Bloomberg had a segment on Health & Fitness programs recently called “Working it out.” It explored how corporate gym memberships and subsidies are on the rise, and quoted one CEO suggesting one way of keeping health benefits costs low is “don’t hire smokers!” Should physical health be the only indicator for determining premiums? Continue Reading »
Employee Health Benefits
Aug 22nd, 2010 by Doris
UK Immigration Policy & Russian Customs Changes
Aug 19th, 2010 by Doris
Dear Readers – since we’ve looked at US changes in our last post, here’s a quick note and a couple of links to more information on changed immigration policies of the UK, and customs taxes in Russia. Continue Reading »
US Expat Working Visa Fees Increase
Aug 17th, 2010 by Doris
Were you thinking about coming over to the US on an H-1B or L Visa in the near future? The process just got more expensive. Continue Reading »
Expat holidays
Aug 12th, 2010 by Doris
Planning your relocation can hit significant snags when you least expect them. Right now is one of those periods: many Europeans are on vacation, taking usually at least two weeks off at a time – a concept that is pretty much unheard of in the USA and therefore not anticipated. Continue Reading »
Overcoming family concerns in relocation
Jul 23rd, 2010 by Doris
They are the number one challenge cited at every stage of an international move. Will adequate schooling be available for the kids? What about your spouse’s career? What if you can’t seem to adjust to the new life? Continue Reading »
