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Norway expats could make larger international payments

30

Oct

2009

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Expats living in Norway may soon need to make bigger money transfers to pay off loans held in the country, it has emerged.

Norges Bank recently announced interest rates will rise by 0.25 per cent to 1.5 per cent.

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Brit's foreign exchange to go further in Bangkok

29

Oct

2009

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Thailand's favourable foreign exchange trading rates are likely to draw budgeting Brits to the country, industry experts suggest.

Online travel company Expedia recently indicated that Asia is an ideal location for those seeking affordable living costs.

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Olympic Games may affect Brazil's mortgage money transfers

28

Oct

2009

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The number of property buyers who make international payments to mortgages in Brazil is set to rise, according to industry experts.

Construction company Confide Brasil recently stated real estate sales in Rio De Janiero are likely to increase thanks partly to the city's successful Olympics bid.

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Australia jobs boost could lead to more currency conversions

27

Oct

2009

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Western Australia may prove a lucrative destination for Brits who wish to move abroad, it has emerged.

Peter Kenyon, professor of economic policy at Curtin University, Perth, recently suggested the region is beginning to recover from the economic crisis.

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Germany's tax cuts may impact Brits' money transfers

27

Oct

2009

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Former UK citizens who now live in Germany may soon find they have more money available for currency conversion, it has emerged.

This weekend saw the country's Christian Democratic Party and the Free Democratic Party (FDP) put forward plans that will lead to tax cuts if they are implemented.

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Egypt's currency rates draw Brits

26

Oct

2009

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Brits keen on making the most of foreign exchange trading figures may like to visit Egypt.

The Egyptian State Tourist Office recently stated that the country is a popular destination for families who are looking to travel beyond the eurozone.

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Holiday home money transfers 'may rise'

26

Oct

2009

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Brits who have made money transfers to assets in Cape Verde may benefit from an increased transport links within the republic.

Property firm Noscasa recently drew attention to Cape Verde Fast Ferry's proposed travel routes that are set to launch next year.

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'Budgeting Brits to consider currency rates'

23

Oct

2009

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Foreign exchange trading figures ought to be considered well before Brits jet off to overseas locations, industry experts suggest.

STA Travel recently highlighted the need to investigate the living costs of destinations when budgeting for international trips.

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'Budgeting Brits to consider currency rates'

23

Oct

2009

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Foreign exchange trading figures ought to be considered well before Brits jet off to overseas locations, industry experts suggest.

STA Travel recently highlighted the need to investigate the living costs of destinations when budgeting for international trips.

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Foreign exchange trading figures lead to "comparatively cheap" properties

22

Oct

2009

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Foreign exchange trading figures are behind a recent increase in the number of Brits who are considering buying assets in the US, according to industry experts.

A poll by property portal Primelocation.co.uk recently revealed that searches for real estate in the country have increased by 262.8 per cent in the last year.

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'Sterling's strength revealed in foreign exchange trading'

22

Oct

2009

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Expats making money transfers to foreign-based loans may find the latest foreign exchange trading figures have a positive impact on their bank accounts.

The pound yesterday rose to its highest level this month against the euro and the dollar, meaning Brits living in the US and on the continent are likely to see their money go further.

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France is foreign exchange 'favourite'

21

Oct

2009

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France is a favourite among British property investors who wish to exchange money to buy homes in the country, according to an industry expert.

Financial advisor Shelter Offshore recently claimed that the region remains popular with potential expats due to its warm climate and high standard of living.

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Health insurance money transfers highlighted

21

Oct

2009

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Former UK residents who are currently living in Singapore have been urged to make international payments to health insurance policies.

Finance resource Investment International recently highlighted diseases that pose a risk to those residing in the country.

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Job vacancies may impact international payments

20

Oct

2009

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An increase in Dubai job vacancies may see more expats making money transfers to the emirate, it has emerged.

Investment expert Nomura Holdings recently stated that an influx in property developments in the region will need to be supported by the creation of 100,000 posts.

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Job vacancies may impact international payments

20

Oct

2009

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An increase in Dubai job vacancies may see more expats making money transfers to the emirate, it has emerged.

Investment expert Nomura Holdings recently stated that an influx in property developments in the region will need to be supported by the creation of 100,000 posts.

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'Brits consider relocating to escape foreign exchange rates'

20

Oct

2009

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Expats in Cyprus who are struggling to make ends meet due to foreign exchange rates may benefit from relocating, industry experts suggest.

Writing in the Daily Mail, finance commentator Zoe Dare Hall told how the strong euro has had a negative impact on some Brits living abroad.

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Romania to attract long-term money transfers

19

Oct

2009

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Investors will continue to make money transfers to Romania amid the recession, according to industry experts.

