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UK budget 2024 update

The UK budget 2024, as expected, included various tax rises, though income tax rates remain unchanged.  The key tax reforms…

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01.11.24
UK tax in 2025 and beyond, and implications for expatriates in Cyprus

The UK’s autumn budget introduced several tax changes, many of which reach beyond its shores to also impact British expatriates…

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Moving to Portugal? Are you paying the right taxes in the right country?

If you have moved or are moving to Portugal, tax planning should be high on your priorities. Otherwise you could…

27.11.24 Read
How UK pensions are taxed in Spain

If you’ve chosen to retire in Spain, it’s essential to understand how your UK pensions will be taxed in Spain.…

18.11.24 Read
Property or investment – which is the better option?

When we speak of property or investment in this article, we compare two different routes of investment; we weigh the…

13.11.24 Read
France 2025 budget and potential tax reforms

The first draft of the France 2025 budget was presented by Prime Minister Michael Barnier’s government on 10 October 2024. 

12.11.24 Read
Moving to Portugal and living there tax efficiently

Moving to Portugal is an exciting way to spend your retirement, but did you know it can also offer tax-efficient…

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Understanding and avoiding French succession law

French succession law imposes some rules on your estate that are very different from those of the UK. This article…

05.11.24 Read
Do the US elections impact the stock markets?

While US presidential elections can have worldwide significance, historically, the result has not had much impact on investment markets.

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Are your savings and investments suitable for you today and your future plans?

Investment planning involves carefully examining your objectives and risk appetite to ensure your portfolio is suitable for your current circumstances…

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Buying, owning and selling property in France
Tax and inheritance planning frequently asked questions

Buying and selling property is a major part of relocating from one country to another, or perhaps the time has…

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UK budget 2024 – Painful taxing times ahead?

The Labour government’s first budget will be announced on 30 October.  While the Chancellor has promised not to increase income…

01.10.24 Read
Time running out to resolve Gibraltar border issue

While most of Europe has moved on from Brexit negotiations, they remain ongoing and unresolved in Gibraltar. 

30.09.24 Read
Why effective tax planning is so rewarding

Effective tax planning provides many benefits for yourself and your heirs. As well as lower tax bills, it can help…

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Buying property in Portugal – six tax considerations

When buying property in Portugal, whether as your main home, holiday home or as an investment,  first research and understand…

10.09.24 Read
UK inheritance tax vs French succession tax, at a time of change

These are rather interesting times for British expatriates in France, with the momentous July elections on both sides of the…

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