by Richard Way | May 9, 2024 | Emigration, Lifestyle, Working abroad
The surge in digital nomad visas has been a godsend for working Brits who crave a new life abroad. They allow you to move to a foreign country and continue working remotely. We take a closer look and offer some financial pointers. One silver-lining from the Covid...
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by Julian Benson | Apr 24, 2024 | Emigration, Retirement
If you’re retiring overseas you will possibly not just be relying on a smaller income, but one that is fixed too. Even more concerning, if it’s being paid in a different currency it will change every minute with exchange rates, making budgeting difficult....
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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 | Mar 7, 2024 | Emigration, Lifestyle
There’s a lot you can do on the internet these days, but the key step to buying abroad remains jumping on a plane to view properties. Spring is a popular time to do this, so serious purchasers should be swinging into action now. Here are some top tips for...
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by Julian Benson | Feb 13, 2024 | Emigration
Do you find comfort in watching other people find their dream home overseas on TV? Do you watch eagerly to see which home they go for and sit on the edge of your seat to see if their offer gets accepted? Has it also been your dream to buy your own property in...
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by Julian Benson | Jan 22, 2024 | Emigration
Whether it’s a villa on the French Riviera you’re dreaming of or you’d prefer a village home in one of Italy’s historic towns, buying a home overseas is ever-so-exciting! However, the process differs from country to country, so it can be easy to get overwhelmed. But...
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