by webadmin | Oct 11, 2023 | Emigration
Cash buyer or not, it’s always worth exploring possible mortgage options when you buy property abroad. You never know, you might be surprised by the deal you could get. Here are some key pointers to get you started. Currency considerations Think carefully about how...
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by Christopher Nye | Aug 22, 2023 | Currency 101, Emigration, Retirement
Retirement abroad should be an exciting adventure, but it can carry risks too, especially to your finances. Here is what you need to know about currency when you retire abroad. There is little doubt that money matters more when you retire. With no chance to earn it...
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by Julian Benson | Jul 24, 2023 | Emigration
Buying international property is a life-enhancing experience but the process can be tricky, especially if you’re dealing with a foreign currency and legal system. That’s why Smart Currency Exchange and our sister companies, Your Overseas Home and Property Guides,...
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by Julian Benson | Jul 3, 2023 | Emigration
Thinking of packing up your belongings and heading somewhere warmer? You might be interested in the golden visa scheme, a popular visa type in many European countries. Also known as the Resident by Investment visa, the golden visa is a scheme designed to attract...
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by Julian Benson | Jun 22, 2023 | Emigration
It’s buying time! The spring marks the unofficial start of the 2023 property buying season in the UK and abroad. If you’re heading to any of the second home and relocation hotspots of the world, remember the smart way to stay in control and find the property of your...
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by Julian Benson | May 23, 2023 | Currency 101, Emigration
Anyone buying property overseas will, at some point, need to make a foreign transfer which will depend on the current rates of the currency market. How does foreign exchange work when buying overseas? The currency market, or foreign exchange market (FX), is where...
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