When you move to a new country, there are many things to take care of: getting used to the new culture, finding a job, and adjusting to the climate. One thing that is often overlooked is choosing the right cross-jurisdictional broker. This is an important decision and one that should not be taken lightly....

According to the United Nations Population Division, there are currently 2,996,223 American expats worldwide. The common reasons U.S. citizens choose to relocate include job opportunities, education, romantic relationships, and family.   Living abroad is a life-changing experience, but it can be challenging when it comes to managing finances. In addition, unexpected and blindsiding opportunities generally arise...

What does it mean to be financially happy? This is a question that doesn’t have a single answer, as everyone’s definition of happiness will be different. For some people, being financially happy might mean having enough money to cover all of their basic needs without worrying about bills. For others,...

Have you heard of the stock market crash of 1929? Did you know that unregulated margin trade was one of the main causes of the collapse? Margin trading is like bodybuilding on steroids! It’s a double-edged sword. However, while informed about its risks and advantages, a trader can use the strategy to their advantage...

Beginners and experienced investors who know how to diversify assets will have cryptocurrencies and other digital assets making up their portfolios. The digital currency’s patrons are millennials and Generation Z, who make up the most buyers. These assets are often included in estate planning to secure their futures, but many might be unaware of the...

When you move to a new country, there is a lot to think about. How does the currency affect your wage, how often can you see your family, and do you speak the same language? If you have some debts on your record, then the money worries can soon mount up. ...

Mostly, when expats travel to another country to start a new life they only remember the need for a bank account when the cost of withdrawing their money in local currency or the charges included with conversion arises. Expat banking is an important issue to consider when moving to a new country though. ...

Are you a UK national living in an EU country such as France, Spain, Portugal, Cyprus or Malta? Or are you currently UK resident but planning to move to one of these countries in the next year or so? If the answer to either of these is yes, you should read this article from...

The United Arab Emirates, particularly the city-states of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, is a popular expat destination in the Middle East. The country’s modern amenities, world-class services, highly competitive expat salaries, and no-tax levy on personal income are some of the many benefits expats in the UAE enjoy. Written by Naresh Manchanda,...

Virtual payment cards are a relatively new payment method that is rapidly gaining popularity. It comes in equally handy for private and corporate users. From this article, you’ll get to know about the benefits of this type of card and the opportunities to get them. What is a Virtual Payment Card?...

While many expats love to live “in the moment,” many have financial goals like buying a property and starting a retirement investment account. Because the laws around foreign investments are different in every country, it can be really confusing to even get started if you are trying to build an investment portfolio! If you...

Growing up in beautiful South Africa, surrounded by the sea and mountains, vineyards, delicious food, and incredibly hospitable people, I would never have guessed that I would choose to leave in search of expanding opportunities one day. Nevertheless, here we are, five years later with much experience to impart to those...