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How do I learn the language?

The language barrier is one of the most commonly cited problems when making the brave move to France. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Today Alexis Goldberg of the France Buying Guide answers a reader question about learning French before and after her move to France. If you should have a question that you [...]

By |2013-03-19T10:01:01+01:00March 18th, 2013|Articles|

Job opportunities for expats in Portugal

So you’re all geared up for making the move to Portugal apart from one little niggle – what will you do for work? Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Unless you are one of the lucky ones that doesn’t need to work or amongst the select few that can continue their work remotely from [...]

By |2013-03-18T12:43:29+01:00March 18th, 2013|Articles|

Costa Blanca scores above par for homes near the fairway

The Costa del Sol deservedly carries the title of Costa del Golf purely for the number of courses it offers, however golfers looking for an affordable Spanish home with a choice of quality courses on their doorstep shouldn’t forget the southern Costa Blanca. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Here on the Orihuela Costa [...]

By |2013-03-15T16:01:16+01:00March 16th, 2013|Articles|

It’s never too late to protect yourself against a weaker pound

It’s seems unfair, but it’s something anyone buying overseas property should be prepared for... We’re talking about overseas property recently going up in price for British buyers, thanks to nothing more than exchange rate movements – despite the price of property in its local currency, such as euros or dollars, staying the same.   Article [...]

By |2018-11-15T18:04:39+01:00March 15th, 2013|Articles|

Booming tourism, an Olympic hopeful and the world’s largest airport – ready to invest in Turkey?

Turkey’s appeal to property investors has surged since the start of 2013   Article writtn by The Overseas Guides Company This is due to the weaker Pound making the Eurozone unattractive to UK buyers, plans for the world’s largest airport get under way in Istanbul and in March the International Olympic Committee (IOC) will evaluate [...]

By |2018-11-15T15:57:51+01:00March 15th, 2013|Articles|

USA Property Market Experiences Nationwide Boom

The US property market is showing no signs of freezing-up in the winter months, following a record-breaking 2012. Article written by Knight Knox International On the back of this, North West property firm Knight Knox International believes that there is every indication that the land of the free is set for another ground-breaking year. Initial [...]

By |2013-03-14T17:58:11+01:00March 14th, 2013|Articles|

Moving to Australia? Here’s what you need to know…

Moving overseas can be a frightening prospect so make sure you plan well in advance. Rightmove Overseas exclusive removal partner, Bishops Move tell you everything you need to know about moving to Australia. Article written by Bishops Move Household Effects Duty free entry is granted providing goods must have been owned and used abroad for [...]

By |2013-03-15T16:49:22+01:00March 12th, 2013|Articles|

Why a property’s price is often not what it seems…

Can you guess how much this smart four-bedroom home in the town of Orthez in France’s Pyrénées-Atlantiques costs? Article written by The Overseas Guides Company The truth is, for too many British people it’s impossible to say. Why? Because fluctuating exchange rates mean typical buyers from the UK don’t know until the day they make [...]

By |2018-11-15T18:35:43+01:00March 11th, 2013|Articles|

Much-anticipated Statutory Residency Test imminent

It feels like we have been discussing the introduction of HMRC’s new initiative – the Statutory Residency Test – for quite some time now but next month, finally, it will come into force. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company As of April 6, those Britons who spend large amounts of time overseas, either for [...]

By |2013-03-08T18:06:22+01:00March 9th, 2013|Articles|

A focus on Wexford

With low property prices, beautiful countryside and a relaxing way of life, it is easy to see why many people are choosing to move to Ireland or purchase investment property there. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company County Wexford, in the South East corner is just an hour’s flight from London and within two [...]

By |2013-03-08T17:47:03+01:00March 9th, 2013|Articles|