When moving abroad, one of the first things to tackle is getting yourself connected.
Article written by Overseas Guides Company
As well as being absolutely essential for practicality, having phone and internet allows you to keep your business affairs in order and means that if you miss loved ones, they are only on the end of the phone. When getting yourself set up, here are a few important things to consider.
Research
A simple internet search will provide you with the main providers of phone, internet and television. A lot may offer great value bundle deals which allow you to get everything sorted in one fell swoop and minimise any hassle. It’s always good to read what’s on offer, chat to people you know about which service provider they would recommend and whether they have received particularly good or bad service from them.
Consider your location
If you are living in a city – chances are that there will be numerous options for super-fast broadband, picture perfect satellite or cable TV and reliable mobile phone coverage. However, if you have opted to live in a rural location this might not be the case. Make sure that you investigate to see which mobile network offers the best coverage and which TV provider gives you the channels that you want.
What are your needs?
Be honest with yourself and assess what you actually need. Do you really need a land line? Why commit to a monthly bill for a line that you barely use?
When it comes to internet connection and TV you need to think about what exactly you will be using it for and what you want to be watching. Once you have thought this through you can choose a package that is tailored to your requirements.
Shop around
Depending on how many service providers there are in your area, you will find that they will be competing for your business. Many TV, mobile phone and internet contracts tie you in for quite some time, so you want to make sure that you have the best deal before you sign on the dotted line. Try not to be easily seduced by promotions – once the promotional period expires you might be lumped with a massive bill and be tied in to a contract that you can’t get out of.
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On a final note, if you are about to emigrate make sure you use a currency exchange specialist, such as Smart Currency Exchange, to transfer your pounds into your new local currency. Smart consistently offers better exchange rates than banks, saving you money, as well as a more efficient service. For more information on this, visit the Currency zone or download their free guide by clicking here.
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