by Jonathan Cook | Nov 22, 2023 | Currency 101
Regular readers will know that we often bang the drum for forward contracts here at Smart Currency. That’s not a coincidence. They’re our most popular service as they are a great way to protect your hard-earned money from being exposed to the market’s fluctuations. ...
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by Roseanne Bradley | 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 Roseanne Bradley | 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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by Christopher Nye | Sep 21, 2023 | Currency 101, Lifestyle, Working abroad
Four in ten people buying a holiday home abroad plan to work remotely from it on occasions, according to a recent survey by Your Overseas Home. In post-pandemic 2023, technology and changing attitudes certainly make working from home abroad a tempting option, but how...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 22, 2023 | Currency 101, Emigration, Retirement
Retirement abroad should be an exciting adventure, but it can carry risks too, especially to your finances. Here is what you need to know about currency when you retire abroad. There is little doubt that money matters more when you retire. With no chance to earn it...
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by Roseanne Bradley | Aug 21, 2023 | Currency 101
Picture this: you’re casually browsing homes in Spain on your iPad and suddenly, you see it. The villa you didn’t know you needed, but now you have: it’s a NEED. It has a south-facing veranda and a pool – it’s love at first sight. You’ve always planned to buy a place...
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