Getting Connected in Portugal
How to get telephone and internet connections in Portugal. Telephone The main provider of telephone lines in Portugal is the formerly government-owned Portugal Telecom. Most other providers of telephone and internet services run their service through Portugal Telecom’s lines. Portugal Telecom will provide a telephone line or if one is already in place you will...
Banking in America
When opening a bank account in America, you will want to consider the wide range of options with different variations on basic checking and savings accounts, and the ability to link accounts. Terms and services may vary widely between the different providers. According to Forbes Americas largest banks are: JP Morgan Chase Bank of America...
Missing the October US Tax Deadline Could Cost You Your Passport
As the October 15th deadline approaches for US expats to file their taxes the IRS is increasing pressure on those who are not in compliance. Greenback Expat Tax Services set out the risks and how to ensure you understand and comply with the requirements for expats. This article has been written exclusively for Expat Network...
US Expats Seek Changes To Tax Rules
Citizen-based taxation of US expats is a controversial subject and the annual survey carried out by Greenback Expat Tax Services shows it is the major issue for expats and is the major reason causing growing numbers to consider renunciation of their US citizenship. Nine million US expats live and work abroad, but since they...
Taxpayer Advocacy Panel – What It Is And Why It Matters
The Taxpayer Advocacy Panel advocates on behalf of US taxpayers to the IRS to identify the issues of importance to them and make recommendations for improving IRS services. Laura Snyder is the only international member of TAP. Here she explains the role and workings of TAP and how taxpayers can contribute. Written by Laura Snyder,...
What Is The Cost Of Getting Around In Australia?
In her article Swati Iyer looks at the cost of living in Australia. Here we cover the costs related to using public transport and running a car in Australia. Taken from an article written by Swati Iyer for Instarem How Much Does Public Transport Cost In Australia? Many cities in Australia have reliable and efficient...
Why Do Insurance Premiums Always Seem To Rise Each Year?
Expats that secure their own health insurance quickly learn that their premiums will rise year-on-year. Health policies aren’t like motor policies where, given you’ve made no claims, you’ll find a discount on your premium for the next coverage period. This article from our sponsor, Pacific Prime Dubai, will help explain why health insurance premiums always...
Driving In Australia
The car is a key part of life in Australia if you are getting out of the cities to enjoy the coast, the bush and the many other joys of life in Australia. The rules are different in each state and territory. Driving Licence The regulations for driving in Australia are set by the individual...
World’s Best Places For Retirement In 2018
What are the top ten places to retire to internationally? International Living Magazine has published its Annual Global Retirement Index, identifying the best places to retire in the world. They have looked at a wide range of criteria including the ease and cost of buying or renting property, the visa and residence options available, the cost of...
Getting Connected In Spain
How to get telephone and internet connections in Spain Movistar (formerly known as Telefonica) is the main national provider of telephone services in Spain. Other providers can offer telephone and internet services, but they will be delivered through lines provided by Movistar as they are the only company authorised to install landlines in Spain. There...
Terrorism Disruption Cover Part Of New Travel Plan
Voyager Insurance Services has launched Voyager Plus Travel Insurance, which rebrands and replaces its former WEBroker Travel Insurance product with new features. The plan includes the following new features added for 2017: No upper age limit for single trips Emergency medical expenses increased to £20 million Ability to increase cancellation cover up to £10,000 Ability...
Contractors: Beware New Managed Service Company Rules
Contractors in the UK, or using UK structures while abroad, should consider how they might be adversely affected by new laws on managed service company providers. The UK taxman previously found it extremely difficult to enforce the old IR35 rules on personal service companies being used by contractors, say experts at Capital Consulting. So MSC...