Blake Herrin, Author at Escape Artist

Finance

Diversifying Your Assets With Land Banking

Diversifying Your Assets With Land Banking Put anything in the bank lately? Me, neither. It’s probably a universal trait among humans—to want to put something aside to protect one’s family…

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Asia

The Underbelly of South Korea: A Woman’s View

The Underbelly of South Korea: A Woman’s View Perfect bodies, diamante-trimmed thongs, contortionist-like moves… This was the initial visual picture that my mind generated when I heard about the 7…

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Your Plan B

Getting a Job Teaching English in Thailand, Part 1

Getting a Job Teaching English in Thailand, Part 1 E-mail for jobs in your country just before arriving in Thailand. Do NOT say you will be arriving, just talk like…

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Your Plan B

Getting a Job Teaching English in Thailand, Part 2

Getting a Job Teaching English in Thailand, Part 2 The cost of living in the country is much less than in Bangkok and the accommodation costs can be dramatically cheaper.…

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United Kingdom

How to Succeed as an English Teacher in Russia

How to Succeed as an English Teacher in Russia Becoming an ESL teacher is a great way to see the world, and meet people and learn about different cultures first…

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Your Plan B

How to Succeed as an English Teacher in Russia – Part 2

In the first article in this series, Jon shared his best advice for those considering moving to Russia and working there, and specifically for those wishing to teach English in…

Your Plan B

A $100,000 Mistake With a Foreign Bank Account

For years, I’ve advised my small business and investor clients on ways to legally reduce their US tax obligations and protect their assets. And, just as important, the tax strategies…

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Your Plan B

VIDEO: How to Remove a Conch Snail From Its Shell

Our recent Belize conference wrapped up with a snorkeling trip to the Mexico Rocks dive site off of Ambergris Caye. After snorkeling, our dive guide demonstrated how to remove a…

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Belize

A Belizean Mayor’s Advice for Expats

“In the county of Belize, including Ambergris Caye, we welcome people from all walks of life with open arms. Presently, we have a mixture of all races, like a melting…