ARTICLES AND RESOURCES

Read expert articles by Dan Merriam sharing his insights on entrepreneurship, real estate investing, investment migration, and living and investing internationally.

Living in Jamaica: The Closest Thing to Bali in the Caribbean

With its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality, Jamaica has the potential to become the "Bali of the Caribbean." With the increasing trend of perpetual travel, remote work, and nomadic lifestyles, living in Jamaica is becoming more attractive and stands out as a country that will experience rapid growth. The similarities between these two paradises extend beyond their appeal to remote workers and digital nomads. Jamaica and Bali share striking resemblances from population size and island dimensions to biodiversity, affordability, and weather.

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Caribbean Real Estate: A Diversified Haven for Stability and Long-Term Returns

The Caribbean real estate market offers a unique proposition that differentiates it from its developed counterparts. With its lack of correlation to global real estate trends, low-leverage investments, a long-term investing mindset, and the allure of tropical luxury, the Caribbean real estate market presents an enticing opportunity for those seeking stability, diversification, and a touch of paradise.

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How to Create Wealth Investing in Real Estate

In the next chapter of my investing career, I'm taking all of the lessons I learned in Hamilton on how to create wealth investing in real estate and applying them to building a real estate portfolio in the Caribbean. The opportunities in this region feel similar to the Hamilton market in 2011, offering exponential growth. With my proven investment strategies, laser-focused approach, and disciplined decision-making, I am confident and excited to bring others on this new adventure.

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Barbuda: The Caribbean’s Best-Kept Secret

Barbuda is fast emerging as a leading destination for wealthy and high-net-worth individuals seeking exclusive, luxurious experiences in the Caribbean. With its stunning landscapes, low tax environment, and impressive infrastructure developments, such as the Barbuda Ocean Club and the new airport, the island is set to become the region's next hotspot for elite travellers…

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A Penny Doubling for 30 Days: The Power of Compounding Interest

The concept of “A Penny Doubled for 30 Days” has been around for many years and continues to be a popular topic among finance enthusiasts and real estate investors. The idea is simple: if you start with just one penny and double it every day for thirty days, the final amount will be phenomenal. This concept can be used to demonstrate the power of exponential growth and how small changes can make a big difference over time…

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Why I Left Canada to Live and Invest in the Caribbean

In 2011, I started investing in real estate in downtown Hamilton, an up-and-coming city near Toronto, Canada. When I first started, I knew nothing about construction, property management, or investing, but I quickly learned. Once my portfolio required me to be less hands-on, I started working remotely and travelling the world and focusing on growing my real estate portfolio internationally. I quickly realized that I wanted to live a life of global freedom. After exploring over 50+ countries in Europe, Asia, and Latin America, in 2020, I saw a big opportunity in the Caribbean region.

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Jimi Hendrix Died at 27 — I Decided to Start Living

That trip completely changed my life. Exploring some of Europe’s greatest cities, staying in hostel dorm rooms, drinking and eating like broke students, and just relaxing on the beaches on a Tuesday was incredible. I met incredible people on that trip, some of which I still keep in touch with. And for the first time in my life, I finally felt free.

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Travel Hacking Tips from a Nomad Entrepreneur and Investor

Travel hacking is a popular strategy used by many successful entrepreneurs and investors to save money and travel better. I’ve always loved hunting for deals and finding new ways to travel smart, but I didn’t realize how resourceful I was until I was stuck in Bali in 2020 during the onset of the global pandemic…

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How to Get Rich With a Normal Job by 30: Step-by-Step Guide

Becoming a millionaire at 30 is not just reserved for the privileged few. Anyone can reach millionaire status. The reality is that learning how to get rich with a normal job just requires hard work and smart planning. This is a guide on how to get rich with a normal job while you are still young enough to enjoy it…

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