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How not to be lonely in your new retirement destination
Deciding to retire overseas can be challenging, especially for single would-be expats. As tempting as the thought of retirement in the sun may be, many older would-be expats are put off by the thought of being friendless in an unfamiliar land, thus depriving themselves of the experience of a lifetime. It’s harder for single women than...
Expats in France slam survey citing French unfriendliness
France has long been a favourite destination for British and other nationals looking for a new life and new experiences, with the majority more than happy with their choice. ' Many long- and short-term expats living in France are astonished by the published results of a recent survey stating the French are amongst the most unfriendly...
Expatriate welcome programme launched by Brussels border cities
In an attempt to minimise the ‘teething problems’ endured by new expat arrivals in Belgium’s Flanders region, three municipalities have launched a welcome programme. Relocating to the Dutch-speaking Flanders region of Belgium can be stressful and confusing for new arrivals, especially because of language problems and the issues...
Schooling for expat children in the Netherlands
If you’re relocating to the Netherlands with your family, you’ll need to ensure your children get international standard education. One of the major draws for expats moving overseas with their families is the availability of quality international education able to satisfy the requirements of suitable universities once your children...
Expat dos and donts during the hurricane season
Many hot, humid countries are subject to attacks by hurricanes and their accompanying disasters including floods and mud slides. Given that a good proportion of would-be expats give the home country’s chilly, wet weather as a major reason for emigration, exactly how many think to check their chosen destination for hurricanes and their...
UK Foreign Office warns expats and tourists over local laws
The British Foreign Office is urging expats and tourists to clue up about local customs and laws in order to avoid being arrested, jailed and deported. Formerly inaccessible far-flung destinations are now regular hubs for tourists as well as expats due to the ease of air travel in the 21st century, but increasing numbers of media reports...
Defining happiness for expats on assignment
Does happiness factor in your relocation decision? Article after article on reassignments to countries all over the world concentrates on salaries, career prospects, luxury accommodation, maids, cooks, expat-aimed social life, upscale restaurants and other similar enticements such as upscale shopping malls. Work/life balance and lifestyles...
New Zealand bans property sales to mega wealthy expat investors
In a surprise turn-around, the New Zealand government is expected to ban all real estate sales to expat billionaire investors. The ultra-rich aren’t at all happy about the new ban prohibiting them from purchasing overseas boltholes, and aren’t shy about making their views known. Californian billionaire Ric Kayne has issued a warning...
FCA warns over social media and online based investment fraud
Expats with hefty pension pots are now even more at risk from online scams, according to a new FCA warning. Nowadays, it seems scarcely a week goes by without yet another financial scam being reported, along with investors’ losses and self-recriminations. It’s fair to say that expat communities worldwide have always been seen as happy...
Landmark UAE case convicts IFA of working illegally
As Dubai-based expat investors continue attacking a rogue financial advisor, the latest court case acts as a warning to expats in the Gulf States. It’s the same old story of an illegally working, unprincipled scam artist preying on expats with cash to invest. This particular offender, one Neil Grant, was caught due to his victims raising...
