Monthly Archives: February 2012

Don’t Fall Into Japan’s Tax Traps

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Richard Solomon

If you’re like me, you probably hate anything and everything to do about taxes.  Even the mention of the word sends shivers up and down the spine.  Generally speaking, I don’t want to understand them. They are complicated, boring, and … Continue reading →

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Lost in Translation

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Richard Solomon

Banks routinely gouge their customers out of 1% or more on transacted amounts whenever they exchange one currency into another.  Time to cut out the spread?  Beacon Reports examined the alternatives to convert currency through the online discount foreign exchange … Continue reading →

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The Highest Goal

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Richard Solomon

Having a meaningful goal can be a source of power, inspiration, and provide guidance to help one through difficult times.  Professor Michael Ray turned that insight garnered over 25 years of teaching at Stanford Business School into a book, “The … Continue reading →

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A Yen Bug in Search of a Windshield

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Richard Solomon

Reuters recently reported that Mitsubishi UFJ Financial has drawn up contingency plans to rid itself of long-term Japanese Government Bonds (JGBs) should the nation’s current account slip into deficit. MUFJ expects the current account may slide into deficit in 2016, … Continue reading →

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