Nicholas Hoffman and Company

The last time I visited Singapore was in 1977, and returning today feels like stepping into an entirely different world. The small, humid trading post I remember has transformed into one of the most efficient, orderly, and economically disciplined societies on the planet. In many ways, it should no longer be called a country at all. It should be referred to as Singapore Inc.,...

My family loves going out for Mexican food. Living in Atlanta offers a wide range of options, from the faded place with vinyl booths where the salsa arrives before you sit down to newer concepts that lean considerably more Tex than Mex. What always gets me is the menu, which seems to grow with every visit. The specials section is now up to several dozen numbered plates, and t...

Late May and early June is the “Commencement Season,” when millions begin a new stage of life that is focused on launching careers. It’s cliche for blogs like this to offer a version of a commencement speech, full of pithy advice for graduates. Instead, I’ll highlight some practical financial decisions to be made by those launching careers, and those interested in a refresher...

Two months ago, I traveled to Cuba with three others on a mission trip to deliver basic medical aid—ibuprofen, vitamins, bandages, and water filters—and gain an understanding of what it’s like traveling to Cuba because we intend to return with more help. Our destination was the eastern city of Holguín with a population of 300,000.

Flying from Miami along Cuba’s nort...

Every Annual Meeting of Berkshire Hathaway shareholders promotes reflection. This year was no different. In fact, Berkshire’s transition to the leadership of Greg Abel made this year’s meeting even more closely watched. My overall takeaway from the Annual Meeting was that Berkshire will continue to be long-term in its thinking and grounded in discipline and patience. Here are...