Buying Property In Switzerland
Switzerland is popular among the international community for the sense of reliability, stability and security it offers, its quality of life, education and construction, and its position in the heart of continental Europe. This has led to great demand from overseas for Swiss residence or second homes. By Swiss Alps Properties The Swiss had feared...
How Are Expat Savings Protected?
When you have worked hard to build up your savings, it is important to understand what level of protection you will receive in the event the financial institution is unable to repay your money. For peace of mind you should establish what investor protection you have with each of your banks, and how it works,...
Who Will Succeed As An Expat?
A new report which identifies the personal characteristics of successful expatriates has been published by assessment specialist cut‑e, to help multinational employers choose the right people for international assignments. Do you fit the bill? Called Predicting who will be a successful expatriate, the report follows a research study involving 35 expatriates as well as their...
Cyprus In Search Of Settlement
With ongoing talks in Geneva between Greece and Turkey about the divided island of Cyprus, how should property investors view this otherwise idyllic Mediterranean location? The BBC reports that talks to resolve the disputed territory on Cyprus between the heads of the Greek and Turkish governments are ongoing. But at the time of writing no...
British Expats With Sterling Incomes Feel The Pinch
Greater economic uncertainty has contributed to the pound declining in value against the majority of major currencies in the past year, according to latest research from Lloyds Private Banking. Over the past 12 months, the pound has fallen in value – to varying degrees – against 56 of the 60 currencies analysed. This followed a...
Best Destinations For A Career Abroad in 2017
Europe is rated the best destination for those looking to progress their career abroad and benefit from great working conditions. According to new data released from the latest Expat Explorer survey from HSBC, Switzerland, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Austria and the UK are among the top ten countries for a successful expat career. For the second...
Do New Buy-To-Let Rules Affect UK Expat Buyers?
Rules on UK lending introduced by the UK’s Prudential Regulation Authority limit the amount expat buy-to-let property investors and landlords can borrow on new mortgages. The new rules are designed to slow the demand for UK buy-to-let investment by demanding buyers raise larger deposits. Lenders will have to test affordability using notional interest rates of...
Most Expat Buy-To-Let Loans In South East UK
A majority of UK expat buy-to-let mortgages are concentrated in greater London and the South East, according to new figures. Figures from lender Skipton International show up to 40% of expat mortgage customers are investing in buy-to-let property in Greater London, with another 25% in the South East of England. Just 10% of British expats...
Are There Pay Rises To Come In 2017?
According to company predictions from around the globe, nominal wages will rise 5 per cent on average in 2017, slightly up on 2016’s 4.8 per cent average. In terms of real salary increases, the global average is forecasted to be 1.5 per cent, which is slightly down on 2016’s average of 1.6 per cent. Companies...
Sponsored: Low-Cost Currency Transfers
Since 2009, CurrencyFair has been providing low-cost currency transfers, saving their customers up to 88% of the total cost involved, in a market which sees around $5 trillion transferred every single day. Having transferred over €4 billion to date, CurrencyFair is well positioned to increase consumers’ awareness of traditional banking practices (and fees!) in this...
Free – Your Guide To Living In Spain!
Expat Network has produced a new guide especially for those who are thinking of relocating to Spain. Your Guide To Living In Spain focuses on the issues you will need to address as you plan your move to Spain. Download, free of charge, here… It’s a country rich in heritage with beautiful scenery, bustling cities,...
Time For British Expats To Buy Property Back Home?
With the pound trading at an historic low against the world’s major currencies, now may be a good time for British expats to consider investing in property back home, according to property investment firm Benoit Properties International. With a significant shortage of supply in the UK property market, prices and rents are rising steadily, say...