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At least 23% of British expats are considering selling a UK property due to current cost of living crisis: Experts for Expats reports
LONDON, June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Experts for Expats’ recent cost of living survey has revealed that 23% of people living abroad are considering selling their UK property as a result of the ongoing cost of living crisis.
The survey, which was conducted at the end of 2022, asked 200 people with UK connections how the ongoing cost of living crisis was affecting their immediate and future plans.
Of the people considering selling a property in the UK, 72% of them are also receiving an income from UK property and 67% are now looking to use the equity to support their retirement.
In addition to expats’ plans to sell one or more UK properties, the survey also revealed that nearly 90% of expats aren’t using currency exchange services to transfer their UK income abroad. This is despite 22% of people living abroad receiving £50k or more per year from UK sources, leaving them exposed to bank charges and continuously fluctuating exchange rates.
While leaving money in the UK can ensure expats aren’t exposed to fluctuating exchange rates in quite the same way, 9% of people receive their UK income in foreign bank accounts meaning they are exposed to both bank charges and the currency exchange rate of the day.
Almost half of all people surveyed say that they have been negatively impacted by the devaluation of GBP since the Brexit vote in 2016 and the significant devaluation of GBP in autumn 2022.
To put the impact of currency exchange rates into context, in 2022, the exchange rate between GBP and EUR fluctuated between 1.21 and 1.08. Therefore, selling a property for £250,000 could result in a difference of €32,500.
Max Huseyin, Senior Account Manager at Moneycorp, emphasised the importance of getting expert financial help saying “It’s imperative to seek advice about currency exchange whether your transferring regular smaller sums or much larger amounts, such as when buying or selling a property. Transferring funds from bank to bank leaves you exposed to bank charges, which can cost up to £450 per year, as well as exchange rate fluctuations costing potentially thousands of pounds.
“Currency exchange companies can not only offer expertise and guidance, but also offer a range of tools and services – for example, setting a forward contract which locks in the rate for two years or sourcing the competitive exchange rates from our panel of 16 liquidity providers – which can help you mitigate damaging economic situations out of your control.”
Selling a UK residential property while living abroad can also attract capital gains tax, even if you are a non-resident. The Experts for Expats survey also highlighted that 61% of people aren’t aware that capital gains tax may be due or that a non-resident capital gains tax return must be filed.
For Jamie Favell, Partner at Tax Advisory Partnership, this is a far too common scenario. He says: “Lots of expats sell their properties and become aware of their non-resident capital gains tax obligations too late, incurring late filing penalties and facing unexpected tax liabilities.”
“This situation seems to be more common for people who left the UK and moved abroad before 2015 when the new non-resident CGT rules were introduced, and they simply weren’t aware of the change and have not been made aware of the changes by their solicitor or estate agent.”
“Expats also need to be careful to ensure they are reporting the sale of their UK property correctly in their country of residence, to avoid further problems there too. If there is tax payable locally, then they may be able to claim a credit for any UK tax payable reducing the overall tax due.”
This is particularly relevant for people selling a UK property as the tax deduction will not only hit their equity, but any tax due has to be reported and paid to HMRC within 60 days of completion.
Robert Hallums, Founder of Experts for Expats, is concerned that expats are making decisions which could exacerbate the cost of living crisis even further. He says: “The results of the survey are deeply concerning. It’s simply not enough to hope that selling a UK residential property is the same as when you live in the UK as when you live abroad.”
“There are so many potential factors to consider that you must seek advice from specialists to ensure the sale not only goes smoothly, but also maximise your income and eliminate unnecessary costs – especially if you are planning to use the funds to re-invest or support your retirement.”
To download the full report, please visit: https://www.expertsforexpats.com/expat-resources/spotlight-on/british-expats-cost-of-living/
Experts for Expats is a unique online service which provides free introductions for people around the world looking for help with complex, multijurisdictional financial matters. Since launching in 2012, we’ve built an extensive network of trusted professionals who share our values of integrity and honesty and who provide a range of specialist expat services, including tax, currency exchange, wealth management, insurance and mortgages.
