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An Introduction to Foreign Currency Exchange  

When buying of a home overseas you will almost inevitably require

you to pay for the property in local currency – often in several stages.  If you’re based in the UK, this will require you to initiate a currency exchange transaction from Pounds Sterling into the foreign currency. 

It’s important to choose the right time to convert your funds to the new currency because if you don’t pick the ideal exchange rate, your property could cost you more than you expected.

In the past most people would turn to the banks to obtain their exchange rate and buy or sell their currency. 

However, in recent years highly specialised currency companies such as Currency Index have infiltrated the banks’ monopoly on the supply of currency services and are now delivering more competitive exchange rates, a more personalised service and faster transfer times than the banks are able or willing to offer.  Not surprisingly savvy overseas property buyers are now turning to these companies in ever greater numbers.

Currency Index is one such specialist foreign exchange company, combining market knowledge, a personal and friendly service, and multiple commercial sources of currency to ensure they secure the best possible deals for you.  Their professionalism ensures you derive the maximum benefit from all your currency transactions with the minimum of hassle.

 

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Many foreign currency dealers allocate clients a dedicated currency dealer who will offer a very personal service specifically tailored to their needs. Your personal currency dealer will be proactive in monitoring overseas currency movements for you. They will explain currency options in plain English and will help you choose the best type of transaction and the best time to trade.

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You will save money using a specialist money-exchange broker. Foreign currency brokers will help you get the most from foreign exchange rates when buying overseas property or transferring money abroad. Foreign currency exchange & large transactions

A common mistake is not to research the currency market , adverse swings in the foreign exchange rates can wipe any gains made during on the sale of the overseas property.

The advantage you gain can save you thousands

Currency brokers can book good exchange rates for long periods in advance therefore protecting the overseas buyer from the uncertainty of the currency markets. Exchange rates change constantly and 10% fluctuations in a relatively short space of time are not uncommon. This could effectively increase, by 10% or more, the sterling amount that you will have to pay .There are various organisations that can convert your sterling into whichever currency you need.

 

Foreign Exchange Resources

Financial Services Authority The Financial Services Authority is the independent regulator set up by the Government to look after the financial services industry and protect consumers

The Financial Ombudsman Service The Financial Ombudsman Service provides consumers with a free, independent service for resolving disputes with financial firms.

CIPFA - The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) is the leading accountancy body for the public services providing education and training.

BBC NEWS | Business | Foreign Exchange SEARCH. BBC News UK Edition. You are in: Business: Foreign Exchange .FOREIGN EXCHANGE. © BBC,

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