Get Access To A British GP Without Returning To The UK
Access to healthcare is a one of the uncertainties for British expats living in other EU countries, particularly if there is a no deal Brexit. GP On Demand can give expats access to British qualified GPs to get the health advice they need. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Paul Barry, Managing Director of GP...
Home From Home? Which Nationalities Have Property On The Costa Del Sol?
The Costa del Sol is an incredibly popular tourist destination and it’s not really hard to see why. With a vast array of stunning beaches, an abundance of gorgeous scenery and a plethora of historical landmarks, the region has become an increasingly popular place for foreigners to purchase holiday homes, jumping on the ‘residential tourism’...
Expats In The UK Are Worried About Domestic Politics
Research conducted by Axa – Global Healthcare in the UK, France, UAE, Canada, China and Hong Kong shows that with Brexit looming expats living in the UK are more nervous about domestic politics than those in other major international countries. Written for Expat Network by Axa – Global Healthcare New research reveals that...
UK Property Market Held Back By Brexit
The UK property market is being held back by the uncertainties over Brexit with London and the South East particularly impacted, but what is the picture around the country and what are the prospects going forward. The latest report from Nationwide shows that UK property market remains subdued with the political turmoil and uncertainties...
No-Deal Brexit Looms – What Is The Reality For British Expats?
No-deal Brexit – as Theresa May delays a decision once more, what is the reality behind the sensationalist headlines for British expats living or planning to live in Europe? Many have understandable concerns but are they justified? Over two and a half years after the referendum we are still left with all options open...
Brexit Fears Give Expat Property Investors The Edge
According to Offshoreonline, the specialist expat and international mortgage broker, Brexit is creating an opportunity for expat and international investors in the UK market as the uncertainties are causing property price rises to slow and even reverse in some areas of the UK. Written by Offshoreonline for Expat Network Brexit is causing many UK property...
Silver Lining To Brits Leaving Spain
Overseas mortgage specialist, Simon Conn, sees potential opportunities from reports that a number of British residents are leaving Spain. Spain’s National Statistics Institute’s provisional figures indicate a drop from 293,475 in 2017 to 285,698 in 2018. This follows a drop of 5,827 in 2017 over 2016. With the uncertainties of Brexit it is likely that...
Post-Brexit Solutions To Retention Of EU Rights
As the Brexit debate in the UK continues to rage, with little clarity as to the practical implications of the country’s departure from the EU, many people simply want to understand what this means in terms of the everyday aspects of their lives. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Luis da Silva, Managing Director of...
What Are The Consequences Of A No Deal Brexit For British Expats?
With Theresa May’s Chequers plan firmly rejected by Donald Tusk, President of the EU as well as by her fellow leaders within the EU where does this leave us now? Many are predicting that there will inevitably be a ‘no deal’ Brexit focusing attention on the contingency plans announced in August. Others cling to the...
Brexit – Increasing Uncertainty For British Expats In The EU
British expats face continuing uncertainty in the light of the increasing risks of a no deal Brexit and the Brexit Select Committee has called on EU leaders to guarantee the rights of British expats in Europe. Many British expats fear that they stand to lose their rights to live and work in member states if...
Expat UK Mortgages Made Easy
The impact of the Brexit referendum has made investing in UK property for British expatriates an attractive prospect. Yet the practicalities of doing so can be a little more tricky. With increased regulations around lending and changes to lending practices, many lenders have withdrawn from the market, leaving expatriates struggling to find ways to invest...
One Year Until Brexit: What Do We Know About Expat Rights?
Brexit day is set for 29th March 2019 and so with a year to go, what do we know about Brexit? The focus currently is on transition, which is important, but the post transition arrangements will be what counts in the long term. The joint statement on 19th March agreed that the transitional period will...