We found Nassau to be a good place to live-quiet, expensive, but safe, clean and the water sports were great. We loved Paradise Island, which is very safe. Some homes were broken into, but having a dog in your yard is helpful. As for the financial end, I'd say consult the newspapers for comparisons as I'm not from the UK. Look up the UK women's Club and you might find a contact online and see if you can get advice or a phone # to call someone.