The survey also discovered that 92 per cent of people who have moved abroad do not live in an established community of expats.

The report was carried out alongside the Centre for Future Studies which measured expats’ expectations of the new life compared to what their actual experienced were. 25 per cent of international movers rate their new life as ‘excellent’ with 67 per cent saying they are happier living abroad than they were living in the UK.

91 per cent of those retirees who have moved to Canada, Australia, New Zealand or the US have worked abroad before retiring, saying that they couldn’t imagine themselves moving back to the UK.

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The main thing that people need to consider is searching for a region that offers the best value for money and return on investment, according to MyFinances.co.uk.

With the economic house markets on an economical downturn, the website advised holiday home owners that they still have a valuable multi-purpose asset.

“There are a number of reasons why you may consider investing in property abroad, ranging from acquiring a holiday home for your own use to simply seeking profits in a location you may never visit,” the news provider said.

From low-cost air travel as well as a favourable exchange rate have encouraged more and more British citizens in investing in an overseas property.

Buying a property abroad for many people isn’t just the idea of a house abroad, it is also securing an investment which they can rely on into the future.

And with 58 per cent of British citizens who have already moved abroad saying their experience has surpassed their expectations it may look like more Brits will be moving abroad too.

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Plan early

If you are moving house you need to start packing early as it takes a lot longer than what you will think. Think about what items will be coming with you and how you will organise the boxes.

Valuable items

If you have many valuable and breakable items then you need to check that you are covered under your insurance policy.

Packing list

Pack items in boxes that are from the same room to prevent confusion when unpacking. Calculate how many boxes are needed and order well in advance. If you use a removals company you may find that they provide them as part of the service.

Boxes, tape and bubble wrap

Make sure that you get the right type of boxes for your household items. Use stronger boxes made from corrugated cardboard for heavier items. Use bubble wrap and newspapers to protect your personal belongings and prevent them from breaking inside the boxes. Ensure that the boxes are packed properly and sealed so they don’t come open while being shipped to your new home.

Pack an essentials box

Make sure you pack an essentials box for the day of the move. Pack tea, coffee, cups, a kettle, snacks, mobile phone chargers, toothbrushes etc so everything is at hand for when you need it.

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All this planning and preparing can leave little time for anything else leaving you wishing you never started it in the first place. However; if you plan properly then you are sure to find that the process is a lot easier, smooth and efficient.

Here are a few important tips to help you pack your personal belongings properly so nothing gets damaged and nothing is left behind.

1. Checklist

Make sure that you write out a checklist of all your items that you need to pack and send with a removals company. This will help you pack your items properly and get rid of items you don’t need.

2. Dispose of unwanted belongings

Don’t pack items you don’t need. This is a great time to get rid of your personal belongings that are of no longer of use. You could take unwanted items to a charity shop or do a car boot sale. This will help cut your moving costs and give you a fresh start in your new home.

3. Pack Things Properly

It is important to categorise your items and make sure you have plenty of packing and moving suppliers to pack all of your personal belongings. Make sure that the boxes are sturdy and of good quality. Use padding materials and cartons so your items don’t get damaged.

4. Look out of fragile items

All your fragile items need to packed properly and given extra care and attention. Make sure your items are looked after carefully. If you are unsure how to pack certain items then why not speak to your removals company who can help you pack your fragile items in the most convenient and effective way.

5. Label and colour code

Make sure that all your boxes are labelled and colour coded so you know whats in them and which room they are going in to make life a whole lot easier when you come to pack your personal belongings.

6. Hire a removals company

And if you really have no motive, interest or understanding then why not consider employing a removals company like Robinsons who can help you pack, and deliver your personal belongings to arrive safely at your new home.

Singapore

The city and country of Singapore is situated on a small island surrounded by the busiest waterways which connects South East Asia, Africa and Europe. The city has grown to be economically efficient as well as business friendly policies which has seen many businesses move over and set up in the thriving location.

Geneva

Situated between Lake Geneva and the Alps in Switzerland, the city is highly expensive to live with many people commuting from France to avoid the high costs of living. Geneva is also the 6th most important financial centre in the world and with its strict policy to protect and preserve the city, it has become one of the most expensive cities to live in the world.

Frankfurt

A stunning city in Germany situated on the Main River it is the largest financial centre of mainland Europe, with both the German and European central banks situated here. The Frankfurt stock exchange is also one of biggest in the world, so with all this money floating around you can see why it ranks as one of the most expensive places to live.

Helsinki

The capital of Finland, Helsinki is the economic capital which explains the high cost of living. Traditionally holding a large shipbuilding industry – and still a powerful industry to this day – more modern establishments and companies such as Nokia have situated themselves in the region. With its relatively high tax rate coupled with its large amount of wealth this city certainly will break the bank.

Zurich

The commercial capital of Switzerland, it is home to many top educational institutions which attracts many people to the country. Many international companies such as Google, IBM and Microsoft have facilities here bringing Zurich a very strong economy.

