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I write about my investor experience by investing in dividend-paying stocks, options trading, cryptocurrencies, peer-to-peer lending, stock IPO's and more. Currently on the road to save 1 million dollars by 2045.  Check out my freemium newsletter for investing with covered calls

 

Armenia and Israel: A Comparison of Their Similarities and Differences

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Armenia and Israel are two countries that share some similarities, as well as some differences. Both countries have unique cultural and historical backgrounds, and their geopolitical situations have shaped their respective national identities. In this article, we will explore some of the similarities and differences between Armenia and Israel. Similarities: Diaspora communities: Both Armenia and Israel have strong diaspora communities around the world. In Armenia's case, this is primarily…


Starting a Business in Armenia: Tips, Resources, and Investment Opportunities

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Armenia is a small landlocked country located in the Caucasus region of Eurasia. With a population of just over three million people, it has a rich cultural heritage, a long history, and a unique strategic position between Europe and Asia. In recent years, Armenia has been working to improve its business environment and attract foreign investors. If you are considering doing business in Armenia, there are several things that you need to know. In this article, we will explore the business…


Exploring Armenian Wines: A Guide to Their Production, Export Markets, and Unique Characteristics

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As I sipped a glass of wine at the Marriott Armenia hotel in Yerevan, I started to wonder about the country's wine industry and its export markets.  Armenian wines have a long and rich history, dating back to ancient times when wine was an essential part of religious and cultural practices. The country's unique terroir, with its volcanic soil and high elevation, has helped to produce distinct and flavorful wines. Armenian winemakers have faced numerous challenges over the years, including…


2023 Top Solana Projects to Watch for Investment

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Solana is a high-performance blockchain platform that has been gaining a lot of attention from the cryptocurrency community lately. It is known for its fast transaction times and low transaction fees, making it a popular choice for decentralized applications (dApps) and other blockchain-based projects. In this article, we will be taking a look at some of the top Solana-based token projects to invest in 2023. Raydium (RAY) Raydium is a decentralized exchange (DEX) built on Solana. It allows…


Finding the Perfect Country Manager for a Translation Company in Armenia: A Journey of 70 Resumes and 8 Candidates

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Finding the right person for a job is not an easy task, and it becomes even more challenging when the job is a high-level position in a foreign country. Such was the case when our translation company decided to expand its operations to Armenia and needed a country manager to lead the team. Over the past few weeks, I had the opportunity to be part of the recruitment and hiring process for this important position, and it was an exciting journey full of surprises. It all started with the job…


Exploring the Use of Nuclear Energy in Armenia: Benefits and Challenges

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Nuclear energy has been a topic of debate for many years, with some believing it to be a safe and clean source of power, while others argue that it is dangerous and harmful to the environment. In Armenia, nuclear energy has played a significant role in the country's energy mix for decades, with the Metsamor Nuclear Power Plant being the only nuclear power plant in the South Caucasus region. Despite its importance, the plant has faced challenges, including safety concerns and calls for closure…


Estonia Considers Nuclear Energy to Reduce Dependence on Fossil Fuels

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Estonia, a small Baltic country in Northern Europe, is considering the possibility of using nuclear energy as a way to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels and increase its energy security. This move could have a significant impact on the country's economy, as well as its energy and environmental policies. Estonia's Fermi Energia has selected GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy's (GEH's) BWRX-300 small modular reactor (SMR) for potential deployment in the Baltic country by the early 2030s. Two other…


Master the Art of Covered Calls: A Beginner's Guide

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Covered calls are a popular options trading strategy that can help you generate income from your existing stock portfolio. In this beginner's guide, we'll cover the basics of covered calls, including how they work, the potential benefits, and the risks involved. Whether you're a new or experienced investor, this guide will help you understand the mechanics of covered calls and how to implement them in your trading strategy. I should note this article was fully written by ChatGPT open AI for…


Latest Stock Buy: Bought 2 AMZN shares at $107.50

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On February 3, 2023, we bought an additional 2 shares of Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) stock, paying $107.5 per share for our Partnership Fund. We are now holding 17 shares of AMZN in our Partnership Fund portfolio Using dollar-cost averaging our average cost per AMZN share is $106.17 83 shares to go once we will be able to start selling covered calls and generate extra income from AMZN stock. We are looking to get there by April / May 2023 using a margin account. If we had 100 shares of AMZN today…


Latest Stock Buy: Bought 16 TLRY shares at $3.34

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On February 3, 2023, I bought 16 shares of TLRY stock (NASDAQ: TLRY), paying $3.34 per share for my stock portfolio. I've been selling call-and-put options with TLRY since 2020. I remember days TLRY traded around $20 per share. I wouldn't mind seeing this stock trading there again. Also, TLRY is the first buy for my newly opened Interactive Brokers account, which I decided to build up gradually by investing and selling call options. TLRY -> SPCE -> DB -> INTC -> AAPL Covered call…