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Forex transfer company?

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HerRoyalNotness · 20/08/2013 20:14

Can anyone recommend a reputable company to transfer our funds from UK to USA? I've had a google and contacted Xe.com but obviously don't want to entrust our money to just anyone.

Are they really a lot cheaper than using the bank? Will be moving about 40k

Thanks!

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Sconset · 20/08/2013 20:24

we previously used caxton- they were very good, and offered decent rates (and they had a facility wjere your money could sit there until it hit the rate youwanted, then they'd exchange it IYSWIM)
Thiswas a few years ago now, but I'm sure they're still good.

HerRoyalNotness · 20/08/2013 21:29

Thanks I'll take a look at them

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SquinkiesRule · 21/08/2013 06:13

I've used Xe for smaller amounts under $10,000 and was very pleased. For larger amounts I've done a bank transfer cost a small amount on each end, but when I checked after I'd done as well as using Xe (rate wise) and it was done in a day instead of 4 days.

PositiveAttitude · 21/08/2013 06:30

We always use Forex.com Never had a problem at all. And it is free! Exchange rates have always been competitive. No complaints at all.

lazydog · 21/08/2013 06:44

I've used xe.com for several small (

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