by Christopher Nye | Sep 21, 2018 | Case study, Currency 101
At what point in the process of buying a home overseas should you be using a specialist in international property payments rather than just changing cash as if for a holiday? As early as possible! There will be significant costs on viewing trips and then the payment...
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by Christopher Nye | Sep 5, 2018 | Currency 101, Currency Updates
It’s that time of year when minor celebrities risk humiliation in Strictly Come Dancing. They’re not the only ones approaching September with a few nerves: anyone about to make a major purchase abroad faces a tense few weeks. Substantial movements in the GBP exchange...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 31, 2018 | Case study, Property News
When Sandra Harris bought her property in southern Spain, she was concerned about having “absolutely no currency control” through sending her money through the banks. We spoke to her about how using a forward contract with Smart helped her to protect her budget...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 7, 2018 | Case study, Property News
Janet Lowe is soon coming up to celebrating her 18th year as a property owner in France. She first bought her home in the peaceful Minervios as a holiday let. Now, it’s enjoyed just by her family as a holiday retreat. We spoke to her about her experiences as a...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 6, 2018 | Brexit
Suddenly the unthinkable looks all too possible; a chaotic no-deal departure from the EU in less than eight months. UK Trade Secretary Liam Fox says there’s a “60-40” chance of a no-deal Brexit and even Bank of England governor Mark Carney has said it is not...
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