A Special Message from Matt & Bernadine: "From My Home To Yours has been running for 15 weeks straight, and you've been with us for the episodes in Australia, in Ireland AND on an aeroplane! We've come so far together, and we want to thank you for being with us on this journey. It is for this reason, we're going to take a "sos beag", or "a little break" from recording episodes for the next month. We're at the stage now that we'd like to live the Irish life a bit, and come back to you with mo...
Sep 03, 2023•11 min•Ep. 16
Work is starting, life in Ireland is starting to settle in - this week, Matt & Bernadine have taken a break from the advice and experiences of their move to address some listener questions! They've had a few Qs waiting in the wings and now is the perfect time to tackle them. Bernadine also puts Matt through his paces with a quiz on Irish phrases and what they mean - join the fun and play at home if you like! And a quick thanks for listening to the podcast so far! We'd love it if you could re...
Aug 27, 2023•59 min•Ep. 15
As you are thinking about your big move to Ireland (or anywhere, for that matter!) it's important to do as much as you can to prepare in anticipation of every aspect of your life in your destination country. This includes immigration requirements, preparing funds, tax implications, working visas... and that's just to get you started! Lucky for Ireland, the Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project is here to help! Crosscare Irish Diaspora Support Project is a non-profit organisation established i...
Aug 20, 2023•54 min•Ep. 14
Matt & Bernadine have finally moved into their home for the next year, and weren't thrilled at what they found on Day 1. In this episode they vent their woes of the current rental market in Ireland, share the "wobbles" of finally living what they've planned for so long, and coming to terms with returning home after so long. Topics discussed in this episode: Moving into the rental property Coming to terms with living "the plan" Region-locked apps on phones, and how to get around it Links &...
Aug 13, 2023•54 min•Ep. 13
Bernadine and Matt have brought you another very special interview with an expert in their field, and this time around it's all about saving your money through taxes! This week, Stephanie Wickham from ExpatTaxes.ie is talking to Matt about all things taxes in the Irish system and the main considerations anyone should have before they move to Ireland from their home country: How does the Irish tax system work? What is the Double Taxation Treaty? How do I manage Capital Gains in my home country? W...
Aug 06, 2023•49 min•Ep. 12
They're back to the ol' tips and tricks, as Matt & Bernadine discuss the process and reasoning behind their approach to securing a rental property in West Ireland. Matt has *finally* managed to get his PPS number (now just waiting on the card!) and Bernadine has had an adventure in travel and created more memories this week. Topics this week: Community Shoutouts When Matt & Bernadine moved to London Renting in West Ireland Matt gets his PPS number Bernadine goes to Dublin (and more)! Stu...
Jul 30, 2023•54 min•Ep. 11
More progress made this week - after a month of driving back-and-forth to their desired city, Bernadine and Matt have secured their rental property for the next year! 👏👏 In this episode they have the run-down of their experience locking in the rental compared to Australia and all the changes to the Irish real estate method since the pandemic began. They also reflect on their time in Ireland so far and recount a trip to County Clare to remember Bernadine's childhood. Topics discussed: Exclusive...
Jul 23, 2023•46 min•Ep. 10
This week we have a special episode! Besides some introductory banter, Matt sat down with John Healy from Healy Insurances to talk about the state of car insurance in Ireland and everything that expats & repats should know about securing their car insurance. Healy Insurances is responsible for the famous Mary of Healys (not Mary Healy!) that has been a boon for people travelling or returning to Ireland and looking to purchase their wheels to get around. There's plenty to learn about insuranc...
Jul 16, 2023•42 min•Ep. 9
Back for another episode of the podcast, and Bernadine & Matt don't have a huge amount of progress to share - mostly because they took some well-deserved time off for Matt's Birthday! That doesn't mean they don't have some advice and thoughts to share with you, so stick around! Topics discussed: Shoutouts for the community Patience when progress isn't possible Your best days are after your wedding day The relaxation retreat for Matt's Bday Connection with Diaspora Support in Ireland This wee...
Jul 09, 2023•44 min•Ep. 8
Bernadine and Matt have been continuing to tick those travel/settling-in boxes with more advice to give this week. If you're wondering about car parking, Irish small-town culture or the pronunciation of the word "Chamomile", then this one is for you! This week, they cover: The full process and documents needed for the spousal Visa. The order of activities needed to buy a car. Bernadine's feelings on returning to Irish, small-town culture The Hinterland festival in Kells The importance of Riverda...
Jul 02, 2023•47 min•Ep. 7
Matt and Bernadine are ten days into their Irish move, and things are going great! From cars to stamps to contracts... there's a lot you've been missing! This week, you'll get the full experience from their time in Business Class, some reflections from Matt about the intense feelings of leaving your home country, Matt gets his Irish Visa and the final chapter in the Irish automotive purchase (plus some tips on getting your learner's permit 😉). Stuff from this episode: Healy Insurances (with the...
Jun 26, 2023•48 min•Ep. 6
Matt and Bernadine have now officially made the move to Ireland! As they find their feet and shake off the remnants of jet lag, they have a special surprise for you this week. Throughout the process of packing up their home and preparing to move, they've recorded a series of short audio clips to take you on the journey. The emotions, the process and the authentic sounds of the spaces they've moved between over the seven days of packing up their Australian lives. The audio quality in this episode...
Jun 18, 2023•18 min•Ep. 5
Bernadine and Matthew are feeling tired and emotional... it might become clear in the tenor of their voices, but they still have plenty of experiences to share and shout-outs to make! In this episode, Bernadine and Matt share their final moments with colleagues and friends, the lead-up to finalising their house before the tenants move in, some auto stuff, and how Bernadine's parents have been lighting her way home for the last thirteen years. There are tears. There are laughs. Standard fare for ...
Jun 12, 2023•48 min•Ep. 4
We're almost there! Bernadine and Matt are continuing to pack up their house, but now the farewells have begun. In this episode, Matt talks about the unexpected passing of his grandfather, the pair discuss saying goodbye to the Australian family, and the importance of trust and setting your mindset during the big move. It's easy to question and relitigate every decision you make when you're embarking on a big journey - trust in yourself, your decisions and your partner. Keep in touch with us! If...
Jun 05, 2023•36 min•Ep. 3
Bernadine & Matt are continuing to do their thing, packing up their lives to get ready to move across the world to Ireland from Australia. You'll find out what they've ticked off their to-do lists, navigating the emotions that are part of a move like this and some extra tid-bits & advice for you. Not every situation is the same, but moving across the world has considerations like tax, bank accounts and cars. In this episode, you get the full "mind and body" package of "From My Home To Yo...
May 29, 2023•42 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to the first official episode of "From My Home To Yours", a podcast about Bernadine and Matthew's journey, moving their life from Australia (Matt's Home) to Ireland (Bernadine's Home). As an introduction to us, we'll be talking about everything you need to know before we get stuck into the journey. You'll hear about our reasons for moving, our journey in Australia so far, what we do and why we're doing this podcast. Not only will we be drinking tea and lighting candles every episode but ...
May 22, 2023•34 min•Ep. 1
If you're looking for a podcast by Bernadine and Matthew talking about moving to Ireland and/or from Australia, then you're in the right place! Subscribe today to hear about our journey, the logistics of moving to Ireland from Australia and our thoughtful reflections on our big life change. Keep in touch with us! If you have questions about what do when moving to Ireland or from Australia, or you'd like to ask us about our journey, please ask us! We'd love to share our experience and we'll even ...
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