What’s happening with interest rates?
Central bank interest rates in the UK and EU increased at a rapid pace over 2022 and 2023 to combat…
Tax and residence UK: Statutory Residence Test vs Long-Term Residence
As the UK tax landscape goes through a period of change, individuals with international ties must now navigate two residence…
Crossing EU borders: How the Exit/Entry System (EES) impacts British expatriates and visitors
The new EES border controls – the EU’s Exit/Entry System – came into operation on 12 October and is being…
Succession and inheritance tax revisited – France
What succession and inheritance tax issues do British expatriates in France need to be aware of right now?  French succession…
Thinking of returning to the UK from France? Plan early to make the most of the new tax landscape.
Whether you’re planning a return to the UK soon or simply weighing your options, the UK’s new tax regime offers…
Taxing times ahead? Seven areas the Chancellor may target in the UK’s 2025 Budget
The UK Autumn Budget 2025 is fast approaching. The UK’s anaemic economic growth may necessitate further tax increases to meet…
Is it time to consider downsizing your home?
Downsizing your property can bring various financial benefits, as well as making your life easier. With careful planning you could…
The new EU Entry/Exit System: What British expatriates, holiday homeowners and frequent visitors need to know about the EES
There are changes ahead for travel. The new EES border controls – the EU’s Exit/Entry System – will start being…
Tax freedom day – how much of your income do you lose to tax?
How long does it take to earn money for yourself instead of the taxman? “Tax Freedom Day” varies greatly by…
What UK tax rises can we expect next?
The UK Autumn Budget 2024 introduced several tax increases. With the government still under pressure to boost revenue, attention now…
Pension and inheritance tax reform explained. Are you prepared?
Significant changes are on the horizon for UK pensions and estate planning.  Pension funds will soon be included in your…
Farewell domicile, welcome long-term residence
The UK’s domicile regime has been abolished for tax purposes. The new residence-based system provides much more certainty for UK…
The France/UK double tax treaty on inheritances
France is one of the few countries to have a specific double tax treaty with the UK for inheritance taxes.…
The new UK tax year: What has changed, what hasn’t, and what’s on the way
The 2025/26 UK tax year ticked over on 6 April 2025. Most thresholds and allowances remain frozen and most tax…
UK inheritance tax continues to break records
More families than ever are caught in the UK inheritance tax net and tax bills keep rising. With the thresholds…
Returning to UK: The importance of timing and strategic planning
If you are returning to UK after being resident overseas, or expect to do so in the future, early and…
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