Archived posts for December 2010

Making an international money transfer to India could help foreign property buyers to snap up a bargain.

Indian residential property prices in 2011 are expected to fall by up to 15 per cent in some areas, according to recent research conducted by Jones Lang LaSalle.

Making an international money transfer to India could help foreign property buyers to snap up a bargain.

Indian residential property prices in 2011 are expected to fall by up to 15 per cent in some areas, according to recent research conducted by Jones Lang LaSalle.

International money transfers to Spain could become more popular than international money transfers to France as the property markets appear to be shifting.

According to the latest report from Primelocation, online searchers for Spanish holiday homes are now exceeding those for French houses by 20 per cent.

The pound's currency exchange rate against the US dollar is struggling due to the fragile UK economy.

According to Reuters, the country's fragile economic outlook has meant that sterling has remained at around a three-and-a-half month low against the dollar today (Wednesday, December 29th).

The pound's currency exchange rate against the US dollar is struggling due to the fragile UK economy.

According to Reuters, the country's fragile economic outlook has meant that sterling has remained at around a three-and-a-half month low against the dollar today (Wednesday, December 29th).

Those living abroad or with family overseas have been given tips on how to keep in touch without breaking the bank this Christmas.

Writing for Love Money, Robert Powell noted that nearly a third of people are planning to call "loved ones living abroad" over the festive period.

The outlook for the new homes market in 2011 in positive, according to an expert, which could be good news for those looking to get on to the property ladder.

According to managing director at newhomesforsale.co.uk Vernon Pethard, there is renewed confidence about the state of the economy and that this remains even though lending conditions are still strict.

While prices in the rest of the US continue to fall, property prices in Detroit are holding up well in the current climate, it has been reported.

For those looking to use international money transfer services and buy a home in the US, the news could be encouraging, particularly for those searching for a house bargain.

Britons might want to look into making an international money transfer to Spain in order to snap up a bargain property.

According to Greg Butcher, founder of the Fairhomes Group, it is "just a matter of time" before the Spanish economy crashes.

Britons might want to look into making an international money transfer to Spain in order to snap up a bargain property.

According to Greg Butcher, founder of the Fairhomes Group, it is "just a matter of time" before the Spanish economy crashes.

Britons have been advised to wait until the last minute to make their currency exchange deals, due to the state of the markets.

Sean Tipton, a spokesman for ABTA - The Travel Association, said that the euro and the dollar are "predicted to weaken" next year.

Britons have been advised to wait until the last minute to make their currency exchange deals, due to the state of the markets.

Sean Tipton, a spokesman for ABTA - The Travel Association, said that the euro and the dollar are "predicted to weaken" next year.

The UK's public borrowing data has resulted in a fall for sterling's currency exchange rate.

Earlier today (December 21st), the Office for National Statistics reported that public sector borrowing in the UK totalled £23.3 billion in November.

The UK's public borrowing data has resulted in a fall for sterling's currency exchange rate.

Earlier today (December 21st), the Office for National Statistics reported that public sector borrowing in the UK totalled £23.3 billion in November.

Currency exchange rates could help to tempt Britons into buying properties overseas.

This is according to Marc Da-Silva, freelance property journalist.

Mr Da-Silva said that there are "definitely signs" that the foreign property market is becoming more active, adding: "If the pound strengthens further against the euro then I would be very surprised if more Brits didn't consider buying overseas."

Sterling's currency exchange rate rose against the euro yesterday (December 20th).

However, price movements were minimal as many investors remain "on the sidelines" until the New Year, Reuters reported.

International money transfers to Spain could prove beneficial to people considering investing in distressed property.

According to Madrid-based Pioso Embargados De Bancos, there are around 100,000 foreclosed homes on the market in Spain, although this is predicted to increase to 300,000 in 2011.

International money transfers could offer Britons more bargaining power when it comes to buying overseas property.

According to Marc Da-Silva, freelance property journalist, the "room for negotiation is now huge" in the overseas property market.

Britons might want to look into the currency exchange rate between the pound and the Thai baht following a recent survey.

The HSBC Expatriate Experience 2010 report has revealed that Thailand offers the best experience in terms of quality of life.

International money transfers to France could become increasingly popular as the holiday home market appears to be making a revival.

Tim Swannie, director of property agency Home Hunts, told Overseas Property Professional that the market is "recovering well".

