5 Ways to Simplify Your Migration to Australia

Australia is a regular poll-topper of the best countries to live in across the world. So if you’ve been thinking of joining the thousands of people who flock to the country to revel in its glorious sunny weather, you’re certainly not alone.

Although migrating to the great outback might seem like a momentous task, there are some very simple things you can do which – if implemented correctly – will make the process so much simpler. Here are the 5 things we think will help the most.
 
 

5 – Living Space
Choosing whether to rent or to buy a property in Australia is just as difficult as it is anywhere else in the world, with similar things to consider. Australia is emerging from the housing crash which sent the world into recession, so now could be a good time to buy. Choosing a mortgage broker like Capital Fortune will help you secure the best possible deal. Conversely, renting means you won’t need to pay a mortgage deposit, and is simpler to organise.

 
4 – International Removals
One of the most stressful aspects of migrating anywhere is the process of transferring your entire life’s possessions to a new country. This might seem a daunting task, particularly if you’re looking to save money by packing everything yourself. However, if you can afford to spend a little bit to lower your stress levels, there are international removal services which will pack your things for you and transfer everything efficiently.

3 – Tell the Government
One of the things many people forget when they migrate is to tell the government that they are moving. In the UK, for example, if you migrate or retire abroad you might be entitled to a tax rebate, so filling out the correct tax forms could bring in money you didn’t even know you had.

2 – Take Advantage of the Weather
One of the simultaneous best and worst things about Australia is the weather. Christmas on the beach might sound appealing, but the raging summer fires and heavy storms can sometimes counteract the positives. You should use this knowledge to plan your move to coincide with good weather. This makes a UK winter removal more of an attractive proposition than it otherwise would be, as it will not only be warm and sunny when you arrive in Australia, but it might also be cheaper to move in the UK winter, too. A win-win situation.

1 – Technology
A disadvantage to moving to Australia is that it is – obviously – half way around the world. While you’re trying to concentrate on moving, the thought of not seeing your friends and family for long stretches of time might seem unappealing, but you can use technology to make the transition much less daunting. Communications services like Skype are free and enable you to talk to the people you miss for as long as you like, so there’s really no need to worry. Plus, internet speeds in Australia are fast, so you can really make the most of them.

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