expat network
VoIP

How VoIP Helps Expats Stay Connected With Family Abroad

If you live overseas, maintaining relationships with the loved ones you leave back home can be tricky. Although with the help of modern VoIP technology, it’s actually a lot easier for expats to keep in touch.  So what is this type of telephone service exactly, and how can it benefit people who want to strengthen family...

Edinburgh

Living In Edinburgh: What You Need To Know

Over the last ten years or so, Edinburgh has become one of the most popular places to live for people in the UK and beyond. But what can you expect from a move to this historic city, and is it right for your specific needs? To help you decide if Scotland’s capital will be...

buying a car

How Can You Afford A Car Straight After A Big International Move?

Moving to another country can be expensive. While the precise costs will depend on things like how far away you are moving, the cost of living in the country you are moving to, and the size of your family, you should be prepared to pay for not only moving and transportation costs but also packing...

staying connected with family during the holidays

Staying Connected With Family During the Holidays

Moving abroad and becoming an expat is a bold move, mixed with excitement and worries. Plus, if you’re moving the entire family away from parents, siblings, and friends, the experience often has a bitter-sweet taste.  What are the options for staying connected during the holidays? However, the separation doesn’t have to...

transition from tourist to expat

How To Make A Smooth Transition From Tourist To Expat

Are you considering making the move to expat life? Making the transition from tourist to expat can be a daunting task, but with these tips, you can make it a smooth process. From researching your new city to setting up your home, we will walk you through everything you need to do to feel...

Strange Items That Are Banned Abroad

10 Surprising And Strange Items That Are Banned Abroad

Travellers and prospective expats have been urged to double-check their luggage before jetting abroad in case they’ve packed an item that is banned in their destination country.   YourOverseasHome.com have revealed 10 strange items that are banned in countries around the world – from baby walkers and chewing gum to flip flops and even vapes. ...

Expat vs Digital Nomad

Expat vs Digital Nomad: What Is Best For You?

Advances in technology and post-pandemic shifts in working patterns have opened the world up to people who are able to do their jobs remotely. But what’s the difference between expats and digital nomads and which kind of working lifestyle would be right for you? William Russell look at the phenomenon of digital nomads and...

how to prepare their current properties for a quick sale

Moving Abroad? How To Prepare Your Home For A Quick Sale

As a prospective expat looking to sell up and move abroad you should think about how to prepare your home for a quick sale. Property experts from Your Overseas Home have revealed seven top tips to help sellers get their homes ready for market, so they’re snapped up fast.  House prices...

the best places to move to

The Best Places To Move To From The UK

With the cost of living on the rise, Brits have been offered advice on ten of the best places to move to if they’re fed up with the UK.  The team at Your Overseas Home have revealed their top destinations around the world, for prospective expats who are looking to live longer, benefit from lower...

learning the language

Why Learning The Language Is The Priority When Moving To A New Country

When moving to a new country, learning the language should be your top priority. Language is the key to unlocking all of the culture and traditions of a place. It allows you to communicate with the locals, learn about their customs, and make friends. Without learning the language, you will be at a disadvantage...

Help Your Dog Settle In

5 Tips to Help Your Dog Settle In After Relocating Abroad

Moving to another country or simply to another home can put some stress on the whole family. This includes your pets as well, as they understand the concept of moving less than us. You need to basically explain everything to them and hope they will not find the whole move too stressful. And, luckily, there...

start over in a new country

8 Simple Ways To Start Over In A New Country

Let’s be honest: starting over, especially in a new country, is and will always be stressful, and rightfully so. The relocation process is tiresome, and you also never know whether the country you are moving to is right for you beforehand. But does it mean you are doomed to fail at putting down roots? However...