International money transfers to France could become increasingly popular as the holiday home market appears to be making a revival.

Tim Swannie, director of property agency Home Hunts, told Overseas Property Professional that the market is "recovering well".

International money transfers could help small businesses to benefit from the export market.

According to a recent survey conducted by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), 48 per cent of smaller firms are put off exporting due to fluctuating currency exchange prices.

International money transfers could help small businesses to benefit from the export market.

According to a recent survey conducted by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), 48 per cent of smaller firms are put off exporting due to fluctuating currency exchange prices.

Sterling's currency exchange rate has fallen this morning (December 15th) on the back of jobs data.

Published by the Office for National Statistics, the figures showed that the jobless total for the UK stood at 7.9 per cent in the three months to October.

Sterling's currency exchange rate has fallen this morning (December 15th) on the back of jobs data.

Published by the Office for National Statistics, the figures showed that the jobless total for the UK stood at 7.9 per cent in the three months to October.

Currency exchange rates are increasing the cost of living in Tokyo for expatriates.

This is according to a recent study from worldwide human resources consultant ECA International.

Brits who are moving to the Japanese city for work or pleasure might want to look into international money transfers through an independent foreign exchange firm in order to lower their costs.

Currency exchange rates are increasing the cost of living in Tokyo for expatriates.

This is according to a recent study from worldwide human resources consultant ECA International.

Brits who are moving to the Japanese city for work or pleasure might want to look into international money transfers through an independent foreign exchange firm in order to lower their costs.

International money transfers to Dubai could help overseas workers keen to buy their own property.

According to comments from Nicholas Marr, chief executive officer at Homesgofast.com, workers in Dubai "will be in a better position to buy in Dubai rather than renting" come 2011.

The currency exchange rate between the US dollar and the pound is likely to boost the number of British people visiting the states in 2011.

This is according to Sean Tipton, a spokesperson for ABTA - The Travel Association.

The currency exchange rate between the pound and the euro could prove important for people considering buying property in Spain.

According to developer Taylor Wimpey de Espana, the Mediterranean country has seen increases in sales in 2010 of up to 50 per cent compared to last year.

Investors could be tempted to make international money transfers to Egypt after comments have suggested that the property market is full of potential.

Samih Sawiris, chief executive of Egyptian property developer Orascom, told Overseas Property Professional that the fact that the country is "still an emerging market" means that it has much to offer investors.

International money transfers could allow foreign students the chance 'to shine' at universities in the UK.

The British Council's 2011 Shine! International Student Awards are actively searching for nominees for next year's awards.

Golfers could be tempted to make international money transfers to Spain as the country has been highlighted as a favourite golfing destination.

Indeed, the country takes 35 per cent of the golf tourism market in Europe, according to recent research conducted by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators.

Britons may want to make an international money transfer to the US to enjoy New York City's "timeless appeal".

Robert Wilson, UK director of NYC & Company, suggested that the city's diversity draws people who are visiting "for their first time and those who come back year-on-year".

Gordon Brown has warned of an impending catastrophe in the eurozone following Ireland's bailout by the European Union and the International Monetary Fund.

In an interview with the BBC, the former prime minister predicted that a "major crisis" would occur in the first few months of 2011 among countries that have adopted the single currency.

Gordon Brown has warned of an impending catastrophe in the eurozone following Ireland's bailout by the European Union and the International Monetary Fund.

In an interview with the BBC, the former prime minister predicted that a "major crisis" would occur in the first few months of 2011 among countries that have adopted the single currency.

Currency exchange rates are motivating some Britons to seek out a bargain overseas, it has been suggested.

Ian Coles, director of Santander Cards, said that some shoppers are looking further afield for Christmas gifts in a bid to benefit from currency exchange rates and a different choice of products.

Currency exchange rates are motivating some Britons to seek out a bargain overseas, it has been suggested.

Ian Coles, director of Santander Cards, said that some shoppers are looking further afield for Christmas gifts in a bid to benefit from currency exchange rates and a different choice of products.

People interested in purchasing overseas property might want to keep an eye on currency exchange rates as it has been suggested the local hotspots will keep the market ticking over.

Robin Wilson, head of overseas at Rightmove.co.uk, said that despite declining activity in larger regions, "there will nearly always be localised hotspots that buck the trend".

The single currency eurozone's financial safety net is sufficient for now, it has been claimed.

