by Christopher Nye | Sep 10, 2026 | Emigration and Moving Abroad, Living Abroad and Retirement
For British retirees, one of the first practical questions after Brexit is simple: will my pension and other income actually be enough to let me live there? For thise potential retirees from the USA, Canada, Australia and other non-EU countries, the same rules now...
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by Christopher Nye | Sep 8, 2026 | Emigration and Moving Abroad
If you’re making the break overseas you may be wondering whether you can keep your UK bank account. The answer is usually yes, but it’s not always straightforward. Post-Brexit, some banks now restrict accounts for non-residents. Here’s how British expats can...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 24, 2026 | Emigration and Moving Abroad, Selling Property Abroad
If, like Prince Harry, you’re coming home to Britain, get your currency plan right first and you could save a princely sum. As we have seen many times at Smart Currency Exchange, as exciting an adventure it is to move overseas, it can also be exciting to come...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 4, 2026 | Emigration and Moving Abroad
Business before pleasure! While your first weeks living overseas will be about settling in and enjoying your new home and country, there is work to be done. Tackling a few important administrative jobs early can save you money, delays and keep you on the right side of...
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by Christopher Nye | Jul 22, 2026 | Emigration and Moving Abroad, Large Transfers and Investments, Living Abroad and Retirement
Andy Burnham has begun his premiership with a tax cut rather than a tax rise. From 1 October, the government will temporarily remove the 5% VAT charged on domestic electricity bills, reducing the annualised Ofgem price cap by around £45 for a typical household. The...
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by Christopher Nye | Jun 12, 2026 | Buying Property Abroad, Emigration and Moving Abroad, Large Transfers and Investments
When making large international transfers it is important to understand AML regulations and the Source of Funds. Smart Currency will be there to help you. Buying property abroad, applying for a golden visa, receiving an inheritance or making a large overseas...
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