by Christopher Nye | Sep 2, 2020 | Currency Exchange Explained, Currency Market Updates
The pound was well supported against both the euro and the dollar at the beginning of September, reaching 3-month highs against the euro and 9-month highs against the dollar. But what’s coming up as we look ahead to Autumn? Here are some key events, which have...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 18, 2020 | Case study
We spoke to one of our clients, Michele, about her experience of buying a property in Portugal. During her buying process, she had both Brexit and COVID-19 to contend with, which sent the currency markets into disarray. However, she explains that after finding us...
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by Christopher Nye | Jul 22, 2020 | Currency Exchange Explained
The progress of Brexit talks and worries over the UK’s economy have been major factors in determining the pound’s movements recently. With the UK and EU keeping cards close to their chests so far, there’s uncertainty over how negotiations will play out over the next...
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by Christopher Nye | Jul 15, 2020 | Currency Exchange Explained
If you read our articles and receive our emails regularly, you’ll know that we often talk about how forward contracts are an excellent way to protect your money from the risks of currency fluctuations. You may, therefore, be wondering how to use a forward contract and...
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by Christopher Nye | Jul 2, 2020 | Currency Exchange Explained
Here at Smart Currency Exchange, we talk a lot about protecting your money when you decide to buy a property abroad. However, once you’re settled in your new home and enjoying life in the sunshine, there’s likely to be a constant flow of money between countries. It’s...
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by Christopher Nye | Jun 3, 2020 | Currency Exchange Explained
Our recent surveys show that our readers are keen to buy abroad as soon as possible, but understandably have some worries. We look at your top four concerns and how to make a smooth and safe purchase and move. 1. Brexit It’s understandable that many people are...
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