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foreign language

7 Mistakes Stopping You From Improving Your Foreign Language Skills

Anyone interested in learning a new language needs to remember that this is no walk in the park. Learning a different language demands dedication, hard work, and a lot of patience from the learner’s side. Setbacks are always possible, and everyone should expect to make some mistakes at the beginning of their journey. The best...

child abduction

Child Abduction By Spouse – Precautions and Legal Remedies

Child abduction by one parent from another following marital breakdown can be a harrowing experience. Prevention is preferable as legal remedies can be expensive and difficult. Here Samara Iqbal of Aramas Law explains the legal remedies and practical precautions available. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Samara Iqbal, Director & Solicitor of Aramas Law Ltd ...

record-keeping

A Guide To Record-Keeping And Expenses For The Self-Employed

If you’re new to self-employment, record-keeping might sound like hard work – even for those who have been filing for years it can be daunting. While that may be true, it does come with its own reward – namely, that sole traders can claim back allowable expenses and pay less tax on their earnings. Written...

currency exposure

5 Tips For Managing Your Currency Exposure As An Expat…

Managing exchange rate risk and transferring funds internationally are a part of life for expats and making sure that you do this effectively can make a significant difference to the cost of covering regular expenses and major purchases.  Currency Index, the expert currency consultants, set out their top tips for managing your exchange rate exposure...

moving to switzerland

Moving to Switzerland: The insider’s guide – Part Three

This is Part Three of a series of extracts from an article by Byron Mühlberg of Monito originally published on Monito.com.  Written by someone who just moved to the country this guide helps people get a better picture of what they can reasonably expect along the way as they prepare for, embark upon and embrace their move...

moving to switzerland

Moving to Switzerland: The insider’s guide – Part Two

This is Part Two of a series of extracts from an article by Byron Mühlberg of Monito originally published on Monito.com.  Written by someone who just moved to the country this guide helps people get a better picture of what they can reasonably expect along the way as they prepare for, embark upon and embrace their move...

moving to switzerland

Moving to Switzerland: The insider’s guide – Part One

We are publishing a series of extracts from an article by Byron Mühlberg of Monito originally published on Monito.com.  Written by someone who just moved to the country this guide helps people get a better picture of what they can reasonably expect along the way as they prepare for, embark upon and embrace their move to Switzerland....

healthy lifestyle

How Can A Student Live A Healthy Lifestyle?

Just because you are away from your parents or guardian, you shouldn’t ignore personal development strategies such as healthy feeding. For most college students, balancing a busy study schedule or focussing in class might be a simple task compared to staying healthy. This article discusses how you can stay healthy. By merely changing your diet...

travel and tourism

The Best Travel And Tourism Courses

According to IATA, over 200m people work in the tourism sector globally. So, with the right knowledge or training, you will easily get an opportunity in this rapidly growing industry. Additionally, career opportunities here are diverse, ranging from entry-level to senior management jobs. This article was written exclusively for Expat Network by Emma Nelson ...

la

What Makes LA A Great Place For Your Career Move?

Housing around 4 million people, Los Angeles, or more popularly known as the City of Angels, is the third-largest city in the world. Also called the home of Hollywood, LA is a geographically vast and diverse playground of opportunity. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Victoria Berman of AvocadoPesto Because it is a melting pot...

lockdown

Moving Countries Post-Lockdown: What You Need to Know

Every year, thousands of Brits move abroad to seek a better life, better opportunities or simply to experience new cultures. In fact, it’s estimated that between 1 and 2.2 million currently live in the EU, and many hundreds of thousands live further afield in countries like Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Written exclusively for Expat...

working from home

Working From Home: How To Prep Your Home For Coronavirus

It’s challenging to keep you and your family healthy in the home during the coronavirus pandemic, particularly if you still have to commute to work every day. That is why you should count it as a privilege if your bosses allow you to work from home. Working from home minimizes your chances of getting into...