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Your financial future starts now: How to plan with confidence
As the world around us becomes more complex and uncertain, having clarity over our finances can be genuinely reassuring. While we cannot control the...
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A question of residence: understanding the French and UK rules
Residence is about far more than where you spend your time. Understanding French tax residence, the UK’s Statutory Residence Test…
Are changing UK landlord rules making you rethink your property plans?
From the Renters’ Rights Act to rising costs and tax changes, UK landlords face more challenges than ever before. We…
What could the new UK leadership mean for tax?
A new Prime Minister always brings a fresh round of tax speculation. With Andy Burnham entering Downing Street and John…
Moving to Cyprus: 7 financial planning considerations
With early and careful planning, you can make the most of the tax-efficient opportunities available when moving to Cyprus.
Moving to Portugal and living there tax efficiently
There’s no doubt Portugal is a fantastic place to make your home, for a whole host of reasons. but did…
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…
Capital gains tax in Spain: key rules for UK expatriates and property owners
Spanish capital gains tax can affect everything from selling your home to restructuring your investments. We explain how Spain’s CGT…
Seeking advice too late is an ‘opportunity lost’
Published on FT Adviser on 5 May 2026. Seeking financial advice only after moving abroad can be an “opportunity lost”,…
A tougher landscape for UK landlords – what French residents need to know
Owning rental property in the UK while living in France is becoming increasingly complex and expensive. From sweeping changes to…
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…
France clarifies succession rules: positive development for UK nationals with ties to France
A highly anticipated clarification from the European Commission has brought welcome news for UK nationals living and/or owning property in…
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…
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