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Why are Expatriates paid differently to local people?
Most countries have a two tier Pay Market. The two distinct pay markets are typically an Expatriate Market and a Local Market. The Expatriate Market is largely determined by the origin of each Expatriate. It is quite normal to … Continue reading
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Austin Tex – Cost of Living
Austin is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Travis County. Austin is considered to be a major center for high tech. Thousands of graduates each year from the engineering and computer science programs at … Continue reading
Atlanta GA – Cost of Living
Atlanta is the capital and most populous city in the state of Georgia. Atlanta ranks third in the number of Fortune 500 companies, behind New York City, and Houston. Several major national and international companies are headquartered in Atlanta or … Continue reading
Anchorage AK – Cost of Living
Anchorage is a consolidated city-borough in the state of Alaska. Anchorage’s largest economic sectors include transportation, military, local and federal government, tourism, and resource extraction. Large portions of the local economy depend on Anchorage’s geographical location and surrounding natural resources. … Continue reading
Uruguay, Montevideo – Cost of Living
The economy is largely based on agriculture (making up 10% of GDP and the most substantial export) and the state sector. Uruguay’s economy relies heavily on trade, particularly in agricultural exports, leaving the country vulnerable to slumps in commodity prices. … Continue reading
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United Kingdom, London – Cost of Living
The economy of the United Kingdom is that of a major developed capitalist economy. The United Kingdom is one of the world’s most globalised countries. The British economy is made up of the economies of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern … Continue reading
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United Kingdom, Leeds – Cost of Living
The economy of the United Kingdom is that of a major developed capitalist economy. The United Kingdom is one of the world’s most globalised countries. The British economy is made up of the economies of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern … Continue reading
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United Kingdom, Glasgow – Cost of Living
The economy of the United Kingdom is that of a major developed capitalist economy. The United Kingdom is one of the world’s most globalised countries. The British economy is made up of the economies of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern … Continue reading
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United Kingdom, Birmingham – Cost of Living
The economy of the United Kingdom is that of a major developed capitalist economy. The United Kingdom is one of the world’s most globalised countries. The British economy is made up of the economies of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern … Continue reading
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Do Expatriates experience hardship?
Does an Expatriate and their family experience any hardship? First impressions can be misleading. Many Expatriates accept an overseas position with high expectations of a better quality life, luxury accommodation, and the excitement of new experiences. The reality is … Continue reading
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