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DUBAI, UAE, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, celebrates financial innovation with the Bybit USDT Festival in a series of events catering to diverse users. From Bybit Card holders to trading pros, Bybit users and community members are sharing over 1.5 million USDT in prizes through various rewards programs.
Festival Highlights
- USDT Derivatives Trading Challenge
Half a million USDT await qualified traders in USDT options and futures at the 500K USDT Derivatives Trading Challenge from now to Mar. 31, 2025. Participants will receive USDT bonuses based on their contributions to the total trading volume, regardless of profit and loss percentage. This inclusive structure allows both individual and institutional traders to earn additional rewards from the 500K USDT prize pool alongside their trading profits.
- Spending Smart with the Bybit Card
As part of the USDT Festival, the Bybit Card will activate a limited-time offer for eligible new users. In addition to the 10% cashback exclusive offer for newcomers, successful new applicants will also gain an instant 10 USDT cashback by simply signing up and spending at least 200 USDT or its equivalent. Between Mar. 10 and Mar. 31, 2025, users can maximize their rewards by setting USDT as the default cashback option for future transactions.
- Bybit Learn: Read-to-Earn USDT Festival Special
Bybit users will be able to take advantage of Bybit Learn’s Read-to-Earn program and enroll in USDT-themed courses for Bybit Earn and Bybit P2P for extra rewards. Starting this March, Bybit Learn will set aside an additional 20,000 USDT for eligible participants.
- Social and Community Giveaway
Bybit fans on official social media and Telegram channels are in for surprises in mini interactive giveaways with 40,000 USDT in prizes throughout March.
- All-Things USDT at Bybit: USDT Festival Livestream
To find out all about the USDT-related benefits and programs at Bybit this spring, users may watch the replay of the USDT Festival livestream featuring speakers from Bybit’s product team, wealth management unit, VIP team, and Bybit Card. Designed to empower traders with expert insights and exclusive opportunities, the livestream was a deep dive into advanced USDT trading strategies, market trends, and an overview of the exclusive perks and competition mechanisms of the USDT Festival.
- TradeMasters Grand Prix 2025 Series 1
High-stake traders have concluded the USDT-themed March TradeMasters Grand Prix in its first instalment of 2025, dividing up a 1 million USDT prize pool.
“The USDT Festival represents our commitment to educating and empowering traders in the dynamic cryptocurrency market,” says Joan Han, Sales and Marketing Director at Bybit. “Stablecoins are facilitating financial opportunities for millions of people and businesses around the world, achieving instant finality and unparalleled cost efficiency. USDT’s utility is its strength, and we are supporting our users in seeking opportunities in the stablecoin ecosystem through Bybit’s powerful platform and offerings,” she said.
USDT is a leading stablecoin that has maintained a $1 peg to the US dollar since its launch in 2014. With a market capitalization exceeding $140 billion at the time of writing, USDT is the most widely traded stablecoin and plays a critical role in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. USDT’s deep liquidity makes it a bridge between fiat currencies and digital assets, enabling seamless transactions and trading within the decentralized finance (DeFi) space.
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About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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Blockchain Press Releases
AB DAO Accelerates Global Expansion: Now AB Listed on BitMart & HTX AMA to Explore the Future of Web3
SINGAPORE, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AB DAO announced today that $AB has been officially listed on BitMart (bitmart.com). Next, $AB will soon be listed on Lbank (lbank.com) and Biconomy (biconomy.com), further enhancing global liquidity and ecosystem influence.
At the same time, AB DAO has been invited to participate in HTX AMA, discussing AB public chain technology innovation, Real-World Asset (RWA) integration, and Web3 ecosystem development prospects.
