Guides

We have crafted a range of compact and easily digestible guides for you to read covering a range of relevant payments, money transfer and FX subjects.

In these guides, solutions to changing FX trends and global trade are answered, enabling business teams to enhance or further develop business plans. Regardless of your business type, we have a guide for you to read to help with how your organisation manages your money and payments.

WorldFirst’s Guide to Investing Overseas

Niki Sehmbi11th September 2020

Whether you’re looking to make and receive payments in different currencies that derive from shares or investments, or simply looking for more information before you "dip your toe in the water", we hope you enjoy the second instalment of our new send... Read More >

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The Changing eCommerce Landscape: Winning and Losing Niches (and what to do if you’re in one)

Niki Sehmbi3rd September 2020

Remember when pet products were the best-kept secret in eCommerce? Nor do we. "Which niche should I go into?" is the million-dollar question if you're an eCommerce seller. If only it were that simple. It's often said that the only constan... Read More >

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WorldFirst’s currency guide to buying or selling a property in Europe: what do you need to know?

Niki Sehmbi17th August 2020

As Britain bounces back from the quarantine lockdown, there is clearly a collective interest in fulfilling delayed plans and making the most of our available opportunities. As international payment experts, we’ve helped thousands of people fulfil the... Read More >

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Amazon Sponsored Advertising – How to Optimise Your Way to a Profitable Q4

erinhoye6th August 2020

The days of the "gut feel" are gone. In the 21st century, businesses that succeed do so by leveraging data. The wisdom of being data-driven A data-driven approach to business isn't just a nice-to-have. It's a means of recognising—and surmounting... Read More >

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House Buyer’s Guide to Australia

Rickardo Beckles-Burrowes3rd August 2020

Read our series of guides for some useful insights into buying the home of your dreams in Australia. Australia is a popular destination for British ex-pats looking to start a new life in warmer climates. However, there’s a range of logistical, legal... Read More >

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Amazon’s EFN And Pan-European FBA Programmes to End for UK Sellers: Everything You Need to Know

erinhoye23rd July 2020

Amazon's recent Brexit announcement is game-changing news. Finally, the bombshell announcement has answered many sellers' questions—and fears—about what Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA) is going to look like in a post-Brexit world. The changes are si... Read More >

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Limited shipments, unlimited opportunity: How to handle Amazon’s FBA restrictions

Niki Sehmbi5th May 2020

Amazon is a strange place to be right now. We're currently living through the biggest event in eCommerce history - perhaps even in history itself. When even Jeff Bezos is struggling to adapt, you know it's bad . The tidal wave of changes brought a... Read More >

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How to retire in Australia

Niki Sehmbi12th February 2019

If retirement is on the horizon, Australia may well look like a seductive choice to many aspiring migrants. A world-class healthcare system, a sunny climate and a laid back lifestyle all contribute to a long life expectancy. According to the Melbourn... Read More >

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How to conquer Amazon abroad

Niki Sehmbi4th February 2019

Online retailers nowadays are blessed with a wide range of domestic and international marketplaces. Out of those the biggest e-commerce platform is Amazon with over 310 million active customers. With its unified interface as well as services such as ... Read More >

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Tips for tackling Christmas cashflow challenges- Guest blog from Funding Options

Renny Popoola11th December 2017

Christmas is almost here! It’s the time of the year to sit back, relax, and escape from stress. That’s not the case for everyone though — while many businesses have a shutdown period, most retailers and wholesalers have to up their game at Christmas.... Read More >

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