UK Spring Budget 2023 – the pensions lifetime allowance is abolished

The surprise announcement that the UK pensions lifetime allowance is being abolished was welcome news for those with larger pensions…

The cost of living longer

The cost of living longer can be a concern with today’s increased life expectancy. With retirement potentially lasting decades, how…

Tax on pensions in Portugal

What tax will you pay on your pensions in Portugal? Other than government service pensions, your pension income will be…

The UK State Pensions and voluntary National Insurance contributions – changes from April 2023.

We recommend that anyone under the UK State Pension age check their entitlement before April this year.  Once the new…

Understanding UK pensions – 6 key things you need to know

Understanding pensions can be a little difficult with all of the complexities involved. This article briefly clarifies six key things…

Retirement in Spain – 8 key steps to take before and after your move

Plan for a successful retirement in Spain by following these 8 keys steps to take before and after your move. …

Take control of your finances in an uncertain world

Take steps to control your financial future.  For peace of mind, it’s worth spending a bit of time to review…

Retirement planning to protect your financial security

Retirement planning is one of the most effective ways of ensuring security and comfort for this exciting chapter of your…

Review your financial planning as a New Year resolution

If you’re wondering what your New Year resolution should be, why not choose to review your financial planning? Take time…

Make your money last as long as you do: 5 questions to consider

Help ensure your pensions, savings and investments will provide financial security in retirement by asking 5 key questions.

Reviewing your UK pension options for your life in France

What are your UK pension options as an expatriate in France? Whether you should leave your pensions in the UK…

Should you transfer UK pensions overseas? The pros and cons of QROPS

Transferring UK pensions to a QROPS can offer flexibility, tax, estate planning and currency benefits, but is it suitable for…

Balancing the Chancellor’s books…could your UK pensions be affected?

Your UK pensions may have caught the attention of UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak who, like his counterparts in Europe, has…

Spanish wealth tax – are your pensions included?

Spain continues to be a favourite destination for expatriates, including those making the most of their retirement years. There are…

Planning a secure retirement in France

Planning your retirement in France? Be sure to review your strategy early in order to minimise your tax liabilities whilst…

How to retire abroad with financial peace of mind

If you’re retiring to Europe, be prepared to adjust your savings and investments, tax, pensions and estate planning to suit…