How many of us have said that we would like to work and live abroad? The thought probably crosses are minds quite a lot on the cold, dark days of winter, but is it actually a viable possibility? The dream is well and truly alive for many expat entrepreneurs with research from NatWest International's Personal Banking Quality of Life Index showing that seven out of ten of overseas business people believing they have done better in business by starting up abroad.
The best places for encouraging enterprise? Singapore, the US and Hong Kong came out top with cheaper resources and tax incentives being two of the biggest advantages, although it's not all good news as there are still problems to overcome, such as foreign regulations.
While regulation is a good thing when it comes to protecting all areas of our lives - including businesses, employers and employees - the 21,000 plus rules that currently govern out lives are actually becoming a burden that is hurting businesses and as a result damaging the economy.
