What UK homeowners in Portugal need to know about capital gains tax
If you sell a UK property while living in Portugal, you could face capital gains tax in both countries, so…
Owning Spanish property through a company – times have changed
If you’re thinking of using a company to own Spanish property, understand the consequences as the tax rules have changed…
Financial planning in France in the face of Brexit
How can UK expatriates in France secure residence benefits and avoid higher taxes on assets, investments and pensions in the…
Time to take interest in your investment options
With today’s low bank interest rates and economic uncertainty, it pays to look beyond cash deposits and review how you…
What to look out for to protect your pensions
See how to spot the signs of pension scams and protect your retirement savings without missing out on suitable opportunities.
Europe’s no-deal Brexit legislation for UK nationals: Portugal, Spain & France
As the UK Parliament engulfed itself in a Brexit quagmire of its own making, 29 March came and went with…
The basics of Spanish wealth tax
As President Macron in France sought to restrict taxpayers’ exposure to French wealth tax, Prime Minister Sánchez in Spain promised…
Spanish taxes on real estate
Spain has been attracting Britons looking for holiday homes close to the Mediterranean and those wishing to retire to the…
Portuguese taxes on real estate
For many expatriates, owning a place on the coast or in the sun-drenched countryside is part of their dream retirement…
French taxes on real estate
Buying a home in France is a dream that many Britons are making a reality. Regardless of whether it is…
Does your estate planning in Spain provide control and certainty?
Expatriates in Spain can take steps to ensure the right money passes to the right hands at the right time…
Planning a tax-efficient move to Spain
If you’re moving to Spain, you need to understand how local income tax, wealth tax and succession and gift taxes…
Six tips for getting your pensions strategy right, first time
With so many UK pension options for expatriates and Brexit looming, quality pensions advice is crucial. See 6 tips on…
Spain cannot discriminate against non-EU/EEA countries for succession and gift tax
Spanish inheritance tax no longer discriminates against non-EU residents and assets – welcome news for UK nationals with Brexit approaching.
Seven things you need to consider when moving to France
With early and careful planning, you can make the most of tax-efficient opportunities when moving to France or buying a…
Is this the time to move to Portugal?
With beneficial tax regimes for new residents and guarantees for UK nationals post-Brexit, there may never be a better time…
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