Showing posts with label expat guide. Show all posts
Showing posts with label expat guide. Show all posts

Friday, 10 September 2010

Ordinary Life Insurance Policy Is Not Enough For Expats

Life or death is not a question of choice in fact how sooner or later it happens is the question of destiny. No one can predict when death will strike, that is why securing your future even at the time of death is of prime importance for the sake of your family members and your loved ones. Purchasing a life insurance doesn't mean just a good thought on investment or doing a favor to the financial market but it is one of the best ways of assuring your freedom even during unforeseen times. If you are an expat or planning on becoming one the necessity for procuring an expat insurance equals to the quest for the Holy Grail.

Availing a life insurance policy protects your future and frees you from financial liability you're your outstanding debts- mortgage, credit cards balances and other loans. Some plans also cover the part or whole of medication expenses incurred during your treatment from serious ailments or before the death. With a life insurance plan in hand, your family and children will not bear the brunt of unpaid taxes for your estates or properties and other settlement costs. All these sounds good! How about being away from your country and you meet the most unthinkable--death, untimely? A thought that run chills down your spine. Are you prepared for that? If not, then it is the right time to know where you fit.

In general, there are three types of personal life insurance namely- the Term Insurance, the Whole Life and the Universal Life depending upon the term of payment, benefits or features and the duration of policy. Taking an expat insurance is the best option for an expatriate before moving on to another country. The terms and conditions of your ordinary life insurance policy may invalidate the cover once you become an expat. Life insurance for international travel are formulated on the basis of the country you live in and the secondly the nationality you belong.

Insurance companies take into account various criteria like mortality and morbidity of the country in question. Then accordingly, they calculate your liability based on - place where you live, the work you do, your age and medical history. These factors allow them to come up with possible time of death and chances of contracting disease or other critical illnesses specific to the region of your migration. The morbidity and mortality while you are within your country is apprehensible however, the predictability for the same reduces when you are in a different country. And, this is the reason why most insurance companies refuse to take the risk when the insurer moves out the country unless you have an expat health insurance or an expat life insurance.

So, don't sit back on your ordinary insurance if you are planning on becoming an expatriate. overseas life insurance is the life-saver in foreseen times and place, secure your life with an expatriate insurance. Remember, Time and tide waits for no man, so why wait and put your life at greater risk.

Consult a professional qualified financial advisor for the most suitable coverage for you. Expat Global Medical is a leading expatriate insurance provider which specializes in delivering quality expat life insurance coverage at competitive prices and with great benefits.

Expat Global Medical is a leading expat health insurance providing health insurance to travelers around the world. We offer all kind of expat insurance services like overseas life insurance, expatriate medical insurance and much more.

Wednesday, 30 June 2010

Nigeria's Brain Gain - CNN Video

Nigerian expats repatriating to take advantage of opportunities in Nigeria and Africa's growth despite global economic downturn.



Monday, 7 June 2010

Club Expat: A Teenager’s Guide To Moving Overseas

There are few outcomes that can shatter a teenager’s world much more than a move abroad. Teenagers are in the phase of their lives where they're beginning to get settled. The teenage years are when people make the bonds that will last them a lifetime. They're taking their first few strides into life. Because of this, a move abroad will unquestionably produce dismissive responses from a teenager.

There are many works of fiction which recite tales of how a teenager grapples with this type of issue. These are engrossing to read and might assist teenagers with bites of advice, but ultimately, fiction won't actually constitute reality. There are also non-fiction books which try to give teenagers advice concerning the topic. Even so, these books are seldomly absorbing enough for teenagers to read. The style of writing might be tiresome. Authors of these books also frequently stress their high knowledge regarding such issues and, as a consequence, are shunned by teenagers today.

In Club Expat: A Teenager’s Guide to Moving Overseas, the authors evoke all of the good things that can be obtained in the 2 types of books, take out all of the faults, and emerge with a true gem that teenagers will enjoy. The book Club Expat: A Teenager’s Guide to Moving Overseas is partly biography and partly travel guide. As if this combination were not deadly enough, it's dotted with bites of wisdom that a teenager can really take to heart.

One thing that's really pleasing about this book is the fact that Club Expat: A Teenager’s Guide to Moving Overseas may be conceived as an allegory about life. It teaches teenagers how to genuinely gear up to front life and its challenges. The book tells the tale of the authors whilst giving quite a tour around the world and dealing out precious advice for teenagers.

They don't just recite the story from their perspective as many fiction books do. They pass on invaluable advice which can be applicable to every teenager who is gearing up to move abroad. This book will alter the views of many teenagers regarding moving abroad. From viewing moving abroad as an earthshaking event, they'll go on to see the move as an adventure. They'll view it as an opportunity to experience new things and meet new-sprung friends. They'll view it as an opportunity to experience varied cultures and visit new places.

Even if a teenager has no impending plans for moving, Club Expat: A Teenager’s Guide to Moving Overseas is still a cracking read. This is because of the fact that the authors wrote the book with a prose that's both humourous and flawless. The insights that they provide about life ensures individuals will be touched by every word. This jewel of a book will remain in the hearts of those who read it.

The best lesson that can be learned from this book is the lesson that no matter what life throws at you, you can adapt. There are certain things that you may not be able to do anything about so accepting changes and adapting to them can be the worthiest decision you'll make. That's the moral behind the book Club Expat: A Teenager’s Guide to Moving Overseas.

Friday, 28 May 2010

Expat Focus Announces New Guide To Moving Abroad

Expat Focus the website for anyone moving or living abroad, offers new guide to help expats meet the challenges of an international move.

Drawing on over six years of experience listening to the stories of those moving to another country, Expat Focus has released "The Expat Focus Guide to Moving Abroad," a 130+ page downloadable PDF file/e-book which aims to help readers avoid the most common problems encountered by new expatriates.

Rod Morris, founder of Expat Focus, explains, "Although it has never been easier to locate the information you need to start a new life abroad, most expats still fail to plan adequately for what is a truly life changing experience. From considering the reasons for going to another country, to building a social network at your destination, this new guide has been specifically written to save new expats time, money and stress."

The guide addresses all the main issues which anyone moving abroad must consider and contains a detailed and comprehensive checklist of over 200 items which should be acted upon both before after the move. In addition, the guide also contains an up-to-date list of the web's most useful resources for expats.

The following important subject areas are covered:

- Reasons For Moving Abroad
- Visas, Permits & Documents
- Financial & Legal Issues
- Health & Safety
- Travel & Transport
- Moving Your Belongings
- Accommodation
- Employment
- Taking Your Children
- Education
- Taking Your Pets
- Arrival
- Keeping In Touch
- Social Life & Leisure

Available for immediate download from the Expat Focus website, "The Expat Focus Guide to Moving Abroad" is priced at $19.95 and backed by a 3 month money back guarantee. For more information, including a free sample of the guide, go to http://www.expatfocus.com/moving-guide

Started in June 2000, Expat Focus (http://www.expatfocus.com) aims to make life easier for anyone moving or living abroad. The site offers country and city guides, articles, forums, an email discussion list, monthly newsletter, expert financial advice and more.