If you are moving to a new city for work or just looking for a quick vacation getaway, you need to be aware of a potential danger: real estate scams. Scammers are waiting to take advantage of you, especially if you are a newcomer to the area and don't have anyone to trust. Here is what you need to know about real estate scams and how you can avoid becoming a victim of financial fraud.

Moving overseas provides a multitude of benefits for families who are brave enough to take the plunge. However, it is not without its challenges. Here are a some tips to find a place to live as an expat.

Instead of sleeping in a hostel or signing an extended lease, you may be looking for short-term housing when you first move abroad.

You've heard all the advice about how to buy property: Buy in a great location, understand market comps and negotiate a favorable price. And all of these are good, solid ideas. But this article is not about buying property in a familiar market, it’s about buying international property in a foreign country, where things are more, well, foreign.