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EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 25 MIN

How We’re Funding Our First Year in the UK (After Moving from the US)

from How Great is Britain · host How Great is Britain

Six months ago we moved our family from the United States to the United Kingdom — with two little girls, two dogs, and no jobs waiting for us when we arrived.So how are we actually paying for it?In this episode we’re sharing the financial strategy that made the move possible, how we prepared before leaving the US, and the plan we’re using to support our family during our first year living in the UK.Moving countries isn’t just plane tickets and suitcases. There's a lot more to it than that.This is the honest story of how we’re funding our first year abroad — and the thinking behind the choices we made.If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to move your life across the world, this episode is for you.Thanks for watching!Gemma and BrettJoin us on our website to keep up to date with all our goings on! With links to TikTok, Instagram, and more: www.HowGreatIsBritain.comEmail: [email protected] We Used for Our US → UK Move  We’ve put together a full list of the pet travel items, packing supplies, and arrival essentials that made our move smoother:  https://howgreatisbritain.com(The website page contains affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you choose to purchase — at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we’ve genuinely used and loved.)#MovingToUK #AmericanInUK #ExpatLife #LivingInTheUK #MovingAbroad

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