Figures from business development agency Ubifrance recently revealed that following money transfers to the region, several French companies generated more than €1 billion (£9.2 million) in turnover, Agence France-Presse reports.

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Romania to attract long-term money transfers

19

Oct

2009

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Investors will continue to make money transfers to Romania amid the recession, according to industry experts.

Figures from business development agency Ubifrance recently revealed that following money transfers to the region, several French companies generated more than €1 billion (£9.2 million) in turnover, Agence France-Presse reports.

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Foreign exchange trading figures reveal currency "stability"

19

Oct

2009

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Mexico is likely to prove an affordable destination for expats, according to foreign exchange trading figures.

Figures released from International Currency Exchange recently revealed that sterling has grown in strength against the peso, with £1 worth 21.76 pesos.

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Foreign exchange trading figures reveal currency "stability"

19

Oct

2009

 HiFX News@ 12:00 AM

Mexico is likely to prove an affordable destination for expats, according to foreign exchange trading figures.

Figures released from International Currency Exchange recently revealed that sterling has grown in strength against the peso, with £1 worth 21.76 pesos.

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Low-cost living offsets foreign exchange rates

16

Oct

2009

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Greece's affordable living costs make the country a cheap destination for Brits despite foreign exchange rates, according to a government body.

The Greek National Tourism Organisation (GNTO) recently claimed that UK visitors are unlikely to be put off staying in the country due to the strong euro.

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'Brokers preferred for foreign currency exchange'

16

Oct

2009

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Expats keen to make the most of foreign exchange trading figures may like to transfer money via specialist companies, according to industry experts.

Financial advisor Shelter Offshore recently highlighted the advantages of buying currency from foreign exchange brokers.

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'International payments to pension schemes to rise'

15

Oct

2009

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Money transfers to pension schemes are likely to rise following the publication of a European Commission (EC) report.

At a recent meeting, the EC raised its concerns that in the future European economies may be stretched in order to support residents who have retired.

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France foreign exchange transactions may increase

15

Oct

2009

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Potential expats may soon be converting currency in order to live in France, new research suggests.

Real estate firm Property Frontiers recently claimed that the country has much to offer Brits who wish to move abroad.

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'Health insurance money transfers encouraged'

14

Oct

2009

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Expats may like to make money transfers to medical care policies following health warnings from the European Union (EU).

Brits living in Europe were recently reminded to protect themselves against swine flu.

Maria Larsson, Sweden's public health minister, issued the alert following fears that the public are becoming complacent regarding the dangers posed by the bug.

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MBA students to receive money transfers

14

Oct

2009

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Entrepreneurs can now make international payments to a lucrative new scheme, it has emerged.

Loans provider Prodigy Finance recently teamed up with France-based business school Insead to launch its community education bond, the Telegraph reports.

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'Business workers look to currency conversion rates'

13

Oct

2009

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Entrepreneurs looking to benefit from foreign exchange trading figures and lower taxes may like to move to Switzerland, industry experts suggest.

Consumer advisor BuyAssociation.co.uk recently drew attention to the country as a lucrative destination for Brits keen to make their wages stretch further amid the recession.

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'Foreign markets may see international payments boost'

13

Oct

2009

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Investors are becoming more confident in making money transfers to overseas property markets, according to industry experts.

Real estate website Rightmove.co.uk recently made the claim following the publication of figures from mortgage specialist Conti.

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'Experts needed for instant money transfers'

12

Oct

2009

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Potential expats have been urged to investigate how they transfer money in their chosen countries ahead of moving overseas.

Speaking to the Telegraph, Rhiannon Davies, from financial advisor Shelter Offshore, recently highlighted the issues that can crop up when Brits encounter unfamiliar banking practices overseas.

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'Olympics to increase Brazil money transfers'

12

Oct

2009

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Brazil may prove to be a lucrative destination for Brits wishing to make money transfers overseas, according to industry experts.

Property portal uv10.com recently claimed that Rio de Janiero's successful bid to host the 2016 Olympics will have a positive impact on its economy.

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Foreign exchange trading specialists urged for transactions

9

Oct

2009

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Expats have been urged to consult foreign exchange trading experts if they are transferring money abroad.

Financial advisor Shelter Offshore recently issued the warning to Brits who plan to convert sterling to increasingly stronger currencies, such as the euro.

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'Poll shows ideal locations for money transfers'

9

Oct

2009

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Brits looking to make money transfers to overseas mortgages may like to consult a new list that looks into the quality of living in some international destinations.

Compiled by the United Nations, its Human Development Index (HDI) has ranked 182 countries depending on a range of criteria.

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'Business money transfers may rise'

8

Oct

2009

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Expats who make regular money transfers to their overseas companies may see an increase in trade by next year, it has emerged.

