Certain components of Global Mobility expanded during the pandemic. Corporate housing has seen unprecedented growth during the last eighteen months, and there is no sign of stopping. Corporate apartments, whose original purpose was for business employees with work that took them out of town frequently, have come to provide shelter for a variety of renters. […]
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Tapping At Xylophones… Tibia After X-ray… Tackling Autocratic Xenophobes… The subject of TAX can lead us to all sorts of acrobatic mental avoidance — these absurd acronyms, for example. But a general understanding of taxes is essential to living and working abroad. Or at least knowing where to go with your basic – and not […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Tax.jpg483724Cathy Heynehttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgCathy Heyne2022-05-18 16:26:462022-05-18 16:26:46Don't Tax Yourself on this Topic
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Moose-82.jpeg448640Cathy Heynehttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgCathy Heyne2022-05-11 21:13:342022-05-11 21:13:34What is Common Sidewalk Behavior in Slovakia?
Whether we call it “chunking,” “kitchen sinking,” “microproductivity” or something else entirely, the evidence is clear: Breaking down an overwhelming project into manageable tasks can be an excellent way to reduce stress while still ensuring everything gets done. Living Abroad’s International Move Planner is designed to do exactly that. The International Move Planner identifies all […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Move-Planner-Help.jpg483724Erin Fitzgeraldhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgErin Fitzgerald2022-05-04 17:48:162022-05-04 17:48:16Who Doesn't Need a Move Planner?
When we talk about sustainability in the corporate world, we focus on a holistic approach. Everything is considered, from manufacturing to logistics to customer service. Going green results in many benefits, including cost savings. Some companies switch to energy-efficient lighting, or use solar and wind energy, and update to energy-efficient equipment that reduces monthly utility […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Sustainability.jpg3451011Cathy Heynehttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgCathy Heyne2022-04-27 18:57:142022-04-27 18:57:14What a Wonderful World it Would Be
Whether their reasons are sustainability, affordability, or just the thrill of the hunt, clothing shoppers around the world are adding more gently used and vintage items to their closets. If you’re thinking about taking the leap, it’s important to keep some things in mind. Recently I read a novel set in 1950’s Sydney, The Women […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Moose-78.jpeg448640Michael Caddenhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgMichael Cadden2022-04-14 16:53:102022-04-14 16:59:34In the Land of the Rising Sun...
April 2, 2022 was an ordinary day for many. But for 1.8 billion Muslims around the world, it was Ramadan 1, 1442. Here are five facts to know about Ramadan, the most holy month of the Islamic calendar: Ramadan is a month of fasting, abstinence, and contemplation. Between dawn and dusk during Ramadan, Muslims commonly […]
This Girl is On Fire With Women’s History month concluding, it’s important to note that many global changes have affected women specifically over the past several years. The ongoing pandemic, economic challenges, and the current crisis in the Ukraine have influenced everyone, and some would argue that women have borne the brunt. Signs indicate that […]
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When Global Mobility was in its infancy, corporate travelers abroad often relied on foreign newspapers in their host countries. Searching for publications in their language – sometimes a day old or more – was the best way to keep up with world news in a lot of places. How media has evolved! To access current […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Moose-74-2.jpeg448640Michael Caddenhttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgMichael Cadden2022-03-17 14:32:202022-03-17 14:32:20Don't Forget This in Sri Lanka
Recent world events have served as a reminder: it’s important to understand safety and security issues you might face before traveling abroad. Monitoring news and advisories for your destination is crucial. A number of countries provide international travel information, and easy access to consulate and mission contact information, and available services for their citizens. Ten […]
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The Importance of Cultural Competence For a number of reasons, many companies have found themselves in positions where having many more remote employees working abroad is advantageous. As a result, they are developing policies that take into account new and unique factors, including compliance and tax regulations. If your company allows global nomads, are you […]
Are you feeling a bit pinched these days, with prices rising on just about everything? Basics like grocery staples, automotive parts, new and used cars themselves, home building materials, appliances, and furniture all cost more these days. Supply chain issues are contributing to price increases, as is the cost of labor, as well as shortages […]
https://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Inflation.jpg483724Ellen Harrishttps://www.livingabroad.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/color2.svgEllen Harris2022-02-23 03:45:342022-02-23 03:45:34Put More Money in Your Pocket
What do building a phone app, developing global mobility policies, and even stocking your pantry have in common? All these projects can benefit dramatically from using a structured approach to complete them. At Living Abroad, we’ve begun to talk about what’s next for the International Relocation Center, and we’ve found the structured approach of design […]
How are you supporting the partner? Partner support has come a long way over the last 10 years. Not only are more dual-career couples relocating, but it’s also more common that both partners want or need to work. With COVID-19, work permit complexities have increased based on location/country. Tax issues need to be addressed from […]
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When is your favorite time to listen to audio? Is it while commuting, to hear traffic and weather reports? Passing the time on a long trip? While exercising? Playing music in your home? To keep up with news or listen to an interesting podcast? When you’re traveling, do your listening habits change? Traditional radio broadcasts, […]
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In my household there are three people with three jobs, one car, too many pets, and countless remote and in-person activities and obligations. We rely heavily on knowing who needs to do what, when. After our holiday decorations are put away every January, I turn to a task that takes less than an hour but […]
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Home Away From Home
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneCertain components of Global Mobility expanded during the pandemic. Corporate housing has seen unprecedented growth during the last eighteen months, and there is no sign of stopping. Corporate apartments, whose original purpose was for business employees with work that took them out of town frequently, have come to provide shelter for a variety of renters. […]
Don’t Tax Yourself on this Topic
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneTapping At Xylophones… Tibia After X-ray… Tackling Autocratic Xenophobes… The subject of TAX can lead us to all sorts of acrobatic mental avoidance — these absurd acronyms, for example. But a general understanding of taxes is essential to living and working abroad. Or at least knowing where to go with your basic – and not […]
What is Common Sidewalk Behavior in Slovakia?
