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Jun
22
2016

Tracking Your Pay on an International Assignment

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An issue that often confuses expatriates is that of “host-location spendable income.” Here we illustrate it through practical examples. [Read More...]



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Jun
22
2016

Changes to Cost of Living Allowances: A Closer Look

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A longstanding approach to expatriate compensation is the home-based balance sheet methodology. Here we describe the approach and variables that affect it. [Read More...]



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May
03
2016

What Is the Relationship Between Family Size and Mercer Spendable Income Amounts?

Posted by SuperUser Account

As the size of a household increases, so does money spent on goods and services – but at a decreasing rate. See how that affects spendable income calculations. [Read More...]



Categories: categorycompensation & allowances categorycost of living



May
03
2016

Utilities - An overlooked piece of the Cost of Living Housing Puzzle

Posted by SuperUser Account

The cost of electricity, gas, and oil for appliances, plus water, garbage collection, and so forth should be factored into allowances. [Read More...]



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May
03
2016

Cost of Living Housing Exceptions - Policy Flaw or Necessity?

Posted by SuperUser Account

Define the underlying criteria of the housing allowance to ensure fair, consistent treatment while controlling costs. [Read More...]



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