Get more for your money when buying overseas September 24, 2014 With summer at an end and autumn closing in you might understandably be dreaming of owning your own place in the sun. And now could be the time to buy. With the pound’s strength against the euro and property prices in both France and Spain still relatively low, your budget might go further than you [...]
Aches and pains? Why your desk may be to blame September 23, 2014 If you are on your way into the office for another day at your desk, spare a thought for your bones, muscles and joints. Our bodies are designed to move, so lengthy periods spent sitting at your desk can lead to problems above and beyond the odd ache. We asked Dr Pippa Bennett, the lead [...]
Gordon Brown’s speech on eve of Scotland’s independence vote. Full video and transcript September 18, 2014 At last, the world is hearing the voices of the real people of Scotland. The silent majority will be silent no more. And our patriotic vision, proud of our Scottish identity, proud of our distinctive Scottish institutions, proud of the Scottish Parliament that we, not the Nationalist party, created. And proud, and [...]
Broker the right deals when buying overseas shares September 17, 2014 Investing in overseas shares can be rewarding, but keeping a close eye on foreign exchange costs is must to ensure maximum return on investment. Andrew Woolley, executive director of international payments, runs through some key considerations: “To keep foreign exchange costs to a minimum it’s wise to team-up with an overseas stock broker and a [...]
Speak to the experts for great exchange rates and fee-free online transfers September 17, 2014 It's been an unsettled summer for sterling. Back in July, it seemed that the pound could do no wrong. A stream of encouraging economic data emanated from the UK. Upbeat employment figures, strong PMI readings and a statement from the Governor of the Bank of England, Mark Carney, which suggested that interest rates could rise [...]
Peer-to-peer lending can provide alternative saving options September 16, 2014 How can peer-to-peer (P2P) lending provide a reliable alternative to banks for your saving plans? Zopa has a strong, nine-year track record in the UK, with bad debts averaging just 0.25 per cent since 2010. While some other peer-to-peer platforms give loans directly to an individual or business, Zopa spreads risk by lending [...]
You may feel rested, but what about your skin? September 16, 2014 As you return from your summer holidays relaxed and refreshed, give a thought to your skin. After a long flight that “healthy glow” may not be so resplendent after all. While many symptoms caused by travelling can be solved by simple over the counter remedies, there will be some that are more serious. Stephanie Munn, [...]
Currency support from the exchange experts: From start up to success September 15, 2014 Whether it’s importing, exporting or expanding overseas, a business needs to be on top of its currency requirements to enjoy successful overseas operations. Using the services of a foreign exchange specialist such as Moneycorp, the providers of CityAM International Payments, can save a business thousands. Moneycorp offer expert market guidance and bespoke tools to [...]
Great exchange rates, low fees and hassle-free money transfers September 5, 2014 Whether you’re buying property overseas, your business trades internationally or you need to make regular payments abroad, use CityAM International Payments, provided by Moneycorp. Open an account now TOP REASONS TO USE CITY A.M. INTERNATIONAL PAYMENTS Bank-beating exchange rates – Save up to £4,000 on a transfer of £100,000 With City [...]
Save money on your overseas transfers and payments September 4, 2014 With an expanding expat community (6 million British citizens reside overseas, by the last count) and a diverse population with global connections at home more Brits than ever before are finding it necessary to send money overseas. According to the World Bank the equivalent of more than $23 billion was transferred out of the UK [...]
