by Jonathan Cook | Jun 12, 2024 | Currency 101, Currency Updates
With general elections announced in the UK as well as France and the USA, a period of stable exchange rates has come crashing to a stop. What does it all mean for the exchange rate you can expect after Britain’s general election? As Smart Currency marks our 20th year,...
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by Richard Way | Jun 10, 2024 | Currency 101, Emigration, Lifestyle
Being able to fix the cost of future cross-border transfers is an invaluable tool for overseas property buyers. By forward purchasing currency the moment you commit to buying, you can protect your funds from exchange rate movements and gain peace of mind in the run-up...
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by Christopher Nye | Apr 10, 2024 | Case study
At Smart Currency we like to think we’re there for our clients over the long term. Clients like Oliver Maurice, who took a chance on people he thought sounded “extremely pleasant” over 18 years ago and has remained a customer through an adventurous and energetic...
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by Julian Benson | Apr 2, 2024 | Currency 101, Emigration, Lifestyle
When it comes to finances, a lot of us stick to what and who we know – whether that’s methods of working out dividing your hard-earned cash or turning to your trusty bank when it comes to using a new service. At Smart Currency Exchange, we understand that opening an...
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by Julian Benson | Oct 12, 2023 | Currency 101
In volatile times for the global economy, whether due to war, pandemic, or economic downturn, those with wealth want to keep it safe. When it comes to currencies, investors turn to one of the very few ‘safe-haven’ currencies. A ‘safe-haven asset’ is a type of...
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by Julian Benson | Sep 22, 2023 | Currency 101
If you’re thinking of buying a place of your own abroad or investing in foreign real estate, it can pay off to have a good idea of your FX options and solutions available that can help you lock in a preferable rate. Smart Currency Exchange is a leading foreign...
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