How to Diversify Investments in Japan Without Relying on Local Stocks?
As an English-speaking resident in Japan, I've been considering ways to diversify my investment portfolio beyond the local…
New bank account options for NISA
Hello. I am currently in the process of receiving a decent sum of money from overseas into my…
Rejected for SMBC Gold NL
I applied online for an SMBC Gold NL last night, and received my rejection today. Can anyone shed…
What bond funds do you own and why?
I've always been 100% invested in stocks, but having hit ichi-oku recently, and with all this talk of…
How do capital gains figure into credit limit
If I'm retired and not drawing a salary, but living of capital gains from a mostly US based…
Seeking Investment-Related Advice for Japan & America
Hello, I’m a Japanese citizen currently residing in Japan, but I’m planning to move to the U.S. in…
Part and and Freelance work at the same time – Need help with taxes?
I was, until recently, working with 2 freelance income streams. I worked 15-20 hours a week freelance WFH…
Developed countries index fund excluding US?
Hello all, I'm building up my stock portfolio with these weights in mind: 50% US(Russell or CSRP, not…
UK healthcare fund gone bankrupt
Has anyone invested in Montreux Healthcare Fund PLC ? (represented in Tokyo by Banner financial advisors) The fund…
Best way to hold JPY in the US for short term (3-12 months) ?
I have some USD I'd like to move into Japan over the next year or so. USD is…
Tower Mansion on Leasehold: Worth It or Avoid?
My wife and I are looking at buying our first place. I’m 36, been working in Japan for…
Inheritance/Tax Question for naturalizing American and Canadian fiance
My grandmother recently communicated to me that she has set aside 50,000 USD for me and wants to…