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneWho Doesn’t Need a Move Planner?
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Erin FitzgeraldWhether we call it “chunking,” “kitchen sinking,” “microproductivity” or something else entirely, the evidence is clear: Breaking down an overwhelming project into manageable tasks can be an excellent way to reduce stress while still ensuring everything gets done. Living Abroad’s International Move Planner is designed to do exactly that. The International Move Planner identifies all […]
What a Wonderful World it Would Be
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneWhen we talk about sustainability in the corporate world, we focus on a holistic approach. Everything is considered, from manufacturing to logistics to customer service. Going green results in many benefits, including cost savings. Some companies switch to energy-efficient lighting, or use solar and wind energy, and update to energy-efficient equipment that reduces monthly utility […]
Size Yourself Up
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Ellen HarrisWhether their reasons are sustainability, affordability, or just the thrill of the hunt, clothing shoppers around the world are adding more gently used and vintage items to their closets. If you’re thinking about taking the leap, it’s important to keep some things in mind. Recently I read a novel set in 1950’s Sydney, The Women […]
In the Land of the Rising Sun…
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Michael CaddenFive Interesting Facts About Ramadan
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Erin FitzgeraldApril 2, 2022 was an ordinary day for many. But for 1.8 billion Muslims around the world, it was Ramadan 1, 1442. Here are five facts to know about Ramadan, the most holy month of the Islamic calendar: Ramadan is a month of fasting, abstinence, and contemplation. Between dawn and dusk during Ramadan, Muslims commonly […]
This Girl is On Fire
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneThis Girl is On Fire With Women’s History month concluding, it’s important to note that many global changes have affected women specifically over the past several years. The ongoing pandemic, economic challenges, and the current crisis in the Ukraine have influenced everyone, and some would argue that women have borne the brunt. Signs indicate that […]
Keep Yourself Informed
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Ellen HarrisWhen Global Mobility was in its infancy, corporate travelers abroad often relied on foreign newspapers in their host countries. Searching for publications in their language – sometimes a day old or more – was the best way to keep up with world news in a lot of places. How media has evolved! To access current […]
Don’t Forget This in Sri Lanka
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Michael CaddenWays Around It
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Erin FitzgeraldRecent world events have served as a reminder: it’s important to understand safety and security issues you might face before traveling abroad. Monitoring news and advisories for your destination is crucial. A number of countries provide international travel information, and easy access to consulate and mission contact information, and available services for their citizens. Ten […]
You Did What?
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneThe Importance of Cultural Competence For a number of reasons, many companies have found themselves in positions where having many more remote employees working abroad is advantageous. As a result, they are developing policies that take into account new and unique factors, including compliance and tax regulations. If your company allows global nomads, are you […]
Put More Money in Your Pocket
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Ellen HarrisAre you feeling a bit pinched these days, with prices rising on just about everything? Basics like grocery staples, automotive parts, new and used cars themselves, home building materials, appliances, and furniture all cost more these days. Supply chain issues are contributing to price increases, as is the cost of labor, as well as shortages […]
Still Thinking About Angola?
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneFeeling Creative? Try this…
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Erin FitzgeraldWhat do building a phone app, developing global mobility policies, and even stocking your pantry have in common? All these projects can benefit dramatically from using a structured approach to complete them. At Living Abroad, we’ve begun to talk about what’s next for the International Relocation Center, and we’ve found the structured approach of design […]
How to provide partner support
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneHow are you supporting the partner? Partner support has come a long way over the last 10 years. Not only are more dual-career couples relocating, but it’s also more common that both partners want or need to work. With COVID-19, work permit complexities have increased based on location/country. Tax issues need to be addressed from […]
Play It By Ear
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Ellen HarrisWhen is your favorite time to listen to audio? Is it while commuting, to hear traffic and weather reports? Passing the time on a long trip? While exercising? Playing music in your home? To keep up with news or listen to an interesting podcast? When you’re traveling, do your listening habits change? Traditional radio broadcasts, […]
What to Know Before You Go to Chile
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Cathy HeyneClick here for the answer!
Peace of Mind
/in Articles, Home Page News Message /by Erin FitzgeraldIn my household there are three people with three jobs, one car, too many pets, and countless remote and in-person activities and obligations. We rely heavily on knowing who needs to do what, when. After our holiday decorations are put away every January, I turn to a task that takes less than an hour but […]