William Nattrass

Prague

Writer and Editor at Freelance

Articles

How a Prague center is sowing seeds for next-generation IT success

Oct 1, 2024 | expats.cz | William Nattrass

The worlds of finance and technology are closely linked together. With banks increasingly resembling technology companies due to their reliance on advanced digital solutions, the nature of the workforce in finance is changing. Commerzbank’s Digital Technology Center (DTC) in Prague is a case in point. As an international hub for the major German bank’s digital activities, it’s an integral part of a finance industry giant.
Leader Talks: Crestyl’s Viktor Peška on finding your dream apartment in Prague

Sep 30, 2024 | expats.cz | William Nattrass

Prague’s sky-high property prices means that now more than ever, securing a good deal is vital when buying a home. Prague is chock-full of stunning properties, but finding your dream home requires knowing where (and how) to look. Crestyl, a developer of prime residential real estate in Prague, is delivering various exciting projects to the Prague property market.
Comfort, beauty, freedom: A Czech holiday that welcomes you home

Sep 27, 2024 | expats.cz | William Nattrass

Ivana Tykač, a successful Czech entrepreneur and the visionary behind Oblík, describes the resort’s name as evoking something “rounded, cozy, and sweet.” And indeed, Oblík embodies this essence. Here, you’re not bound by expectations or a particular way of living. Instead, Oblík embraces you just as you are. “When you walk into Oblík, it’s like coming home,” Tykač says warmly.
Prague's Karlín to celebrate a key driver of Czech economic growth with ABSL festival

Sep 26, 2024 | expats.cz | William Nattrass

One of Czechia’s most remarkable economic success stories in recent decades has been its business services sector. An industry which was non-existent in this country during much of the twentieth-century is now among Czechia’s biggest employers, driving modernization and growth in cities across the country.
Ahoj, roomie! How attractive dorms enhance the study experience at a Czech university

Sep 24, 2024 | expats.cz | William Nattrass

What do we really mean when we talk about the “student experience”? While studying, working hard and achieving qualifications form the core purpose of going to university, for many, the social element is just as important. University is a place for making lifelong friends – whether in classes themselves, or in student accommodation. Young people thrown together by pure chance often end up forming deep connections that will last the rest of their lives.
ASK AN EXPERT: Is Czech real estate still a strong investment?

Sep 23, 2024 | expats.cz | William Nattrass

The Czech real estate market has faced significant turbulence in recent years. Following a spike in interest rates which led to temporary stagnation in house prices, property prices are shooting skywards as rates fall and economic stability returns. Given this growth and the traditional “safe bet” nature of real estate as an asset class, investing in property in Czechia has long appeared a no-brainer.
Live like a royal between Prague’s prestigious Hradčany and Břevnov districts

Sep 19, 2024 | expats.cz | William Nattrass

Few ever get the chance to live next door to a castle – let alone next to Prague Castle itself. A project currently on sale in Hradčany offers the opportunity to do just that – and for a surprisingly affordable price tag. Renowned developer PSN is selling the last remaining apartments at its Myslbekova 15 project, a historic building on Myslbekova street undergoing sensitive renovation.
How ‘delivering cheers’ worldwide packs a great expat career in Prague

Sep 16, 2024 | expats.cz | William Nattrass

Logistics is about getting things from A to B – but while this sounds simple, the reality of global supply chains is anything but. Logistics provides the underpinning to our daily lives, and without it, we would miss much that we take for granted.
Step-by-step: Setting up a bank account as an expat in Czechia

Sep 11, 2024 | expats.cz | William Nattrass

Something as apparently simple as setting up a bank account can make a big difference to your quality of life in Czechia. Choosing a bank that suits your needs and circumstances – and that, if possible, provides services in your own language – prevents complications while giving you more control over your money. Setting up an account is usually easy for expats – but it still pays to do your homework.
ASK AN EXPERT: Should I invest in Czechia or abroad?

Sep 9, 2024 | expats.cz | William Nattrass

In the complex and ever-changing world of investing, there’s often no right or wrong answer. What’s good for one investor may be bad for another, and expats in Czechia should evaluate their personal goals before deciding what type of investment is right for them. A fundamental question is whether to invest in Czechia or abroad. The temptation to invest elsewhere, especially for those struggling with the language barrier, can be strong.