12 Signs You’re Secretly British 🇬🇧 (Even If You Live in America)
You can move 5,000 miles from Britain, change your address, learn to drive on the other side of the road and get used to saying “sidewalk” instead of “pavement”… But some things never leave you. You will still judge tea by the quality of the brew. You’ll still look for the nearest kettle. You’ll still say “cheers” when an American says “you’re welcome.” And somewhere in your kitchen, there is probably a jar of Marmite. After living in America for more than 15 years, I’ve realised there are certain very British habits, foods and little comforts that I simply haven’t been able to give up.
Wise vs Traditional Banks for Sending Money from the UK to the USA (2026 Guide)
Comparing Wise vs traditional banks for UK to USA money transfers? Learn about fees, exchange rates, and speed in this 2026 guide for expats moving to America.
How to Start Building Credit in the US (2026 Guide for UK Expats)
Learn how to start building credit in the US as a UK expat, including secured credit cards, banking tips, and how to establish financial history after moving to America.
How to Open a US Bank Account as a Non-Resident (2026 Guide)
Learn how to open a US bank account as a non-resident in 2026, including required documents, expat-friendly banks, and the best way to transfer money from the UK to the USA.
🇬🇧➡️🇺🇸 Amazon Essentials Every Brit Moving to the USA Needs (2026 Guide)
Moving to the USA from the UK? Discover the best affordable Amazon Haul essentials under $20 for travel, packing, first apartments, and expat life in America.
Health Insurance for Brits Moving to the USA: What You Need to Know (2026 Guide)
Moving to America? Don’t Overlook Health Insurance 🇬🇧➡️🇺🇸 Moving from the UK to the USA involves a long list of things to organise: visas, flights, accommodation, banking, schools and getting your new life started. But there’s one important consideration that deserves attention before you arrive: health insurance. If you’ve grown up using the NHS, navigating […]
🇬🇧🇺🇸 100+ British Essentials You Can Buy in the USA (2026 Guide)
Missing your favourite British foods, drinks and everyday essentials since moving to America? You’re definitely not alone. One of the surprising things about moving from the UK to the USA is how much you miss the little things — your favourite tea, the chocolate you grew up with, proper biscuits, Marmite, Bisto and all those […]
🇬🇧➡️🇺🇸 Best Ways to Transfer Money from the UK to the USA (2026 Guide)
Moving money from pounds to dollars? Don’t choose a transfer service based on the advertised fee alone. When you’re moving money from pounds to dollars, the fee you see isn’t the whole story. A transfer service can advertise a low fee but still leave you with fewer US dollars if it uses a less favorable […]
🇺🇸 Life in the USA: Culture, Healthcare & Daily Life for Brits
Moving to America is exciting—but once the paperwork is done and the flights are booked, real life begins. And that’s where the biggest surprises usually happen. From cultural differences to navigating healthcare and adjusting to everyday routines, here’s what life in the USA actually looks like for Brits—and how to settle in faster. 🛠️ Essential […]