Top-Class Currency Service for France

Originally posted on & updated on 14th February, 2025

Top-Class Currency Service for France

Here at MFH we believe in team work and transparency. We didn’t setup in business to charge for ad space or collect data to pass on to third parties, we enjoy keeping our clients happy and care about their privacy. We fully appreciate we are in business thanks to them, and to our valued partners, our ethics have never changed.

Long Term Partnerships

When I met Jean-Luc at a summer barbecue in a village near Lyon in 2003, I didn’t realise we’d be working with the same partners twenty years later! It’s a similar tale with our longstanding partnership with Currencies Direct who provide top class service and competitive rates for our clients from almost anywhere through their website, their app. or their handy multi-currency debit card.
 
Buying or selling property in a different country is about timing, and securing currency is an important part of that process. Read our partners’ Jack Wiles comments about how we work together to  provide our international clients with top service and the best outcome.

Working with Currencies Direct

“My name is Jack Wiles from Currencies Direct and I manage the company’s key partnerships. We have been working in partnership with My-French-House for the best part of two decades, which in fact as long as FCG has existed, before merging with Currencies Direct.

In this time, we have helped hundreds of Patrick’s clients achieve far better rates of exchange than high street banks, whilst making the process of overseas money transfers much swifter and more efficient.

There are a range of different people Currencies Direct can help. We help clients with smaller transfers such as for living costs, long-term rental or mortgage payments as well as those with larger payments for property deposits & balances. We also help a variety of businesses with invoice payments, salaries, and day to day FX risk management.

You don’t need to have an account in a foreign country to use our services, as we can send funds to third party accounts if there is proof of why funds are needed. Property buyers and business people that use our services are from all over the globe, and we trade over forty different currencies. We are also fully authorised by FCA in the UK and the Bank of Spain in the EU as an E-money issuer.

Todays Currency News - 14 February 2025

Our FX experts at Currencies Direct bring you todays’ updates in the currency markets. Here’s a quick rundown of how major currencies are performing:

Pound (GBP)

The pound rose yesterday following better-than-expected UK GDP figures. The British economy expanded 0.1% in the fourth quarter of 2024, rather than contracting 0.1% as expected, easing recession fears and dampening Bank of England (BoE) interest rate cut bets. With UK data absent from the calendar today, the Sterling may trade without a clear direction.

Euro (EUR)

The euro firmed against many of its rivals yesterday as the prospect of a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia supported the single currency. However, EUR trimmed its gains as the session unfolded, with a larger-than-forecast contraction in Eurozone industrial production putting some pressure on the euro. The latest estimate for Eurozone GDP growth in the fourth quarter could impact EUR today, particularly if it deviates from the first estimate. Otherwise, Ukraine news could determine movement in the euro.

US Dollar (USD)

The US dollar fluctuated lower yesterday as hopes for peace in Ukraine cheered markets and deprived USD of safe-haven flows. With Donald Trump pushing for peace, both Kyiv and Moscow were willing to participate in negotiations. Looking ahead, the latest US retail sales figures are in focus for USD investors. A contraction in sales last month could see the US dollar stumble.

Canadian Dollar (CAD)

The Canadian dollar fluctuated yesterday as choppy oil prices affected the crude-linked loonie. Market-moving Canadian data remains thin today, so oil price movements and tariff concerns could continue to influence the CAD.

Australian Dollar (AUD)

The Australian dollar recovered from yesterday’s decline overnight, as a cheery mood and rising commodity prices underpinned the Aussie.

Good Times for Buyers from America

In recent times, we have seen a huge increase in interest from across the Atlantic, with US clients purchasing their dream homes in France. While the USDEUR rate is lower from the record highs we saw in 2022, the US dollar is up 4.2% against the euro over the last three month (September to November 2024), making it an excellent time for American buyers.

A US client of Patrick’s, who he referred over to us last year, was looking at buying somewhere in France. He knew he wanted to buy but hadn’t been able to find the time to get out to France for a serious look. He knew the exchange rate was advantageous at the time and wanted to take advantage of what might be the best deal he would ever get.

Despite not having found a property, the client decided to buy his Euros and hold them on account with us until he had found his dream home. Due to our licensing, funds can be held for as long as needed and in this case our client is still waiting to find that dream home. In doing so, he ensured that his property budget would remain separate from currency fluctuations and secured a fantastic deal within his budget.

Top Service for Property Purchases

“In my opinion, the reason the partnership between Patrick and us has worked so well, for so long, is due to our shared view that top-class customer service, and holding ourselves to the highest standards, is the most important thing any of us can do. If you are looking for your dream home in France, Patrick is the man to do it and we hope we can assist in getting the money to the Notaire on your behalf to complete your purchase.”

Jack Wiles – Currencies Direct

Award-Winning Currency Card

Needless to say we were not at all surprised to learn that Currencies Directs’ multi-currency debit card has been shortlisted for ‘Best Customer Service’ in The Card and Payments Awards for 2025. These prestigious awards, judged by an independent panel of industry experts, have been instrumental in recognising excellence and innovation across various financial organisations for the past two decades. It couldn’t be easier to order a multi-currency debit card, simply create a personal client account today, it will only take a few minutes.

Best Foreign Exchange Awards

Currencies Direct were recently recognised with the Highly Commended ‘Best Business FX Provider’ and Commended ‘Best Service from an FX Provider’ at the 2024 Business Moneyfacts Awards. These awards are given every year to celebrate the best brands in the business finance and commercial finance sectors and are organised by the Moneyfacts Group, a leading source of independent data for the UK financial industry. In addition, they have also been awarded ‘Best Currency Broker’ in the 2024 Good Money Guide Awards.


Like us, hundreds of our overseas based clients have entrusted Jack and the team at Currencies Direct, many have set up regular monthly payments years ago and have never looked back. If you won’t settle for anything less that top-class service for your international currency requirements, then talk to Jack directly, we’re confident you won’t regret it.


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