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My First Few Months in Singapore

After many trips and spending a few months in Singapore I’ve become quite fond of quite a few things. This is by no means a complete list of all the things I enjoy about Singapore just a few things I thought of as I sat down at my computer today.

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Interview with Bullionstar Moving Family and Business to Singapore

Interview with Bullionstar Moving Family and Business to Singapore I sat down with Torgny Persson to talk about his experience moving his family to Singapore from Sweden, I also learned…

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Digital Nomadism

How We Chose Our Expat Destination

How We Chose Our Expat Destination Moving is considered to be one of the most stressful events a person or a family will ever go through. Rated just below divorce,…

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Minimizing Culture Shock When First Retiring in Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia is rapidly becoming a retirement haven where expats can stretch their nest egg to the max. The area is affordable, beautiful, and truly an exotic getaway for most…

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Retiring in Great Britain

Retiring in Great Britain If you are already have permission to stay in the UK as a retired person of independent means, you can apply to extend your stay or…

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What to Expect When Banking Abroad

Getting all your ducks in a row when moving or retiring abroad can take some time. Once you’ve gone through the necessary hassle of opening a bank account overseas, the…

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Embracing the Culture of Old San Juan

Biculturalism is not the wholesale buying into another culture, nor is it the process of assimilating. I have met expats who by attempting to fully adopt the customs and attitudes…

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Furnishing Your Home on a Budget in Japan

Furnishing Your Apartment or Home Cheaply An alternative to buying new or used appliances for your home is to check out the Toshiba Techno Network company, which has a service…

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International Electric Plug Adapters & Voltages for the World’s Countries

Know the Plug Adapters & Voltages Before You Go If you are going to use electrical appliances abroad, you need to know what type of electrical voltage is used in…

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The Basics of Opening a Bank Account Overseas

When people move abroad, it’s usually because they’re looking for a whole new life – different climate, fresh culture, exotic foods. But this sense of adventure rarely applies when people…