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13 May: Podcast Feature: Investing and Having a Global Impact with David Kafka [Money With Mission Podcast]

“I want to do stuff that makes an impact and, and helps more people faster.” Founder of CCG, David Kafka, recently sat down with Dr. Felecia Froe and the Money With Mission Podcast! Prior to living and investing in Belize, David was the founder and manager of Supergreen Inc., a successful landscaping company based in Charleston, South Carolina. In addition, he spent nearly 12 years serving his community as a Firefighter/Engineer for the Mount Pleasant, SC Fire Department. David has resided in Belize for over 10 years and is the Broker/Owner for RE/MAX 1st Choice real estate offices in Placencia…

A Diversified Portfolio is a Protected One

13 May: A Diversified Portfolio is a Protected One

In my last newsletter, we started talking about Inflation. In this edition, we’ll Learn more about how to hedge against inflation using “Real Assets”. By definition, a ‘real asset’ is a tangible investment that has an intrinsic value due to its substance and physical properties. Examples of this are precious metals, commodities, real estate, land, equipment, and natural resources. I’ve shared before how gold and silver are excellent assets that can offer can offer stability within any investor’s portfolio. It’s all the more true during times of inflation as the price of precious metals also goes up while demand remains…

Inflation is hitting hard in 2022

29 Apr: Inflation is hitting hard in 2022

Why is everything more expensive than ever before? It’s not an exaggeration. It’s inflation. We’re seeing it here in Belize as well. $1 BZD or more for bread, gas is over $13 BZD a gallon, Dollar wings is now $1.50 wings. It’s all going up… but why? What is Inflation? ‘Inflation’ is the gradual decrease in your money’s purchasing power which is reflected by a general increase in the prices of goods and services. Simply put, when prices go up then your dollar can’t stretch as far as it used to and you have to buy less. However, inflation isn’t…