Research by THS and commissioned by HM Revenue & Customs, (HMRC) around one 20 per cent of firms have discussed an international  move for tax reasons.

Suggestions have been made that this is down to the fact that 64 per cent of large enterprises feel the burden of bureaucracy has increased over the past year.

Roy Maugham, UHY Hacker Young tax partner, said that this could be a massive problem for Britain.

“If only a small fraction of those companies that have considered relocating did relocate abroad it would decimate the UK tax revenues,” he said.

Mr Maugham also made the point that the Treasury may feel unable to cut business taxes, due to the large risk of losing large revenue providers in more competitive markets.

HMRC would be expected to treat large businesses with care.

This has not gone to plan as many firms are not happy with the state of the UK current affairs market.

The report found that “the vast majority of all tree customer groups rate the overall service received from HMRC in the past year as very or fairly good.”

If you need an office removals company that you can rely on, speak to the team at Robinsons today.

A lot of planning goes into planning the removal of your goods, and most of us just don’t have the time to do it.

With Robinsons, international movers can be assured that their personal belongings are in safe hands with a team of specialist packing and distributing experts on hand to ensure the efficient and smooth delivery of your products to their final destination.

When looking for an overseas removals company, it is important to check that the firm is financially stable and has professional competence.

On some occasions, the delivery of removals may require extra facilities such as storage in a separate location, if there is a time gap for the removals of goods, which can often be a stressful thing to monitor. Using a removals company limits this hassle to provide comfort and assurance in knowing that your personal belongings will arrive safely and on time.

To take on these excellent services, Robinsons is the best overseas removals company to call, with over 100 years experience in the business.

Revealed by the largest database of home movers, the reasons behind this date are down to the fact that its around the time that children are returning to school after a long summer holiday with parents wanting them to get settled before the fast approaching colder months that will soon be upon us.

There are a variety of things to consider when moving home so it is highly important that you keep a checklist of all the things you need to do before, during and after the move.

Research conducted by the Post Office found that

• 42 per cent of people cancel bills and notify suppliers a week or less before moving out.
• 28 per cent only notify their bank and other officials of their new address a week or less before their moving date
• 26 per cent buy furniture before they have moved
• 15 per cent start thinking about how to decorate a whole month before they have moved in.

Hugh Stacey, Head of Post Office HomePhone, explained, “Our findings show a surprisingly large number of people make little or no effort to plan their move in advance, despite it being a huge life event.

“With only two weeks until the busiest day of the year for moving home, if people act quickly there is still enough time to give notice for your land line and broadband to be transferred in time for your move or for a new supplier to get you connected,” he added.

To receive help and advice on the packing and shipping of your personal belongings visit Robinsons removals company today.

Research by Shelter Offshore, suggested that the French housing market will be able to provide potential buyers with the opportunity to secure ‘an excellent purchase.’

People looking to move abroad for investment reasons were advised by the website that there is money to be made from rental yields  with the French country been regarded as a holiday favourite especially among British citizens.

Shelter Offshore – the news provider – offers advice to British citizens looking to move abroad. They suggested that moving abroad can take a great deal of research in order to find the perfect property at affordable prices in a location that suits a person’s needs and requirements.

“An investment in a property in France can be a very slow burning, steady commitment that can return you decent capital appreciation as well as rental income,” it suggested.

Christopher Chad – head of research at Property Frontiers – added that France will continue to be a popular location for British citizens looking to move abroad, due to its close proximity to the UK as well as the low costs and multiple ways of getting there.

If you are considering a move abroad and are seeking help from an international removals company, then why not speak to Robinsons today.

Here are a few top tips for a successful move abroad;

Passports and Permissions

Make sure that your passport is up to date and that you have visas and permissions in place to enter the country that you are planning to move too. EU citizens shouldn’t have to worry too much about visas and passports because of the free movement act within the EU; however if you are relocating from the UK to the US or Australia you will need permission to live in the country and need to have a passport that is valid for at lease 12 months.

Changing Residence Status

One of the biggest and most important hurdles when relocating abroad is giving up residency in the old home country and establishing residency in the new country. Inform tax offices of departure and arrival and make sure you are aware of the formalities involved in changing residency or you could face a few fines along the way.

Stay Healthy

You may be moving to a country whereby certain inoculations may be required before the departure. Find out about health insurance plans and the health system that is available overseas. It may be necessary to take out private health care cover and keep money aside in  case of future health requirements.

Keep in pocket

Moving abroad can be expensive. With removals costs, travelling to your new home, finding a home etc etc, so it is important that you keep on top of costs to establish a removal budget to stop expensive spiraling out of control. Open a bank account abroad and take credit references from credit card and banks back home to establish your credit rating overseas. It might be a good idea to leave a bank account open if you ever decide to return home.

Pets

Some countries accept the PETS travel scheme and some don’t. Find out about the requirements, inoculations, quarantine, and the cost associated with moving your pet abroad at least eight months before the departure.

To find out more tips on moving abroad, come back to our Robinsons blog on Monday to see how our helpful tips can save you time and money.