BitMart $AB Trading Details
Trading Pair: AB/USDT
Deposit Opening: March 12, 2025, 17:00 (UTC+8)
Trading Opening: March 13, 2025, 17:00 (UTC+8)
Withdrawal Opening: March 14, 2025, 17:00 (UTC+8)
BitMart Official Announcement:
https://bitmart.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/34819457308187
HTX AMA: AB Public Chain and the Future of Community Governance
As part of its global expansion, AB DAO has been invited to join the HTX AMA to explore key topics such as Layer-1 blockchain competitiveness, AB’s innovations in Real-World Assets (RWA), cross-chain interoperability, and DAO governance models.
Event Time: March 13, 2025, 20:00 (UTC+8)
AMA Topic: AB Public Chain: Unlocking the Future of Community Governance
AMA Details & Participation Link:
https://www.htx.com/en-us/live/detail/h5?id=67746&invite_code=sbs66223&inviter_id=11351630
AB DAO Global Ecosystem Continues to Expand
$AB is now available on the following exchanges:
Bitget (bitget.com)
HTX (htx.com)
MEXC (mexc.com)
BingX (bingx.com)
BitMart (bitmart.com)
Hotcoin (hotcoin.com)
UEEx (ueex.com)
4E (eeee.com)
Coming Soon:
Lbank (lbank.com)
Biconomy (biconomy.com)
The listing of $AB on BitMart marks another major step in AB DAO’s global expansion strategy. In the coming months, AB will continue listing on more exchanges, expanding its ecosystem use cases and accelerating worldwide adoption.
AB DAO’s Goal: 100 Million $AB Holders
Stay Updated with AB DAO
Official Website: https://ab.org
Telegram Global Community: https://t.me/Newtonproject
Telegram Chinese Community: http://t.me/ABgonglian
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Blockchain Press Releases
BingX Welcomes DeepLink Protocol to Launchpool, Offering 6,666,667 DLC Tokens for Staking
PANAMA CITY, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BingX, a global leading cryptocurrency exchange, introduced DeepLink Protocol ($DLC) to its Launchpool, offering its users access to decentralized cloud gaming experience powered by AI and blockchain technology. The staking pools will open from March 14th for 4 days with a total allocation of 6,666,667 DLC tokens. This collaboration aims to accelerate the growth of the web3 gaming ecosystem by supporting the AI, DePIN and decentralized computing industry with cloud-based infrastructure.
Designed for applications like cloud esports, AAA gaming, and remote gaming setups, DeepLink Protocol is transforming cloud gaming on any device by integrating AI Agents, DePIN, decentralized GPU computing, and ultra-low latency cloud rendering into a seamless ecosystem. Supporting 8K visuals and a 1-millisecond response time, it delivers a seamless experience for over 2.7 million users across 120 countries.
Bringing DeepLink Protocol to BingX Launchpool enhances the platform’s value proposition by introducing a new dimension of blockchain-powered gaming. This integration enables BingX users to benefit from DeepLink’s innovative ecosystem at no cost while reinforcing the platform’s position at the forefront of Web3 advancements.
“At BingX, we are committed to connecting our users with the most promising innovations in the Web3 space,” said Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer of BingX. “DeepLink Protocol represents a game-changing evolution. Through this Launchpool, we empower our users to access and benefit from emerging blockchain ecosystems while reinforcing BingX as a gateway to the future of decentralized applications.”
This Launchpool event gives users the opportunity to easily engage with DeepLink Protocol before its spot trading goes live. This new integration provides early access to innovative blockchain projects while reinforcing BingX’s commitment to bridging decentralized technology with real-world applications.
About BingX
Founded in 2018, BingX is a leading crypto exchange, serving over 20 million users worldwide. BingX offers diversified products and services, including spot, derivatives, copy trading, and asset management – all designed for the evolving needs of users, from beginners to professionals. BingX is committed to providing a trustworthy platform that empowers users with innovative tools and features to elevate their trading proficiency. In 2024, BingX proudly became the official crypto exchange partner of Chelsea Football Club, marking an exciting debut in the world of sports.
For more information please visit: https://bingx.com/
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