Living the dream

Making the move - for good!

Economic problems, summer floods, little prospect of any hint of summer weather – it is little wonder that more and more Brits are considering life overseas as a permanent move. BuyAssociation.co.uk Property Editor Paul Collins looks at how, where and what to do if you’re leaving these shores for good.

Introduction

Looking back over the past four or five months, it is difficult not to despair at the state of life in the UK. Now, this isn’t going to be a rant about the political and social situation of the country, but when you look at the economy and the ‘summer’ weather, it is almost impossible not to sympathise with those who choose to head overseas permanently.

So if you are gazing at the grey, rain-laden skies, or at the red ink marking the mortgage or bank interest rates, and dreaming of a better, less-stressful life, read on to find out what you need to think about, and how to take the first steps on making the move abroad.

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