If you decide that the time has come to leave the UK behind and move to the French countryside – you will be pleased to hear that anyone from a European country is entitled to do so. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company One thing that you will need to consider though is where [...]
When the time came for South Londoners Russell and Lesley to transfer their pounds into euros to pay for their dream French home, they didn’t even bother asking their bank for help. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company After conducting research and asking around for advice on the safest, most cost effective and securest [...]
Are you planning on retiring to Ireland? We don’t blame you – the beautiful countryside, the relaxed way of life, all those pubs, not to mention the fact that house prices are at a record low which means some truly fantastic bargains are out there just waiting for you to snap them up. Article written [...]
At long last Cyprus has elected a new President! Nicos Anastasiades, DISY Party representative, was victorious on Sunday over left-wing candidate Stavros Malas, winning 57.5 per cent of the vote. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company His victory was secured last night following on from an inconclusive first round which was held on February [...]
If the sole reason for your move abroad is to enjoy sun, sea and a more relaxed way of life then you are reading the right article! Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Today the Overseas Guides Company consider some of the most tropical places on earth which are popular with expats and enjoy [...]
Who would have thought that expats were such an adventurous bunch? Well, a recent survey conducted by an international medical insurer has revealed that expats like nothing more than getting their blood pumping with an extreme sport or two. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Although in no way suggesting that all expats like [...]
The idea has received backing from technological giants Google and Microsoft who believe that providing people with the ability to browse the internet and make free phone calls via the internet will be hugely beneficial to the whole population – especially lower income families. When the American Government lifted restrictions on a limited number of [...]
Under current law, any British citizen who has lived outside of the country for 15 years automatically loses their right to vote in general elections... Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Unsurprisingly, this issue repeatedly sparks outrage amongst expats who firmly believe they should retain the right to have their say on the running [...]
It may just be pre-election tittle tattle but rumours are rife in Italy that the hugely unpopular property tax ‘IMU’ is set to be scrapped. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Current Prime Minister, Mario Monti has reportedly declared that if re-elected he will alter the levy imposed by his cash-strapped government which saw [...]
At the start of this year, new tax laws on assets and income came into force in Spain. Although primarily aimed at the Spanish population – expats who have become Spanish residents will also be affected. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Why the new laws? For many years Spain has had a problem [...]