Move To France

If I move to France, will I fit in? Despite all of the potential practical difficulties in relocating to another country (earning a living, learning the language, sending your kids to school, etc….  you know, that small stuff!), this is still a big question. As even a casual student of France would know, France is not just the UK but with warmer weather; there is just a bit more to it than that. So, if you are considering a move to France, it’s a good idea to add some research on French … [Read more...]

If you're moving to France, one of the major administrative hurdles you might face is moving capital into the country (for example, to fund a house purchase). Just how do you ensure you get the best foreign exchange rate possible when you transfer your money? In this guest post, Peter Lavelle - an economist at foreign exchange broker Pure FX - provides 7 tips to help you get the best deal possible. 1. Research the foreign exchange rate as soon as possible This means, look at exchanging your … [Read more...]