When it comes to managing international money transfers, whether you're purchasing a property abroad or paying international school fees, choosing between a currency specialist and a high-street bank to make the transaction can significantly impact your finances. While high-street banks are a familiar choice, currency specialists offer distinct advantages that can make a substantial difference, [...]
If you’re buying a property overseas, there will be lots of things you’ll be itching to do, like browse properties and buy new furnishings, but one of the most significant things to consider is your exchange rate. As an international property buyer, fluctuations in currency exchange rates can greatly impact the overall cost of your [...]
Find your dream home in Spain today If you’re buying a property overseas, there’s a chance you’ll be buying in a foreign currency, so you won’t only have to make an international transfer, but you’ll also have to exchange the funds. That’s where a currency specialist can come in handy. If buying property [...]
Brits buying in the US or Europe right now won’t need reminding of what the exchange rate is doing, with the pound hovering at two-year lows against the dollar and euro. Here are five tips to help today’s buyers get the most from their currency transfers… Tempted by a villa in Spain's Costa Blanca? [...]
The vote for Brexit has sent shock waves through currency markets, causing the value of the pound to fall heavily against the dollar and euro. In this climate, anyone on the verge of sending money abroad shouldn’t hesitate to use a currency specialist. Here’s why… Get rid of costly uncertainty There is one given amidst [...]
Whether you’re buying a holiday home or permanent residence abroad, don’t waste money – or time - when you come to make those unavoidable currency transfers. Here’s how one recent property-buyer achieved success… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Not everyone who retires to Spain puts their feet up and sits in the sun [...]
Easter is a popular time to combine a short break somewhere warm with a search for your ideal holiday home. If this is your plan, here we offer a five-point guide to getting the most from your viewing trip… - Take a few minutes to browse Rightmove Overseas before your travel. This will give you [...]
Expect the £/€ rate to remain volatile until well after the EU Referendum, which means extra care should be taken by property-buyers transferring money abroad. As these new homeowners in Spain discovered, your starting point should be a currency specialist… Simon and Julie O’Brien can’t wait to spend quality time at their new northern Costa [...]
Halfway through 2015, the pound is still strong against the euro, with the exchange rate the best it’s been for nearly eight years. Here’s a recap of how to make this work in your favour when buying abroadArticle written by Smart Currency Exchange British people buying property in Europe right now haven’t had it so [...]
British expats in the Eurozone receiving a UK pension will be celebrating the weakening euro, as life in the Mediterranean sunshine gets that little bit cheaper. For retirees considering a move abroad, here’s a glimpse at three hot spots to consider at your future home… The current GBP/EUR rate makes a number of locations across [...]