Many investors prefer to own physical gold and silver instead of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that invest in these precious metals. While the tax implications of owning and selling ETFs are very straightforward, not many people fully understand the tax implications of owning and selling physical bullion. Below is a description
As a person I just made up said, “Success in life is good, but sometimes failing when you had a shitty idea at the start is not bad either”. It’s a real life lesson that happens to be verified when we take a look at all those things that almost
It’s always a bit annoying to lose a suitcase or a travel bag during your vacation, especially when it’s the fault of the company you’re traveling with. But it can also become a strange surprise for the teams who have to deal with these famous lost packages, because sometimes you
Deflation is a decrease in the general price level of goods and services in a country. It is the opposite of inflation, which is when general price levels in a country are rising. In the short-term, deflation impacts consumers positively because it increases their purchasing powerallowing them to save more
Typically, deflation is a sign of a weakening economy. Economists fear deflation because falling prices lead to lower consumer spending, which is a major component of economic growth. Companies respond to falling prices by slowing down their production, which leads to layoffs and salary reductions. This further lowers demand and
The European Union sealed an agreement on Tuesday, December 6, 2022: a law aimed at banning the import of products resulting from deforestation in the territory. How historic a decision, since this is the very first time (on a global scale) that such an agreement has been signed! If Europe
The reality of going out is that…you need to spend hours on end sleuthing around your wardrobe finding the perfect pieces that match with each other, or that suit the occasion or just instantaneously make you look fabulous. Then comes the dreaded nightmare of finding the apt pair of shoes
What Is an Allowance for Bad Debt? An allowance for bad debt is a valuation account used to estimate the amount of a firm’s receivables that may ultimately be uncollectible. It is also known as an allowance for doubtful accounts. When a borrower defaults on a loan, the allowance for
It’s not always easy to be rich in real life! I say that because experience, because with my 50 euros in my bank account, I can see that my life is more complicated. We must think about investing in polluting companies, controlling tax havens, while regularly complaining about our problems