Tag Archives: expat financial advice

News: Tax update for expats unable to leave the UK

Posted on March 24, 2020 by

HMRC (Her Majesty’s Revenue & Customs) has announced that it will be giving special treatment to non-residents who are forced to stay in the UK exceeding their permitted number of days. With quite a few expats unable to leave due … Continue reading →

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Coronavirus and your investments – part 2

Posted on March 17, 2020 by

I published an article on this topic on 4th March but with the ongoing situation and further stock markets falls, it is time for another. With worries and panic across the world in respect of both health and all the … Continue reading →

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UK Budget March 2020 – the facts for expats

Posted on March 11, 2020 by

This is the first budget of this Government and the first by Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, less than a month after taking over at the Treasury. This article is a brief overview of some of the main points with particular reference … Continue reading →

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Expats in The UAE & Money. 10 mistakes you want to avoid

Posted on January 21, 2020 by

It is not uncommon for expats for make a few financial mistakes when they move to another country but proper planning, research and the right advice will mean you do the right things. This is a list of the most … Continue reading →

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Wishing you all a very Happy New Year!

Posted on December 31, 2019 by
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UAE Public Holidays for 2020

Posted on December 28, 2019 by

These are the official dates of public holidays for the UAE for the coming year, as well as notable dates, so you can make a note in your diary now and plan ahead. Actual days of holiday for both the … Continue reading →

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How much do those Christmas pop songs earn every year?

Posted on December 22, 2019 by

Every year, we hear familiar songs on the radio but have you ever stopped to wonder just how much the writers and performers receive from the repeated airplay? The amounts may surprise you as for the biggest songs the amounts … Continue reading →

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Seasonal Spending – hints and tips for a happier Christmas & New Year

Posted on November 24, 2019 by

As we head rapidly towards the end of 2019 the prospect of Christmas and New Year is daunting for many due to the cost of the celebrations. With Christmas being as much a cultural as a religious event for most … Continue reading →

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Sharia law & your money in the UAE

Posted on October 27, 2019 by

Whilst most people are aware that Sharia law is the legal framework used in the GCC countries, not all expats have realised that this can affect them and their money. Did you know that on death your bank accounts and assets … Continue reading →

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News: Risk of UK State Pension freeze remains for British pensioners in Europe

Posted on October 3, 2019 by

Starting next week some 360,000 British pensioners living in Europe will receive letters from The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)  confirming that their UK State Pension pension will rise each year for at least the next three years in … Continue reading →

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