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Ruth Benny, Founder of Top Schools HK

Ruth, what inspired you to set up Top Schools HK? I saw a need! I saw parents stressing about getting their kids into kindergartens and primary schools and no-one to turn to for help. The system is very complicated and

Trends in the Singapore Job Market

According to the Singapore Workforce 2012 report compiled by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), the employment rate in the island city hit a new high in 2012, driven by strong job vacancy growth and a greater number of women and

Domestic Help for Expats in Hong Kong

Many expats arrive in Hong Kong without ever having had domestic help—especially live-in. And they’ve never held the role of private employer, so they aren’t aware of their legal obligations as employers. While there are many differences of opinion about

2013 US Tax Changes and Investment Strategy for Americans Abroad

by David Kuenzi, CFP®, Thun Financial Advisors 2013 ushers in a series of substantial tax increases for all American taxpayers. These changes alter the landscape for efficient investment management and financial planning. Investors seeking to maximize long-term investment returns must

Finding The Singapore District That Suits Your Needs

Singapore is divided into 28 districts and the Central Business District is located within the central south area. While Singapore is a relatively small city, which means moving from one end to another probably takes a maximum of 2 hours,

How to Choose a School in Hong Kong

For a family considering a move to Hong Kong, finding an appropriate school for your children has to be top of mind. Since most expat children will not arrive with Mandarin or Cantonese language skills, they will likely join the

Expat Salaries in Singapore – A Basic Primer

When moving to Singapore, it’s always helpful have an idea of the salary benchmark for your industry, job function and years of experience so that you know your worth in the labour market. This information can provide you with a

Angie O’Brien, Co Founder of PetRelocation

Angie, what inspired you and your husband to set up PetRelocation? My husband Kevin and I moved to Austin from San Francisco back in 2000, and after starting a small pet taxiing business I saw the potential for incredible growth