Francine Carrel

Francine Carrel

Francine Carrel is a writer and editor who found a niche in international law and property, having dabbled in several other subjects – including, to John and Janie Howell’s approval, Land Rovers. She has worked with the Howells for over six years, first as a journalist on a business-to-business property magazine and then as part of the founding team of Guides.Global (which spawned Law Overseas).

Contact

(Contact for editorial queries or suggestions, news tips and any corrections).

Email:
francine.carrel@guidesglobal.com

Telephone:
Main: +44 (0) 1284 719964
Mobile: +44 (0) 7899 688 064

Outside of work

British (Jersey-born). Born 1991. Married. No children.

Francine also writes in her spare time: mainly short fiction, poetry and articles about mental health. She enjoys reading, gardening and video games. She is somewhat involved in local politics.

CV/Resumé

Jan 2015-CURRENT: Assistant Editor, Guides.Global and LawOverseas.com

LawOverseas.com (the child company of Guides.Global) produces online written and video guides about all aspects of living, working and doing business abroad. Guides.Global publishes books about the same.

Francine writes, edits, video edits and occasionally does some graphic design.

2012-2014: International Property Reporter, OPP

‘Overseas Property Professionals’. A business-to-business magazine and news website, specialising in the intricacies of the global property market and how best to navigate them as an industry professional.

Writing business-to-business international property news and features – for print and online. Sub-editing and proof-reading articles. Editing marketing copy.

2008-2012: Travel & Freelance

Various hospitality jobs in various places – the usual ‘teenager finding herself’ stuff. Plus some freelance business writing.

2007-2008: Editorial Assistant, Land Rover Monthly

A magazine for Land Rover enthusiasts.

Writing, sub-editing, proofreading.

Recent posts by Francine

Israel: Facts & Figures

Introduction to Israel Israel’s borders are not internationally recognised. Its population is therefore disputed. Foreign relations are a minefield. Israel's ...
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Adelaide

Which type of lawyer? Lawyers come in different types. A superb business lawyer will probably not be the right person ...
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Don’t panic – investors aren’t! (Property Investor Show 2018)

Is global uncertainty affecting the foreign investment market? Yes. Has it extinguished the desire for overseas property? Certainly not ...
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World Mental Health Day 2018 – what do expats need to know?

When examining healthcare around the world, it's easy to focus on the most visible problems. What happens if you break ...
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Health Insurance for People Moving Abroad

Health insurance is vital if you are moving to a country with a private healthcare system - and often even ...
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Insurance for People Travelling Abroad

Travel insurance is very important. It is human nature to think that everything will be fine, as it has been ...
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Voting & Politics in Spain

Spanish politics is a complex and fractious subject. You'll learn more about the average Spaniard's views by sitting in a ...
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Opening a Bar in Another Country

The reality often turns out very differently. Hard work. Crippling losses. No spare time. Descent into alcoholism. Sorry to sound ...
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Human Development: the Development of Nations

Human development, as set out by the United Nations, comprises three core areas: leading a long and healthy life, receiving ...
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Global Healthcare

This guide deals with the thorny and very topical question of global healthcare for expats. Whether you are retiring to ...
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Global Crime, Justice & Corruption

Of the great many factors you need to take into account when moving to another country, crime and justice are ...
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Sex & Sexuality in Spain

This guide is about sex and sexuality in Spain. It covers issues like the age of consent, and LGBT rights ...
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Education in Spain

Education in Spain is often very good, but can sometimes leave a lot to be desired. Whether your child receives ...
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Driving in Spain

Every year, hundreds of thousands of foreigners drive in Spain. Many worry about it before they do it for the ...
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The United States of America – Facts & Figures

The United States is a young country, but it is unarguably one of the most powerful and most influential ...
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