Cash Management – Safety First

Cash Management - How Can You Protect Yourself?There is still a great deal of concern at the moment regarding the safety of banks. So how can you protect yourself? Continue reading

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Is Your Estate In A State?

By Mark O’Shea of the Alexander Beard Group

One aspect that is often overlooked when living the expatriate lifestyle is what happens on death when you have assets in different countries. Normally you would have a will (if not you should!) in countries where you have property, but what about other assets such as bank accounts and investments that are often held offshore? Continue reading

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Barcelona – On A Wing And A Bus

Ryanair – ‘Direct from Larnaca to Barcelona for Only €8’!

Larnaca to BarcelonaI didn’t really believe it when I was told about it and when I read the news feature it did state that Barcelona was not on as a special offer. However, a direct flight from Cyprus to Barcelona was something that was definitely interesting to me so I decided to check it properly. Continue reading

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Government Watchdog Blows £4.7 Million on Hotel Rooms!

In the past 3 years the Spending watchdog the Audit Commission spent £4.7 million alone on hotel rooms for staff!

Expat InformerThey have also spent £ 20,000 in the last 2 years on luxuries such as meals in Michelin star restaurants including Marco Pierre White’s L’Escargot, frequented by the Rolling Stones Mick Jagger, the Daily Mail reports. Continue reading

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10 Tips to Stay Healthy

In a world where there is so much temptation it would be so easy to stray from the path of good health.  Investing in a healthy lifestyle today will pay dividends in the future.  Read my 10 tips to stay healthy and hopefully you will decide to include them in your everyday routine and reap the benefits!

Expat Informer - 10 Tips to Stay Healthy1. Drink Water

Every cell in the body requires water to function. Keeping your    body lubricated provides a host of benefits and you will reap the rewards immediately.  Water is an important factor in weight loss as it helps to break down fat cells.

Try to spread your water consumption evenly throughout the day and aim to drink at least 8 glasses.

You will find your skin will look much brighter and healthier, you will have more energy and your concentration levels will be higher. Continue reading

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Offshore Investment Guide

Why Offshore?

Tax Matters For tax purposes, FSA-Recognised Offshore funds are classified into one of two categories, and this determines what treatment investors’ returns will receive, and tax planning options. Continue reading

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