Expatriate tax planning: More than just saving tax, it’s about peace of mind
Strategic tax planning is about more than simply reducing your tax bill. Done properly, it can help simplify your finances,…
Selling your UK business and moving to Cyprus? How to reduce tax and protect your wealth
Are you planning to sell your UK business and relocate to Cyprus? The timing of your move can have a…
Brexit and expatriates – 10 years on
June marked the 10-year anniversary of the Brexit vote. What has changed for UK nationals living in and moving to…
Seeking advice too late is an ‘opportunity lost’
Published on International Adviser on 5 May 2026. Seeking financial advice only after moving abroad can be an “opportunity lost”,…
Moving to Spain, France, Portugal or Cyprus? Tax and Pension Insights for UK Nationals
Spain, France, Portugal and Cyprus remain among the most popular destinations for UK nationals seeking a better lifestyle abroad. Sunshine,…
Sharon Farrell: Why I left my IFA business behind and moved to the Algarve
Published on International Adviser on 12 May 2026. Sharon Farrell is now a partner with specialist expat advice firm Blevins…
All changing at No. 10 – what about tax?
Updated 07.07.26 Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation has paved the way for the seventh UK Prime Minister in a decade. Newly…
Lifestyle modelling: A smarter way to plan your wealth, retirement and goals
“The biggest thing we can help clients achieve is peace of mind and clarity in their financial future, both now…
Estate planning in Portugal: Ensuring a tax-efficient legacy for your family
Your estate planning in Portugal needs careful attention to meet your wishes for your family and heirs. You need to…
French social charges – what you need to know in 2026
France imposes social charges in addition to income tax. British expatriates with a Form S1 benefit from an exemption on…
Income tax return time in France
French income tax returns are due between 21 May and 4 June, depending on your department. Find out the deadlines,…
How UK pensions are taxed in Cyprus
How much Cyprus tax will you pay on your UK pensions and retirement savings? If you’ve recently retired there or…
Enjoying retirement in France? Make sure your money lasts as long as you do
We’re living longer, healthier lives — but that also means our savings need to work harder and stretch further. That’s…
A marathon, not a sprint: the case for a long-term investing discipline
Long-term investing usually proves a much more successful approach than timing the market. Market ups and downs can test even…
The new UK tax year: What changed, what hasn’t, and looking ahead to April 2027
The 2026/27 UK tax year ticked over on 6 April 2026, with most thresholds, allowances and rates unchanged. But the…
Protecting and growing your wealth – five key elements for successful investing
Is it time to review your wealth management, particularly your investment portfolio, to make sure it is on the right…
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