Moving overseas with family is stressful, we all know that. Add in obstacles from a global pandemic and matters become even more complicated. For those who are still looking to make an international move soon, especially with children, the route is looking rough. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Stephen Spriggs of William Clarence Education. ...

Skipton International, the UK Buy to Let mortgage lender for overseas residents, has returned to the remortgage market. Due to COVID-19 restrictions preventing physical property valuations, Skipton International had previously stopped accepting mortgage applications. With a limited number of mortgage providers offering Buy to Let mortgages to British Expats and Foreign nationals, this is...

In their annual report on house purchase and rental prices in Portugal Imovirtual have seen increases in the price of buying property in many areas but a reduction in rental prices. Here they set out the results for each area. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Imovirtual House Prices in Portugal House prices in...

What will happen to the UK Buy To Let market as we come out of lockdown?  Expat Mortgage broker, OffshoreOnline argue that expats in areas that recover more quickly from the pandemic will be well placed to take advantage of the later recovery of the UK economy. With much of the UK buy to...

As expats across the globe continue to be isolated in their homes, keeping up with physical fitness is quickly becoming an overwhelming concern, especially for those who are used to regularly visiting the gym and enjoy staying active. Exercise is not only important for physical fitness, however. Getting your heart pumping is also extremely beneficial...

Teenage years are tough enough as they are. They are dealing with plenty of issues – trying to become independent; trying to figure out who they are and what they want out of life; totally tied into their friends and their social lives. It can be a challenging period of years. Written exclusively for Expat...

People all around the world have been given the opportunity to work from home amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Some companies are suggesting employees work remotely during the outbreak, while others are requiring them to. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Pacific Prime UK For many, working from home is an entirely new experience and, as...

Preparing young children for a move abroad can be a challenge. Clare Rowe moved to Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia with her two children when her husband took up a new job there. Here she sets out her experience of making the move and how she used the experience to write an illustrated children’s book to...

When retirement is around the corner US citizens may want to consider is whether you want to retire in the U.S or abroad.   Here Rick Pendykoski of Self Directed Retirement Plans sets out the financial considerations you need to make before moving abroad. Written exclusively for Expat Network by Rick Pendykoski of Self Directed Retirement...

Missed the January self-assessment deadline? You have four weeks to file your 18/19 tax return to enable you to access the government grant announced by Chancellor Rushi Sunak.   Written for Expat Network by GoSimpleTax Self-Employed Income Support Scheme Summary: You must have completed your 18/19 tax return 80% of profits up to £2,500 per month...

Switzerland is a country that offers a wonderful lifestyle for those who work there and many people would be keen to take up the opportunity.  Study in Switzerland have written a guide on how to find a job in Switzerland for those who do not speak German and have agreed to allow us to publish...

GoSimpleTax recommend that you submit your tax return in April.  Filing just short of the deadline can be a dangerous game. HMRC is under pressure, you may not have the documents you need, and it doesn’t leave you much time to save for your tax bill.  Filing in April, on the other hand, solves the...