Category Archives: Tax & info

How to focus on your financial priorities

Posted on August 14, 2017 by

Many of us muddle through our financial lives, not focusing on what matters the most, so this article is designed to help you sort out your financial priorities. You have probably thought that there are some issues you need to … Continue reading →

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Need to know: New to Dubai? Important financial information

Posted on July 3, 2017 by

This is not a complete guide to setting up in Dubai but one that gives an overview of many of the financial, and some of the legal, issues of which new residents need to be aware. Your ability to live … Continue reading →

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Need to know: Taxes on UK property

Posted on June 12, 2017 by

I have previously written about the various taxes that relate to the ownership of property in the UK but this article brings all the information together in one handy guide. This is written for the benefit of expats. There are … Continue reading →

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A guide to buying property & getting a mortgage in Dubai

Posted on April 10, 2017 by

Buying a property in the UAE can be daunting, especially for the first-time buyer. Expats have only been able to buy here since 2001, and only in specific areas, so many people are unfamiliar with the process as it can … Continue reading →

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An expat’s guide to buying property in the UK

Posted on April 3, 2017 by

No matter what is happening in the rest of the world, interest in the UK housing market remains strong with many people looking to buy a property as part of their portfolio of investments, or as a future home. For … Continue reading →

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UK Budget March 2017 – the main points for expats

Posted on March 9, 2017 by

9th March 2017 saw the final UK Spring Budget as the announcements now move to the Autumn. As ever there were a number of measures that will affect expats, including a surprise regarding pensions. This article is a brief overview … Continue reading →

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UK Autumn Statement, November 2016 – the facts that expats need to know

Posted on November 25, 2016 by

Following changes of leadership in the Conservative Party earlier this year, the new UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond, presented the UK Autumn Statement and Spending Review to parliament on 24th November. These reports are always lengthy and whilst … Continue reading →

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