Community Blogs

Lisbon, Portugal

• Apr 14

Generally, you should budget between 12% and 15% of the property’s purchase price to cover all associated taxes and fees. This includes one-off purchase taxe...

Maria Santos

17

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 14

Why Estate Planning Matters More for ExpatsThis isn't fun to discuss, but it's essential

James Van Der Berg

8

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 14

The Complexity and Logic of Dutch Secondary EducationDutch secondary education appears bewilderingly complicated at first glance

James Van Der Berg

14

London, United Kingdom

• Apr 14

Whether you’re going through your bank, an app, a third-party service or simply sticking money in an envelope (which we don’t advise), there’s a plethora of way...

Priya Sharma

17

Lisbon, Portugal

• Apr 14

This guide explains the ins and outs of Portuguese inheritance tax, including what happens if you buy a property in Portugal

Maria Santos

3

Bern, Switzerland

• Apr 14

Whether you’re living in Switzerland or just visiting, it’s important to note the dates of Switzerland’s public holidays (French: feiertagun, German: jour férié...

Ingrid Vogler

16

Washington, United States

• Apr 13

Whether you’re a Canadian living in the US, or a US citizen or resident traveling to Canada frequently, a CAD account can be a handy tool to make cross currency...

Diego Esperanza

13

Global, Global

• Apr 13

Work visas and paperwork often overwhelm expats while planning a move abroad; this results in many expats leaving financial planning for later

The Expat Collective

9

Pretoria, South Africa

• Apr 13

The South African dating scene is full of energy and surprises, and no two experiences are the same

Rachel Ndlovu

18

Amsterdam, Netherlands

• Apr 13

Understanding Dutch Rental LawAfter six years in the Netherlands, I've come to appreciate that Dutch rental law is heavily tenant-focused

James Van Der Berg

14

Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

• Apr 13

Moving to a new country can be difficult, especially when it’s your first week and you have to explore the local culture and cuisine alone

Thomas Weber

13

Singapore, Singapore

• Apr 12

Opening an AUD account in Singapore can be a smart plan for Australians living in Singapore, international students, business owners and frequent travelers

Kevin Lim

16

Doha, Qatar

• Apr 12

If you’re moving to Qatar, you’ll need to know how to access dental care

Ahmed Al-Rashid

9

Brussels, Belgium

• Apr 12

Are you an eco-friendly expat living in Belgium? Discover 10 practical ways to make your new life more sustainable and green in your everyday Belgian routine.

Sophie Van Den Berg

20

Tokyo, Japan

• Apr 12

If you’re considering moving to Japan (日本, Nihon/Nippon), reliable access to a variety of medical services is vital

Sarah Tanaka

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