Plan ahead by moving overseas with the experts!

Moving to Australia is not without its ups and downs. To make sure you stay ahead of the game, it pays to be well informed. Everyone wants to start their new life down under with as much money as possible and there are a number of things you can do to ensure you make the most of your funds. Key topics always discussed on the forum include moving your possessions and transferring your money into your new Australian bank account.

Our sister site, Poms in Oz is hosting Live Chat sessions with leading experts in banking, currency exchange, international removals and tax. These sessions will take place on 16th November 2010 from 7pm-9pm (UK Time). National Australia Bank, Moneycorp, PSS International Removals and Xpnsit (other companies tbc) will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about your move.

To take part, use this link - Chat with Industry Experts

Once the chat software has loaded, tick the 'Guest' option at the top of the chat window, then choose a username and enter the 'Moneycorp, NAB or PSS' chat rooms.


National Australia Bank
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Sarah Doherty will talk about the Australian Banking system providing you with some insights as to what is different between the UK and Australia. She will also talk about how straight forward it is to open an Australian Bank account before you leave home and some of the services you should consider.


Moneycorp
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Whether you are moving to Australia, or living there already, Jonathan Griffith and John Kinghorn will bring you the latest updates on the Aussie dollar and provide insight into the key factors influencing market movements. Exchange rates are constantly fluctuating and transferring your funds at the right time, via the right channel, can make a big difference to the amount of money you actually end up with.


PSS International Removals
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One of the key ingredients when you are moving overseas is the planning of your removal. Liam Witham and John Moynes will be on hand to offer advice and answer any questions you may have regarding the packing and shipping of your household effects, including what items you can ship to Australia, Australian Customs procedures and AQIS. Whether you are importing household effects or just a vehicle, it is never too early to start researching or to start the process.


Xpnsit
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Find out what you need to know about personal tax in Australia. Jim Gurieff from Xpnsit will be on-hand to offer advice and answer personal tax questions.
Find out how to file a tax return, when you need to do it and most importantly how to get more of your money back! In Australia there are hundreds of personal allowances and tax deductions and understanding what you are entitled to claim now can make a big difference at tax time.

 

Just a quick reminder that tonight's chat is bout to start and will run until 9pm (uk time)