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Top tips for retiring abroad

Posted by on September 18th, 2024.

Deciding to retire overseas can offer the adventure of a lifetime. The chance to experience new cultures, beautiful landscapes and a lower cost of living can be very alluring. However, this major life change requires careful planning and consideration. Below are some key tips to help make the transition as smooth as possible, so you can enjoy this new chapter in your life to the fullest. Read more


Protecting yourself from shopping fraud

Posted by on September 11th, 2024.

Your safety and the security of your money is our highest priority, and we implement stringent safeguarding measures to protect all our customers. However, it’s also important for you to take steps to shield yourself from fraud. Read more


Protecting yourself from relationship fraud

Posted by on August 28th, 2024.

Your safety and the security of your money is our highest priority, and we implement stringent safeguarding measures to protect all our customers. However, it’s also important for you to take steps to shield yourself from fraud. Read more


Protecting yourself from identity theft and fraud

Posted by on August 14th, 2024.

Identity fraud is a type of crime where someone illegally obtains and uses another person's personal information to commit fraud or deception, usually for financial gain. This information can include your name, date of birth, address history, bank account details, and other sensitive data. Read more


How might the French elections impact the euro?

Posted by on June 28th, 2024.


French President Emmanuel Macron shocked markets in early June after calling a snap election following his party’s poor performance in the European election. The resulting political uncertainty plunged the ... Read more


UK election focus: How might the election result impact the pound?

Posted by on June 21st, 2024.

The UK will go to the polls in a couple of weeks to decide who will lead the country for the next five years. Read more


Tips for dealing with culture shock as an expat in 2024

Posted by on June 11th, 2024.

In this article, we go through a few tips to help you deal with the culture shock of moving abroad and make the most of your expat experience. Read more


Assessing the most eco-friendly expat destinations in 2024

Posted by on May 22nd, 2024.

There are lots of things to consider when choosing where to go to achieve the best quality of life for you and your family: schooling, weather, work-life balance, culture... Read more


Alternatives to the Golden Visa for expats in Spain

Posted by on May 7th, 2024.


As Spain’s government begins the process of eliminating the popular golden visa, what are the options for expats looking to relocate there? This article will consider the best ways ... Read more


Simplifying international payroll

Posted by on April 10th, 2024.


Handling an international payroll can be difficult at the best of times, but the challenges posed by currency volatility can make it even more complex. Fortunately, TorFX provides access ... Read more