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Are your funds in the dog house?

Posted on April 16, 2018 by

It is estimated that in the UK alone some £8 billion is languishing in under-performing investment funds. Add all the money in offshore funds and other jurisdictions and the number is worryingly large. These poorly performing funds, known as dogs, … Continue reading →

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When your investments are more than just money

Posted on February 6, 2018 by

For a significant number of investors, investing in shares and funds can feel like a dance with the devil as they have to compromise beliefs to achieve a return. With the growing awareness of the environmental impact of modern life, … Continue reading →

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Need to know: VAT in the UAE, what it means for individuals

Posted on November 26, 2017 by

We have known about the introduction of VAT on 1st January 2018 since early 2016 but the official guidance and final rules have not long been issued. There seems to be a fair amount of misunderstanding as to how it … 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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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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What’s your financial personality type?

Posted on January 9, 2017 by

We all have certain beliefs and behaviours that guide us in our choices in life, whether that is in respect of the food we eat, how we live, the way in which we work or bring up children, our political … Continue reading →

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UK National Insurance payments & the State Pension – what expats need to know

Posted on September 19, 2016 by

The rules regarding entitlement to the UK State Pension have just changed so if you are not fully aware of the changes, and how they might affect you, and studies show that few people are, you need to read on.

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