Ajarn Finance

Ajarn Finance's blog on Ajarn.com


Time to invest outside the box?

Some interesting ideas for your investment capital

Although generally positive, 2010 has seen considerable volatility in world financial markets that caused investment jitters on occasion and the forecast for 2011includes more of the same.


A welcome rebound in the markets

Perhaps now the only way is up

On balance it looks like we are slowly on the road to recovery from the abyss of 18 months ago. But we are constantly reminded that investing is for the long term.


How safe is your money in a bank?

Most people think their money is safe in a bank – safe as houses, yeah?

Where can your money get more protection and work for you while you are working in Thailand?


The death of UK final salary pension schemes

Looking after teachers looking after their finances

What can you do to protect your pension and make sure your pension pays out?


The decade of zeros

Looking after teachers looking after their finances

A look back at the decade in terms of investments and rewards.


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Will I find work in Thailand?

Will I find work in Thailand?

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The cost of living

The cost of living

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Teacher mistakes

Teacher mistakes

What are the most common mistakes that teachers make when they are about to embark on a teaching career in Thailand? We've got them all covered.


The dreaded demo

The dreaded demo

Many schools ask for demo lessons before they hire. What should you the teacher be aware of?


The Region Guides

The Region Guides

Fancy working in Thailand but not in Bangkok? Our region guides are written by teachers who actually live and work in the provinces.