father Martin explode at a smug cousin who tried to lecture him about leadership. What followed was a brutal, brilliant masterclass in what it really means to lead under pressure, without excuses, without theory, and without self-pity.
What If Gold Hit $20,000 an Ounce?
With gold now over $3,300, talk of a $20,000 revaluation no longer sounds crazy. What would it mean, and how can you protect your wealth before it happens?
The Myth of Flag Theory: Why the Old Sovereign Dream No Longer Works
Flag Theory promised freedom. But in a world of FATCA, CRS, and global tax crackdowns, it’s become a dangerous fantasy. This article exposes the myths, risks, and legal traps of trying to live “off the grid” in 2025.
Weaponized Victimhood: How the Media Manufactures US-Immigration Horror Stories
An Irish tourist claims he was jailed for 100 days for overstaying his U.S. visa by three days. But his story, amplified by The Guardian, falls apart on inspection. As someone with years of firsthand experience in U.S. immigration, I break down the facts and the fiction.
YouTube Income and a U.S. LLC: When It’s Tax-Free, and When It’s Not
Many YouTubers use a U.S. LLC to earn tax-free AdSense income. But is that legal and sustainable? Here’s what digital nomads and creators need to know.
The Next War Won’t Look Like the Last One, But You’d Better Be Ready
From nuclear escalation to AI-triggered chaos, WW3 has already started. Why smart entrepreneurs are securing residencies, assets, and exits now.
Malta: A Fortress Island with a Tax Haven Heart
After his divorce, Sebastian moved to Malta with his kids and discovered why this tiny island is still one of the EU's best-kept secrets for tax optimization, family life, and international business.