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UK inheritance tax: The mounting impact on British families
UK inheritance tax is no longer a niche concern. Frozen allowances, rising asset values, pensions entering the tax net and tighter reliefs mean many...
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Reviewing your tax planning for your life in France
French tax rules differ significantly from the UK’s. You may need to make changes to protect yourself and benefit from…
Personalised financial planning solutions for expatriates in the Canary Islands
Blevins Franks is the leading company providing specialist, professional financial advice to British expatriates in Europe.
The Spanish 2018 budget is finally approved
Spain’s 2018 budget does not include major tax changes. Wealthier residents may be affected by the extension of wealth tax…
The benefits of professional tax planning advice in France
With strategic planning Assurance-Vie can provide significant tax benefits, for yourself and your heirs, maybe more than you expect.
Income tax in Spain
This article looks at the Spanish tax residence rules and income tax rates and rules for employment, pension, rental and…
Exchange of information – what changes in September?
53 more countries start automatic exchange of information in September. UK taxpayers also need to be aware of the Requirement…
How are UK investments taxed in France?
Understand what French tax you must pay on UK ISAs, premium bonds, shares, interest, dividends and rental income if you…
Get the most out of living in Spain with our financial guide book
The Blevins Franks Guide to Living in Spain answers questions about Spanish taxation, tax planning opportunities, financial planning and pensions
Preparing for Brexit and residency in Portugal
Will British expatriates be able to stay in Portugal after Brexit? See more about the cut-off date and steps you…
Cyprus residents to have UK government service pensions taxed in UK
Under a new UK/Cyprus double tax treaty, UK government service pensions will no longer be taxed in Cyprus and will…
The lifetime allowance: Why having too much in UK pensions can prove costly
More Britons than ever are facing up to 55% tax charges for breaching the pension lifetime allowance, but transferring can…
Spain cracks down on Gibraltar “residency”
The Spanish tax agency has caught up with wealthy individuals claiming tax residence in Gibraltar when really living in Spain.
Preparing for Brexit and residency in Spain
Can you demonstrate that you are lawfully residing in Spain? Now is the time to take action to secure your…
Make time to future-proof your legacy in France
By understanding how French succession tax and law will affect chosen heirs, British expatriates can take steps to protect their…
Is it still worth owning buy-to-let property in the UK?
With recent changes increasing the tax burden for landlords and property investors, is it time to rethink owning UK buy-to-let…
Income tax in France – 2017 vs 2018
Now that French income tax returns have been submitted for 2017 it’s time to review your tax planning to see…
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