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Anti-money laundering and source of funds requirements when buying UK property from overseas

Buying UK property from overseas involves strict anti-money laundering and source of funds checks. This guide explains identity verification, documentation requirements, enhanced due diligence and ...

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A guide for buying a property for your child attending university in the UK

Buying property for a child attending university in the UK can involve HMO rules, rental income tax, mortgage considerations and compliance obligations. This guide explains how the structure works ...

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A comprehensive guide to investing in UK property from overseas

A practical guide to investing in UK property from overseas, covering objectives, regional differences, finance, tax, legal structure and the key considerations non-resident buyers must understand ...

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How to buy property in the UK as a foreign national

Foreign nationals can legally buy property in the UK, but ownership does not grant residency and the surrounding tax, financing and compliance rules differ from domestic purchases. This guide ...

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Freehold vs leasehold UK property ownership explained

If you’re buying property in the UK, there are two ownership options: freehold or leasehold. In this article, we explain the difference between the two and the proposed leasehold reforms which are ...

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Choosing between new build and resale property in the UK

Choosing between new build and resale property in the UK affects valuation risk, financing, rental yield, service charges and exit liquidity. This guide explains how each structure behaves so ...

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Tax implications of UK property investment as a non-resident

Non-resident buyers of UK property face tax at multiple stages: purchase, ownership, disposal and succession. This guide explains Stamp Duty, rental income tax, Capital Gains Tax, inheritance ...

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The legal process and conveyancing when buying UK property

The UK conveyancing process is structured and legally binding at exchange of contracts. This guide explains the role of solicitors, surveys, lender panels, communication between firms and what ...

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The Grandparent Conundrum: Retiring abroad in an age of rising childcare costs

Grandparents have become an essential part of the UK childcare system, yet retirement overseas offers lifestyle freedom, affordability and independence that many have worked decades to achieve. This ...

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A regional guide to investing in UK property from overseas

In this guide for expats and non-residents wanting to purchase UK property, we’ll cover how to decide which area of the UK to invest in, depending on your goals.

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UK-Spain tax requirements when moving to Spain from the UK

This guide explains how UK and Spanish tax rules apply when moving to Spain from the UK. It covers tax residency, pensions, income reporting, capital gains, wealth considerations and how the UK–Spain ...

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Managing your finances, wealth and pensions when moving to Spain from the UK

This guide explains how British people should approach financial planning when moving to Spain. It covers UK pensions, ISAs, investments, wealth tax, currency risk, banking and regulation, ...

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UK Motor Finance Commission Complaints: A guide for people living overseas

British expats who took out UK car finance between 2007 and 2024 may be eligible for compensation due to undisclosed commission arrangements. This guide explains who may qualify, including people ...

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Buying residential property in Spain

This guide explains how buying residential property in Spain works for British people moving from the UK. It covers the legal process, regional price differences, taxes and ongoing obligations, ...

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