Capital gains tax in Spain: An expatriate’s guide
Spanish capital gains tax – learn about the intricate tax rates, exemptions, reliefs and allowances applicable to both Spanish residents…
Determining and proving domicile
Domicile is a very important issue for British expatriates.  You remain liable to UK inheritance tax on your worldwide assets…
Retiring to France after Brexit – obtaining visas and navigating the financial landscape
Retiring to France after Brexit may feel like a challenge, but the process can still be relatively seamless if you…
Mastering tax efficiency – navigating tax responsibilities when relocating to Portugal
Tax efficiency Portugal – When it comes to financial planning after a move to Portugal, ensuring proper tax management should…
Introduction to tax in France
Tax in France works very differently to the UK so it is important to understand the rules and how they…
More families than ever caught in the UK inheritance tax net
The 2022/23 tax year proved to be yet another record year for UK inheritance tax (IHT) receipts. This is expected…
The new UK tax year – lifetime allowance abolished and other tax updates
The UK tax year started on 6 April, so how will this impact your pocket? UK tax changes can affect…
Does the new UK tax year affect you when living in Cyprus?
The new UK tax year started on 6 April, so how will this impact your pocket? UK tax changes can…
Too good to be true?
Are the investments being offered to you a little too good to be true? We look at some past examples…
Why retirement planning matters at any age
It’s never too early to start retirement planning, but the closer you get, the more it pays to focus on…
Pensions and taxes – what you need to know in France
It is important to understand how your UK pensions are taxed when living in France. In fact, you may have…
UK Spring Budget 2023 – the pensions lifetime allowance is abolished
The surprise announcement that the UK pensions lifetime allowance is being abolished was welcome news for those with larger pensions…
Portugal capital gains tax on property
How much Portugal capital gains tax will you be liable for when you sell a property?  Residents are liable to…
The cost of living longer
The cost of living longer can be a concern with today’s increased life expectancy. With retirement potentially lasting decades, how…
What is Spain’s new solidarity tax?
Spain’s solidarity tax on large fortunes is a temporary tax imposed on the wealthiest residents to help the government deal…
Spanish tax – what has changed for 2023?
The Spanish tax regime in 2023 is very different from the UK’s and can be complicated. On first arriving in…
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