How to Open a US Bank Account Overseas as a Non USA Citizen

Michael MicheliniBanking, Blog, Corporate96 Comments

If you’re a frequent traveler to the US, someone who plans to relocate in the US, or maybe a student who plans to take a degree in the states, opening US bank account is probably one of your things to do. It can get a bit complicated for someone who doesn’t reside in the US to do but fret not, opening a US bank account as a foreigner is still possible with preparation, proper documentation and a little bit of patience 🙂

Balancing Logistics In Challenging Times: China, USA, Europe with Forest Shipping

Michael MicheliniBusiness, Logistics, Podcast0 Comments

In this time of pandemic, almost everybody is going into e-commerce. It’s a huge shift pushing everybody to online purchasing. But then, the logistics is still kind of old-fashioned and it’s really time to catch up to the demands. In this episode, we visited the office of Forest Shipping here in Shenzhen, China and talked to Forest Zhang and Diane … Read More

Making Business Sense of The National Security Law in Hong Kong with Tariq Dennison

Michael MicheliniCorporate, Investment, Podcast0 Comments

GFA310. In today’s episode, we are going to talk about national security law in Hong Kong with out guest today, Tariq who I met many years ago in the Hong Kong scene and we reconnected. We try to not to get political and more business positioning and what you should do. Tariq is very knowledgeable in the whole financial business world in America and Hong Kong. Let us tune in as he shares some practical insights as a business owner. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/national-security.

Stuck in China, Legal Battle Results with John Graham Harper

Michael MicheliniBusiness, Immigration, Lifestyle, Living, Podcast, Travel0 Comments

GFA308. We had John on earlier in 2019 about his business deal gone bad and being Stuck in China on episode 247, so definitely listen in to that show if you haven’t already. He has an update on what happened, what he learned, and most important, what he suggests for others on this week’s show. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/stuck-in-china-update.

Incoterms That Every E-commerce Entrepreneur Should Know

Billy BeardBlog, Business, Ecommerce1 Comment

It wasn’t a long time ago when crossing borders was a far-fetched milestone for small local businesses. With the development of e-commerce however, even small businesses were presented opportunities for growth across borders. E-commerce plays a very crucial role in pushing further and beyond, international trade. Learn more of Incoterms and what it stands for.

Sell or NOT? Tips and Insights To Decide To Launch a New Product or Not with Emma Schermer Tamir

Michael MicheliniBusiness, Podcast0 Comments

GFA284. Start Selling A Product Or Not? The big burning question is – deciding If You should even enter a specific product. This is such a common question sellers have – how to decide which next product to focus on. Let’s tune in to today’s guest Emma Schermer Tamir who is the Co-Founder and Chief Creative of Marketing by Emma as she provides insights to consider when launching a new product. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode284

Business Sustainability: More Than Just A Trend

Billy BeardBlog, Business0 Comments

Business sustainability is not a trend that will see its imminent end sometime soon. It is a mindset that every business owner like you must have if you want to see your business grow. To understand more intensely the idea of business sustainability, it is best to know, first and foremost what it really is.

What are the main mistakes Amazon sellers make with Facebook Ads?

Michael MicheliniBusiness, Ecommerce, Podcast1 Comment

GFA272. Leveraging Facebook for Amazon. So today’s show we have Thomas Pruchinski from LandingCube.com. It’s a pretty awesome landing page software for amazon sellers. Their blog is really amazing, they give amazing content. We talked about the common mistake sellers make when they get their Facebook ads. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode272.

Asian Countries That Benefit From the US-China Trade War

Billy BeardBlog, Business, Ecommerce1 Comment

Asian countries benefit from Trade War. When US President Donald Trump openly said that he doesn’t think he needs to strike a trade deal with China before the elections in year 2020 nor even just a partial deal in the interim, the end of the trade war has become all the more obscure. Countries in the Asian region suddenly found economic opportunities being opened up for them. These included trading, manufacturing and even investments. Read on to find out which Asian countries that are thought of as emerging winners of this ongoing trade war

Websites in China and Optimizing For Chinese Web Traffic with Jons Slemmer

Michael MicheliniBusiness, Ecommerce, Podcast0 Comments

GFA271. Today’s interview is a good one, we have Jons Slemmer who is the new host of China Business Cast Podcast. Jons is an expert when it comes to Chinese hosting and servers. In the show he will give us amazing insights like how to not get your website blocked in China, how to host, we’re going to talk about licenses and procedures and strategies that are pretty valuable. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode271.

Is It Still Safe To Do Business in/with Hong Kong? (Plus Mike’s Journey)

Michael MicheliniBusiness, Lifestyle, Living, Podcast, Travel0 Comments

GFA269. is Hong Kong still safe for business? So this is another show that’s tricky and I try to get certain people on the show. Today, we have Chris Thomas from The Australian Seller Show. He’s been a longtime supporter of Global From Asia and is here to talk about the future of Hong Kong business. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode269.

Hong Kong Tears: On The Ground Recap of What’s Happening with Chris Moore

Michael MicheliniCulture, Culture (Lifestyle), Lifestyle, Living, Podcast, Travel0 Comments

GFA259. While we talk about and focus on business – Amazon FBA, ecommerce, cross border trade, business – what is happening in Hong Kong is a historic event and relevant to the future of business there. When I saw my friend Chris Moore proudly share on his Facebook that he was tear gassed – I knew we had our guest. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode259.

What is Form 5471?

Billy BeardBlog, Corporate0 Comments

If you are a US Citizen or resident who is an officer, a director or a shareholder in a certain foreign corporation, you must be fully aware of Form 5471.

What is Form 5472?

Billy BeardBlog, Business, Corporate0 Comments

What is Form 5472? Are you a foreign national who plans to start a business in the United States? Or a foreigner who already owns a company that is doing business in the US market? Then it’s essential for you to know more about this IRS Form 5472. This article helps you understand more of this form, what it is for, how to fill it out as well as who is supposed to fill it out.

Paypal Vietnam

Billy BeardBlog, Business, Ecommerce0 Comments

Vietnam is moving towards a digital economy. Paypal has been in the fintech industry for almost 2 decades and it’s one of the first online payment systems that have gone global and dominated the e-commerce industry in many countries. Without a doubt, Paypal is huge and is now taking its place on Vietnam’s digital economy.

List of Top Banks in Malaysia

Billy BeardBanking, Blog, Corporate0 Comments

Malaysia is one of the fastest growing economies in the region – one of its economic progress’ major contributor is its innovative and growing financial sector. Today, Malaysia has 27 commercial banks, 11 investment banks, and 18 Islamic banks. Its banking sector remains well-capitalized, retains profitability, and continuously improving.