The ruling by the UN has implications for all countries economies and stock markets and people are worried about their investments, so what are the implications and what could happen next and how can you protect your capital?

Let's find out.

The background

The United Nations Security Council passed a resolution by a 14-1 vote that gives Iran until Aug. 31 to accept a multinational incentives package aimed at suspending its nuclear program, or face the threat of economic sanctions.

If Iran refuses the UN demand, the Security Council could move to discussions under Article 41 of the UN Charter, which provides for unspecified economic penalties.

The likely outcome

Will Iran comply? This is anyone's guess but the odds don't favor it on past performance.

America and Iran simply don't get on and Iran has said on numerous occasions that it will not be bullied.

So, what will be the outcome?

Iran is the world's second biggest oil producer and high oil prices are already affecting economic growth.

Interest rates are on the rise in response to inflation, economic growth is slowing and there is high likelihood Iran will use oil as weapon.

Could we see $100 a barrel sure we could if Iran does not play ball with the UN?

So what will happen to stocks bonds and interest rates and investor confidence, well let's just say a lot of volatility could be ahead.

Alternative investments

Many investors are looking at alternative investments to diversify away from stocks and provide them with capital growth and their looking outside the major industrialized nations.

A favorite is Costa Rica land, while you may never have considered this as an investment you might after reading the following advantages:

1.Costa Rica land investment is increasing and many investors are doubling their money in as little as 1 or 2 years.

2. Land is a cheap, easy investment to do and in countries such as Costa Rica land is liquid and can be turned over quickly for profit.

3. Land is tax efficient, safe and overseas buyers get the same rights as residents.

4. Costa Rica land prices will not be significantly affected by stock market jitters as it is seen as an alternative investment and many Americans and other nationals are buying to get a better lifestyle cheaper and this trend will not reverse.

5. Costa Rica is stable both economically, politically and a safe haven for investors.

Potential triple digit annual gains and low risk

If you weigh up all the facts gains that run into triple digits each year minimal downside risk and a an opportunity to diversify from volatile stock markets and you have the perfect investment to seek high gains with low risk

The key to any land purchase is location pick the right locations and you will probably see gains that are way in excess of stocks and without huge volatility.

An investment to consider for anyone

Investing in land is cheap easy and a lot easier than most investors think and is the perfect alternative investment to seek big capital gains with low risk, If this is what you want from your investments take a closer look and you may be surpised at the potential a land investment can give you.