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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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What you need to know about pensions today
With Brexit uncertainty and a range of options available, pensions can be a source of concern and confusion. For expatriates,…
Opportunity knocks for pensions? but maybe not for long (France)
A current crisis in UK pensions could prove rewarding to expatriates with ‘final salary’ schemes, but the window of opportunity…
Changes To UK?s Domicile Rules Could Affect You In Portugal
HM Revenue & Customs is making changes to the domicile rules. Whether you are leaving the UK or returning to…
Lower pension allowance won’t just affect super rich
Recent changes could put those with pension savings in the firing line for up to 55% taxation. However, expatriates can…
What Will Happen To Your Legacy? Estate Planning For Expatriates In Mallorca
How will your wealth be passed down to your children, grandchildren and other chosen heirs? How will they handle your…
The UK Autumn Statement 2016
Chancellor Philip Hammond delivered his Autumn Statement budget on 23rd November. The main change for expatriates appears to be that…
Are You Ready For Exchange Of Information With Spain?
The new global automatic exchange of information regime went live in January 2016, and the first information exchange will take…
Are You Ready For Exchange Of Information With Malta?
A new international initiative means it is more important than ever to make sure your are correctly declaring your income…
Changes To UK’s Domicile Rules
Proposed new domicile rules may affect Britons leaving the UK or returning after living abroad and could potentially undo previous…
Lower Pension Allowance Doesn’t Have to Mean Higher Taxes for Expatriates in France
A reduced lifetime pension allowance could put your UK retirement savings in the firing line for 55% tax, but expatriates…
Are You Ready For Exchange Of Information With France?
From January 2016, financial institutions in over 50 countries around the world began collecting information on their clients and their…
Tax Planning For France In Today’s World
You need to be extra careful with your tax planning these days. Make sure it is up to date with…
Proposed Tax Reforms for Comunidad Valenciana Region
The Valencian government has recently announced new rules related to personal income tax and succession and gift tax that are…
UK Receives New Information On Offshore Accounts
In a year’s time, tax authorities around Europe will have started receiving information on its taxpayers’ offshore assets and income,…
Tax Planning For Spain In Today’s World
You need to be extra careful with your tax planning these days. Make sure it is up to date with…
Some Relief from Succession Tax in Southern Spain
If you’re a Spanish resident living in Andalucía or you have assets in the region, your heirs could benefit from…
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