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Buying property in Panama looks simple on paper, because foreigners can generally own property there, but the type of land right you buy decides everything. Titled property, a right of possession and a concession are three different things, and a listing does not always say which one you are looking at. Panama is not one of the five countries I know best, and I have not lived there, so this guide sets out...

Moving overseas from Australia looks simple on a good day: pick a country, book a flight, start again. In my experience the costly mistakes happen well before the flight, in decisions people make in the wrong order or skip altogether. I have moved countries five times, so I know how easy it is to get swept along by the excitement. A visa that does not match your plans, a budget built on a holiday, a home...

Moving to the UAE is one of the most common questions I hear from people who want a lower tax bill, year-round sunshine and a fast-growing international hub. The UAE government states that it does not levy income tax on individuals, and it charges 5 per cent value added tax on goods and services. That is a real draw, but it is only part of the picture. Housing is usually the biggest cost to price...