Jean-Claude Juncker, chairman of the Eurogroup countries, said that the €750 billion (£635 billion) fund is the right size.

The comments followed a meeting of the finance ministers involved in the eurozone.

The single currency eurozone's financial safety net is sufficient for now, it has been claimed.

Jean-Claude Juncker, chairman of the Eurogroup countries, said that the €750 billion (£635 billion) fund is the right size.

The comments followed a meeting of the finance ministers involved in the eurozone.

International money transfers are being used to send billions of pounds around the world.

According to the International Organisation for Migration's World Migration Report 2010, around £265 billion was sent by migrant workers in 2009.

International money transfers are being used to send billions of pounds around the world.

According to the International Organisation for Migration's World Migration Report 2010, around £265 billion was sent by migrant workers in 2009.

International money transfers to the Caribbean could be on the rise as a development in St Lucia has received a top award.

The Residences at Sugar beach was named Best International Property at the International Property Awards in London.

The European Union's approach to the eurozone debt crisis must change for the sake of the single currency's security.

This is according to comments made by Jeremy Tigue, manager of the Foreign & Colonial Investment Trust.

Mr Tigue said that if the EU continues to deal with sovereign debt problems, such as those in Greece and Ireland, on "a reactive basis, rather than proactively" then the single currency "is at risk of falling apart".

International money transfers to the US could help to cut property prices in Florida even further.

According to reports from the Miami Association of Realtors (MAR) and the Southeast Florida Multiple Listing Service, sales in the Miami-Dade region of the state have been on the rise thanks to low prices.

International money transfers to the US could help to cut property prices in Florida even further.

According to reports from the Miami Association of Realtors (MAR) and the Southeast Florida Multiple Listing Service, sales in the Miami-Dade region of the state have been on the rise thanks to low prices.

International money transfers to the US could help to cut property prices in Florida even further.

According to reports from the Miami Association of Realtors (MAR) and the Southeast Florida Multiple Listing Service, sales in the Miami-Dade region of the state have been on the rise thanks to low prices.

The euro's currency exchange rate has been given a small boost from the European Central Bank (ECB).

Moves by the bank to buy up Irish and Portuguese bonds have gone someway to reassuring investors that the debt crisis in the eurozone will be manageable.

The euro's currency exchange rate has been given a small boost from the European Central Bank (ECB).

Moves by the bank to buy up Irish and Portuguese bonds have gone someway to reassuring investors that the debt crisis in the eurozone will be manageable.

The euro's currency exchange rate has been given a small boost from the European Central Bank (ECB).

Moves by the bank to buy up Irish and Portuguese bonds have gone someway to reassuring investors that the debt crisis in the eurozone will be manageable.

People who are struggling to find work in the UK might be tempted to make an international money transfer to Canada and try their luck across the Atlantic.

According to expatriate advice website Shelter Offshore, Canada is one of a number of countries struggling to fill a skills shortage in its workforce.

Alison Steed of the Daily Telegraph has written to pensions minister Steve Webb, calling for expatriate's pensions to be uprated.

Ms Steed claimed to be writing "on behalf of the 400,000 or so expat pensioners who have had their state pension payments frozen at the rate they were at when they left the UK".

The currency exchange rate for the euro has seen yet more declines on the market as Italy has entered into the sovereign debt crisis.

Just days after the International Monetary Fund and the European Union confirmed a bail-out loan for Ireland, Italy's interest rates caused fresh market anxiety.

International money transfers to Spain could be helping to boost property sales.

The Spain Property register revealed a 13 per cent year-on-year rise in the volume of property sold in the third quarter of 2010.

The currency exchange rate for sterling is maintaining its upward trend against the euro.

Sterling reached a two-month high against the single currency yesterday (Tuesday, November 30th).

The boost for the pound was deemed to be down to the continuing speculation that further bail-outs will be required by eurozone members.

Currency exchange rates are likely to affect Britons' choice of holiday destination next year.

This is according to Emma O'Boyle, spokeswoman for TripAdvisor.

Following the publication of TripAdvisor's annual Travel Trends Survey, Ms O'Boyle said: "The traditional eurozone destinations, such as Spain, Portugal and Greece will remain popular but if the euro continues to track unfairly against the pound next year we expect to see non-euro short-haul destinations such as Turkey and Egypt continue to grow in popularity."