Expat Divorce: Forum Shopping

In an age of increasing globalisation many families now have an international element to their make-up. Spouses may be of different nationalities, one or both may have relocated abroad or lived in a sequence of different countries, and/or they may … Read More

How Will Pension Reforms Affect You?

The new rules on pensions kick in at the start of April, promising to give savers more freedom over what they do with their money. But what does it mean to you, what will change, and what do you need … Read More

Letters from the Atlantic: Drilling for Black Gold

There have been quite a few celebrations in the Canary Islands recently, following the decision of the Spanish oil company, Repsol, not to continue with its exploration for oil off the islands of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.

The islands are an … Read More

Planning a Wedding Abroad?

Last year, around 1.5m people travelling overseas for a wedding (either getting married or watching). This weekend, 6,000 brides (and the odd groom) will look for inspiration for their wedding at the London leg of the UK’s biggest wedding show … Read More

Letters from the Atlantic: 112 – Emergency, Emergency!

Do you know how to contact emergency services, such as asking for medical assistance, ambulance, police or fire services? If you are in the UK, most people will know that when you dial 999 you will receive prompt and efficient … Read More

Why Novak and Serena Are Australian Open Winners, But Also Losers…

The weekend’s climax to the Australian Open saw victories for two players that had looked down and out during periods of their finals.

Despite visibly battling a virus, Serena Williams powered through impressively to beat Maria Sharapova in straight sets; … Read More

New Year New Home?

That’s another Christmas done and dusted. Your weight in turkey eaten; presents bought, wrapped, unwrapped (and in some cases taken back to the shops); dodgy Christmas TV watched. Ever think you’d like to do it differently one year? Maybe this … Read More

Things to Consider Before Job Hunting Abroad

Working overseas tends to be an attractive prospect for many jobseekers (especially if that thought coincides with a rainy day in England). You might have worked at overseas locations as part of your UK-based job and got a taste for … Read More

A List of Financial Terms for Every Expat

The more globalized the world has become, the more important it is for expatriates to have a basic understanding of international financial issues. The special considerations expats should take into account can help expatriates avoid scams, lose money, or avoid … Read More

Spending Christmas Abroad?

With just a few weeks to go until Christmas, preparations are well underway. Finishing off the Christmas shopping (or if you’re me, only just thinking about starting), putting up the tree, watching mindless but oh-so-satisfying films on the TV, getting … Read More