What’s an offshore account? A step-by-step guide to banking internationally
Offshore bank accounts used to get a bad rap, but in fact, they’re regular bank accounts — just located outside your home country. Learn what an offshore account is and how to open one.
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The ECB’s key interest rate: what it is and how it affects you
Since July 2022 the European Central Bank has raised its key interest rate. But what exactly is it? Read on to learn how it works and what the changes might mean for you.
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Your guide to understanding the policy rate in France
Let’s unpack the taux directeur—aka the policy rate. Understand how it affects your daily life in France with this simple guide.
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Banking Basics: EU banking rules and regulations
In this Banking Basics, we take a closer look at the rules and regulations that keep your money safe.
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Banking Basics: getting started
We’re here to demystify all things banking-related. Read our guide to take a closer look at the basics of your account.
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What is Euribor and how does it affect you?
The European interbank interest rate—or Euribor—impacts everything from your savings account to mortgage rates. Learn more about its impacts in this article.
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What’s the difference between salary and hourly pay?
Trying to decide how you want to be paid? Weigh up the pros and cons to decide what’s best for you.
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What is it, really? How is it calculated? Learn about the different elements and compare annual salary to hourly rate.
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What is shrinkflation? How to avoid paying more for less
Milka bars have been getting smaller, but cost the same. And there’s a word for that: shrinkflation. We’ll help you understand this phenomenon, and what you can do to avoid paying more for less.
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Stagflation Explained: From Stocks to Real Estate
When is an economy at risk of stagflation? And what does that mean exactly? Here, find out what the term means, the consequences of stagflation, and why some might even benefit from it.
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How long does a transfer take?
The SEPA initiative makes it easier to send euros between bank accounts, but transfers don’t always happen overnight.
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Credit, debit, and prepaid cards—what’s the difference?
You use them every day but what is the difference, actually? Let’s get to the heart of the matter so you can decide what’s best for you.
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What’s the difference between gross pay and net pay?
Understand the difference between gross vs. net salary and learn what it means for your salary.
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