If you’ve always lived close to home, the thought of dropping everything and moving to another country can seem rather daunting. However, while it can be challenging, thousands of individuals still leave their old life behind to experience living abroad. One question you may have is: why? It certainly seems easier to stay at home, especially when you know the language...
The Kiwi Nation is a fantastic place to live and work. With plenty of opportunities and an attractive work-life balance, it’s no wonder you’re thinking of moving there! Known as Aotearoa in the Māori language, or “The Land of the Long White Cloud”, it lives up to the name with its expansive, beautiful landscapes. There are a few things a UK expat should know before moving to...
If you’ve had enough of the long UK winters and have spent the last few years dreaming about retirement in the sun, you’re not alone. Millions of Brits live out their retirement in places like Spain, Italy and France or much further afield. Property is most certainly less expensive, the cost of living is lower and taxes are likely to be less than in the UK too. That said, choosing where to...
Book a removal specialist far in advance of your moving date. You'll want to make sure that the removal company you want to work with is available on the dates when you need them. The packing process should be started early on. Boxing up all your belongings can take quite a bit of time. If you're packing's not done when the removal team arrives, you could wind up paying them to...
If you are thinking of buying a property in France the best question to ask is have you really looked into the deeper aspects of the move enough? Some of the questions that will crop up obviously include finances. A lot of people do not look at the ins and out that should be seriously considered from the get-go then when things get tricky there can be problems. In this article, we can look at a few of...
Being friends with the Queen, drinking endless amounts of tea, and residing in a castle, are all things stereotypically associated with being British. However, we all know that realistically, being British means being incredibly defensive of your accent, popping to a beer garden at the nearest sign of sun, and having a longstanding obsession with the property market. We’ve all gawked at the vast...
If you’re considering relocating to Austin, it’s crucial that you take the time to crunch numbers and to understand the cost of living. You want to know without a doubt that you can afford to move to a new city. Having peace of mind that your paycheck is enough to cover necessary expenses makes relocating a lot easier. Unless you're moving and receiving a pay increase, you likely want to...
If you are thinking to relocate internationally in search of a better job or a better abode or for personal preferences, then go ahead. Because, why not? The world is full of numerous possibilities and opportunities. And one such place that offers you a promising future is: Germany. Diverse landscapes, a flourishing economy, workers’ rights protection, super cities that will always keep you...
Between 1999 and 2016, the U.S. State Department estimated that the number of American citizens living abroad increased from four to nine million. Moving or retiring to a foreign country is clearly a dream for many of us, but there are many practical considerations that if left unattended can turn the whole process into a nightmare. To help make things less daunting, read on for seven essential tips...
Moving to a new country can be exciting or frightening, considering the type of person you are. If you are someone who gets excited about things and likes to learn something new every day, then you look forward to this day. If you are someone who gets attached to things very easily, for example, your friends, your school or the place you have spent your childhood in, it can be very sad. Of course, no one...
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