Retiring Abroad More Than A Dream For Most 27/06/2008
Recent statistical and survey information produced by the likes of the Institute for Public Policy Research show that the thought of retiring abroad for Britons is now more than a dream for most.  I.e., there is evidence to suggest that a large percentage of the British population is actively pursuing their very own reality of living overseas once they hit retirement. Driving factors are mainly fiscal, with a representative from Saga - ‘the online community for today’s over 50s’ - stating that it was likely that people would consider moving abroad more now that the cost of living is expected to increase (according to a report on MoneyNews.co.uk).  We certainly concur with these opinions and findings and can add that recent correspondence from a fair few sagacious Shelter Offshore... more

Expats Urged To Consider Financial Matters 08/05/2008
People who are thinking of relocating to Spain have been urged to consider various financial issues such as tax. According to ShelterOffshore.com, this is essential for expatriates who wish to at least maintain the quality of life they are used to. The online portal stated that expatriates need to work out what their tax liability and outgoings will be. This, it said, means they will be able to budget for their move to the sun and see whether they can avoid compromising on their living standards. ShelterOffshore.com remarked: "Determine if you can afford to retire to Spain and reside in the manner to which you would like to become accustomed." The website added that Spain is currently very popular with expatriates from the UK, especially older people who want to spend their... more

Bulgaria | Investment Potential 2008 18/03/2008
Bulgaria: Investment Potential 2008 The property market of Bulgaria has achieved an incredible rate of growth over the past few years, bolstered by a fast-growing economy and its admission into the EU in January 2007. Bulgaria’s National Statistic Authority noted that property prices have grown by 15% during the first half of 2007, with Knight Frank’s Global House Price Index registering a 27% increase over the past year, and are predicted to grow at the rate witnessed during the Spanish market boom, as the figures all point towards a fantastic opportunity for property investment. The Knight Frank Global House Price Index, which analyses house price growth worldwide, ranked Bulgaria as having the second highest annual house price growth up to the fourth quarter of 2006, with an... more