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18/03/2013 Offshore Companies in the UK

Offshore companies are businesses that have been registered, established or incorporated outside of the country of residence. Here we focus on the UK.

11/03/2013 Offshore banking in the United Kingdom

This overview of offshore banking offers guidance to expats and companies in the United Kingdom for understanding and choosing international...

26/03/2012 Expert tips: How to invest your money wisely

With a mixture of capital protected plans and actively managed funds, Expatica financial expert Craig Welsh shows how an investment portfolio can...

20/03/2012 Expat guide to offshore investment

Overwhelmed by the number of offshore investment products available? Russell Hammond guides you through the basics.

20/03/2012 Rick Steves: Credit cards in Europe — the perils of plastic

Much of Europe has implemented a chip-and-PIN system, using credit cards that are embedded with a microchip and require a PIN code for transactions.

03/08/2011 Banking in the UK

Just moved to the UK? You'll need a bank account to effectively manage your money while you're here. Cliff Govender explains the UK...

12/03/2010 Cost of living in London: How much is enough?

'Singaporean in London' Kelvin breaks down the main costs of living in the British capital: accommodation, transport, food and -- certain...

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Just moved to the UK? You'll need a bank account to effectively manage your money while you're here. Cliff Govender explains the UK banking system, including facilities that may come in handy down the line.