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A guide to doing gaffe-free business here.

Belgium country factbook

Includes geography, people, government, economy and transnational issues.

Student accommodation in Belgium

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50 years on, Asterix still holding out

Heroic Gauls celebrate their half century.

The not-so-secret recipe for Belgian frites

Kimberley uncovers the sacred rituals of Frite Almighty.

How to repatriate successfully

Tips for managing a successful relocation back home.

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19/05/2009 Longer copyrights boost rock and roll pensions

Rock and rollers from the 1960s would have rather died than grow old. But that didn't always happen. A controversial extension of copyrights...

17/02/2009 Expert tips: Financial planning

Expatica financial expert Craig Welsh offers five tips on how to manage your finances effectively, especially if your life and work involves...

17/02/2009 How changes to UK pension law can benefit expats

http://panel.expatica.com/img/draw.png Recent changes to UK pension legislation means that many expats can benefit from much greater flexibility at retirement using Qualifying Recognised...

24/11/2008 The bubble’s burst but don’t panic

With financial markets at a 16-month low, should you now be thinking of taking advantage? Our financial advisor looks at the options during a...

30/06/2008 Social security

Joining the Belgian social security system is bureaucratic, but not difficult. Here is a brief guide to everything - from contributions to payouts.

03/06/2008 Insurance in Belgium

Health, home and car insurance, here is our comprehensive guide to good coverage in Belgium.

18/03/2008 7 steps to financial independence

Most people don’t have the time, inclination or understanding to give their personal finances the attention they deserve. Natasha Abudarham...

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