Travel management company Egenica recently claimed that the number of entrepreneurs flying abroad to work is set to rise in 2010, which could have an impact on the assets of overseas investments that depend on business travellers.

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Foreign exchange trading figures boost flight searches

8

Oct

2009

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Online searches for flights to mid-haul destinations are increasing due partly to foreign exchange trading figures, industry experts suggest.

Recent research by comparison portal Cheapflights.co.uk shows that Brits are increasingly likely to consider visiting destinations such as Egypt and Morocco.

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'Traditional locations outweigh the draw of foreign exchange rates'

7

Oct

2009

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Brits keen to live abroad are ignoring currency rates offered by exotic locations in favour of more traditional expat locations, a leading property publication indicates.

A Place in the Sun Magazine recently claimed that potential expats are being drawn to short-haul destinations that can be easily reached from the UK.

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'Traditional locations outweigh the draw of foreign exchange rates'

7

Oct

2009

 HiFX News@ 12:00 AM

Brits keen to live abroad are ignoring currency rates offered by exotic locations in favour of more traditional expat locations, a leading property publication indicates.

A Place in the Sun Magazine recently claimed that potential expats are being drawn to short-haul destinations that can be easily reached from the UK.

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'Search web for mortgage money transfer deals'

7

Oct

2009

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Potential expats wishing to make international payments to overseas investments may like to start looking for assets online, according to industry experts.

Loans provider International Mortgage Plans recently stated that the internet was a good starting place for Brits looking to purchase property abroad.

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'Search web for mortgage money transfer deals'

7

Oct

2009

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Potential expats wishing to make international payments to overseas investments may like to start looking for assets online, according to industry experts.

Loans provider International Mortgage Plans recently stated that the internet was a good starting place for Brits looking to purchase property abroad.

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Pension money transfers advised

6

Oct

2009

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Expats looking to fund new lives abroad by making money transfers to pensions ought to start saving as early as they can, industry experts suggest.

Investment product provider Hargreaves Lansdown recently raised its concerns that Brits who start making payments to retirement schemes beyond the age of 40 have to deposit a larger portion of their salaries if they wish to leave work aged 60.

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'Cape Verde benefits from pegged exchange rates'

6

Oct

2009

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Fixed currency exchange rates have helped stabilise Cape Verde's economy, according to industry experts.

Following a recent review of the country's fiscal policies, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) released a statement detailing why the island nation is beginning to recover from the recession.

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Far East currency rates 'desirable' to Brits

5

Oct

2009

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Favourable currency rates in long-haul destinations are likely to attract more UK visitors, according to industry experts.

Travel company Expedia.co.uk recently made the claim following the release of figures by the Post Office.

A survey by the Royal Mail Group showed that Thailand is one of the cheapest locations for Brits, while Australia was the most expensive country included in the poll.

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Far East currency rates 'desirable' to Brits

5

Oct

2009

 HiFX News@ 12:00 AM

Favourable currency rates in long-haul destinations are likely to attract more UK visitors, according to industry experts.

Travel company Expedia.co.uk recently made the claim following the release of figures by the Post Office.

A survey by the Royal Mail Group showed that Thailand is one of the cheapest locations for Brits, while Australia was the most expensive country included in the poll.

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Dubai is 'ideal' location for international payments

5

Oct

2009

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Investors wishing to make international payments to overseas ventures may like to consider Dubai as a location for their assets, according to a leading authority.

The Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) recently stated that the emirate can prove lucrative to business travellers.

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'Foreign exchange trading figures attract Brits overseas'

2

Oct

2009

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Potential expats looking to capitalise on foreign exchange trading figures by living overseas have been urged to fully prepare themselves for their move abroad.

Writing in the Independent, finance expert Laura Latham recently drew attention to the number of Brits who are considering starting new lives in international locations.

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British Overseas Territories take up money transfer regulations

2

Oct

2009

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Money transfers to British Overseas Territories may soon come under more scrutiny due to new regulations that attempt to strengthen economies.

Speaking to the Guardian, Chris Bryant, minister for the foreign office, spoke of his optimism that Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development regulations can clarify banking practices (OECD).

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European economic 'stability' may prompt money transfers

1

Oct

2009

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Overseas investors who are looking to acquire assets by making money transfers to Europe may be pleased to hear that its financial markets are becoming more stable, according to industry experts.

Speaking to the European parliament, Luxembourg's finance minister Jean-Claude Juncker recently expressed his optimism that countries on the continent may be benefitting from stronger economies.

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High street exchange rates are "less competitive"

1

Oct

2009

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Brits heading overseas may get better foreign exchange trading deals if they avoid high street currency providers, industry experts suggest.

Online comparison service moneysupermarket.com recently highlighted the importance of searching for favourable exchange rates due to the strengthening euro.

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