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The countdown to April 2027: UK pensions, inheritance tax and opportunities for expatriates
A major change to how pensions are taxed on death is now just months away. Pension funds that have traditionally sat outside the inheritance tax net...
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The Mbappé Law – a new tax deduction for foreign investors in Madrid
The ‘Mbappé Law’ is a new tax incentive introduced by Madrid to attract foreign investors and talent to live in…
Estate planning considerations for UK nationals in Spain
Careful estate planning becomes even more imperative when you move to Spain. The Spanish inheritance regime imposes forced heirship and…
UK tax in 2025 and beyond, and implications for expatriates in Cyprus
The UK’s autumn budget introduced several tax changes, many of which reach beyond its shores to also impact British expatriates…
How UK pensions are taxed in Spain
If you’ve chosen to retire in Spain, it’s essential to understand how your UK pensions will be taxed in Spain.…
Property or investment – which is the better option?
When we speak of property or investment in this article, we compare two different routes of investment; we weigh the…
France 2025 budget and potential tax reforms
The first draft of the France 2025 budget was presented by Prime Minister Michael Barnier’s government on 10 October 2024. 
Understanding and avoiding French succession law
French succession law imposes some rules on your estate that are very different from those of the UK. This article…
UK budget 2024 update
The UK budget 2024, as expected, included various tax rises, though income tax rates remain unchanged.  The key tax reforms…
Do the US elections impact the stock markets?
While US presidential elections can have worldwide significance, historically, the result has not had much impact on investment markets.
Buying, owning and selling property in France
Tax and inheritance planning frequently asked questions
Buying and selling property is a major part of relocating from one country to another, or perhaps the time has…
UK budget 2024 – Painful taxing times ahead?
The Labour government’s first budget will be announced on 30 October.  While the Chancellor has promised not to increase income…
Why effective tax planning is so rewarding
Effective tax planning provides many benefits for yourself and your heirs. As well as lower tax bills, it can help…
Time running out to resolve Gibraltar border issue
While most of Europe has moved on from Brexit negotiations, they remain ongoing and unresolved in Gibraltar. 
Moving to Portugal: 7 tax-saving considerations
With early and careful planning, you can make the most of tax-efficient opportunities when moving to Portugal or buying Portuguese…
UK inheritance tax vs French succession tax, at a time of change
These are rather interesting times for British expatriates in France, with the momentous July elections on both sides of the…
Key financial planning steps on your retirement journey in France
Are you fulfilling your dream of enjoying your retirement years in France?   Whether you are in the planning stages and…
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