Andalucía scraps wealth tax
The Andalusian government has approved a 100% relief on wealth tax – reducing the tax liability to zero. This continues…
An introduction to taxes in Portugal
Taxes in Portugal are much kinder than in some other parts of Europe and a big incentive to UK nationals…
Reduce your tax liabilities in Spain with effective planning
Tax liabilities in Spain needn’t be a cause of worry if you are planning to move or already living there.…
How UK investments are taxed in Spain
How are UK investments taxed in Spain? And is it worth reviewing the current structures of your assets to see…
Buying and selling property in France – frequently asked questions
Are you thinking of buying or selling property in France? Have you been made aware of the process, the tax…
Do you still have bank accounts, or savings and investments, in the UK?
UK-based banks continue to ask EU-resident clients to close their accounts following Brexit, and now National Savings & Investments is…
Modelo 720 – the new, improved penalty regime
The Modelo 720 penalty regime has been amended to much more acceptable levels following a ruling by the European Court…
UK Chancellor’s Spring Budget 2022
Chancellor of the exchequer, Rishi Sunak, announced the Spring Budget on 23 March 2022. Although the statement does not present…
Take control of your finances in an uncertain world
Take steps to control your financial future.  For peace of mind, it’s worth spending a bit of time to review…
How significant is the impact of inflation on your savings?
Inflation is surging in both the EU and the UK. Since even low levels can impact your savings over the…
How is income from UK assets taxed in France?
How is income sourced from the UK taxed in France, and is it tax-efficient for UK expatriates to keep hold…
A year on from Brexit – what has changed for UK nationals in Portugal?
Portugal – a year after Brexit. What changes have we seen in the last 12 months that could affect British…
Do you know where you are domiciled? Are you sure?
Many British expatriates remain UK-domiciled without realising it, leaving their estate exposed to UK inheritance tax rates of 40%. Get…
Should you transfer UK pensions overseas? The pros and cons of QROPS
Transferring UK pensions to a QROPS can offer flexibility, tax, estate planning and currency benefits, but is it suitable for…
Think beyond residency when planning your life in Portugal
Planning for your life in Portugal? While becoming resident is a key step in setting up home in Portugal, don’t…
Does your cross-border tax planning stand up to today’s scrutiny?
Cross-border tax planning – Over 100 countries are now automatically sharing information on taxpayers to expose tax evasion, and local…
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