Currency - The Trump Impact: what to do to save money as an expat coming to Portugal

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Buying property in Portugal or moving abroad? Don't lose thousands to poor exchange rates! Currency expert Anthony Colocasidou from Currencies Direct reveals how expats can save big money on international money transfers, property purchases, and overseas living expenses.

Learn about forward contracts, limit orders, and other currency hedging tools that protect you from volatile exchange rates. With the Dollar-Euro experiencing 7% swings in 2025, understanding currency exchange strategies is crucial for anyone relocating to Portugal or Europe.

Discover why banks charge 4-7% margins while specialist currency brokers offer much better rates, plus get insider tips on timing your transfers and protecting your property purchase budget from currency fluctuations.

Takeaways

Dollar-Euro rates have moved 7% in 2025 alone due to tariff policies and economic uncertainty

Banks typically charge 4-7% margins on international transfers vs. specialist currency brokers

Forward contracts let you lock in exchange rates up to 12 months in advance for property purchases

Limit orders automatically execute transfers when your target exchange rate is reached

Early planning with currency experts can save thousands on Portugal property purchases

Regular transfer setups help expats manage ongoing living expenses and rental payments

Currency volatility makes professional guidance essential for large international transfers

Chapters

00:00 Currency Market Overview

02:59 Impact of Tariffs on Currency

05:53 Tools for Currency Exchange

09:04 Understanding Forward Contracts12:03 Strategies for Currency Transfers

14:55 Client Communication and Support

18:00 Navigating Currency Exchange with Currencies Direct

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