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Time to update that QROPS?
If you are looking at this wondering what on earth I am on about, a QROPS is a Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Scheme – an overseas pension arrangement into which existing UK pension plans were transferred. A strange acronym but … Continue reading
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2023 is the year to get serious about your financial goals
It has often been said that “a goal without a plan is just a wish”, meaning that action is required if you want to achieve your goals in life. We all spend our lives hoping for the best but you … Continue reading
Posted in General financial information, Investment, Life Assurance, Need to know, UAE Life
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Interest rates, inflation & UK mortgages – some facts
I know a few people are worrying about mortgage interest rates and are hesitating buying property because of that so let’s put the increases it in perspective. There are loads of complex and jargon-heavy articles in the financial press but … Continue reading
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UK Autumn Statement November 2022 – a summary for expats
UK Budgets seem to come thick and fast these days with the last one in September, albeit that was referred to as a ‘fiscal event’. A small budget by any other name can lead to as many problems as a … Continue reading
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Tagged Autumn Statement, British Expats, British Expats Dubai, currency exchange, currency transfer, Dubai financial advice, expat advice., expat financial advice, income tax, Independent financial advice in the UAE, Keren Bobker, Professional financial advice, UK Autumn Statement, UK Budget, UK pension, UK pensions for expats, UK property investment, UK State Pension, UK tax, UK taxes. capital gains tax
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UK Property Investment – 10 reasons why it makes sense
UK property has a great deal of potential as an investment and it is easier to get into than you might think, with lower starting prices and plenty of benefits. Read on to find out why UK property could be … Continue reading
Posted in Investment, Mortgages, Property, UK Property
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10 sensible steps for smart investing
I have put together a simple guide to 10 practical and logical steps you need to follow when investing so to find out more, read on… It is too easy to side-tracked from planning your future, our lives are busy … Continue reading
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UK Mini Budget September 2022 – a summary for expats
When a new Prime Minister takes office, it is usual for them to want to put their own stamp on things and Liz Truss and her team are doing just that. Kwasi Kwarteng, the current Chancellor of the Exchequer, has … Continue reading
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Offshore bank accounts – the benefits for expats
An offshore bank account is a useful tool for any GCC-based expat. You don’t need to be wealthy to have one and there are multiple benefits. Offshore banks are highly regulated and they are not just for the rich, or … Continue reading
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Tagged Becoming an expat in the UAE, British Expats, British Expats Dubai, Dubai financial advice, financial advice, financial advice Dubai, Independent financial advice in the UAE, independent financial adviser, Isle of Man banks, offshore bank, offshore bank account, offshore banking, offshore investment, UK tax
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Sitting tight – the importance of remaining invested
There is no question that we are in interesting times for investment markets and we have all seen falls in the value of our portfolios This article is designed to explain why you really should not worry and why you … Continue reading
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Need to know: The UK’s Foreign Spouse Exemption, the tax issue you don’t hear about
I last covered this topic many years ago, so it is time for an update. If you are a Brit with a foreign husband or wife, or you are not British but are married to a Brit, this article is … Continue reading
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