What will a currency specialist offer me that my bank wont?
Besides the competitive rates and lower transfer fees, a currency specialist will offer a more personal service. Clients usually deal with a dedicated Account Manager, who is trained to help guide you through the currency markets. There are many different ways of buying your currency, ranging from small regular payment plans (i.e. for paying a mortgage with funds from the UK) through to forward transactions (where you can fix a rate for up to two years). For more information, see Foreign Exchange the basics (Currency exchange options which save you money).