Have you checked out the euro/USD exchange rate lately? The euro is tanking and as I’m writing this on July…
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What currency does France use? MUST-KNOW money tips for Paris!
Are you almost ready for your vacation and curious about what currency is used in France? Or what denominations French…
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How does Transferwise work? Why you NEED to be using it!
No one likes losing money, but when you live abroad and need to transfer your money between currencies, you face…
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French banking system oddities
French banking is very different from what I was used to in the USA. It’s less flexible, less convenient, and…
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How to open a French bank account as an American
If you’re wondering how to open a French bank account as an American, you’ll want to read on. It’s not as difficult as you may think! Here’s my experience along with a few tips.
Things the French would never pay for (especially #2)
At first glance, the French and Americans seem similar enough. People of both nationalities eat, sleep, work, vacation, drink, smoke. But how do we spend money? Differently. Here are 5 things the French would never pay for.
4 Things that are ridiculously expensive in France
The longer you live in France, the more you’ll realize that certain things are crazy expensive here. My mind is…
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We found a house in France, but there’s a problem
Indecisiveness can be crippling, and right now, we’re feeling pretty crippled. If you’ve been reading my blog the past couple…
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Cost of living in France: French prices for everyday things
From designers like Louis Vuitton to expensive restaurants to regal castles, images you associate with France don’t exactly scream cheap….
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