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Statutory Residence Test: How to establish your UK tax residence status

Statutory Residence Test: How to establish your UK tax residence status

An explanation of how to use the Statutory Residence Test to determine whether you are a UK resident or not for tax purposes. This has been updated with an easy to follow flowchart which you can ...

United Kingdom
SIPPS for Non-UK residents and Expats

SIPPS for Non-UK residents and Expats

There is much to consider when thinking about investing into a SIPP, start with our guide to self invested personal pensions for expats

Everywhere
Investing In UK Property: The Fundamentals for Expats and Non-Residents

Investing In UK Property: The Fundamentals for Expats and Non-Residents

This guide covers the process of buying a property in the UK in 2025 as an expat or non-resident, and the most important information you need to know.

United Kingdom
Is your money safe in the UK? A complete guide to FSCS protection and UK banking licences

Is your money safe in the UK? A complete guide to FSCS protection and UK banking licences

The FSCS provides some level of protection for consumer savings in the UK, but what is the full extent of the protection? And where does it offer no protection at all? Read our complete guide for ...

United Kingdom
Can foreigners buy property in the UK?

Can foreigners buy property in the UK?

I am not British but I'm interested in owning a property in the UK. Is it possible for foreigners to buy property in the UK?

United Kingdom
Non-Resident Landlord Scheme (NRLS) explained

Non-Resident Landlord Scheme (NRLS) explained

This article explains the obligations of non-resident landlords, agents acting for non-resident landlords and also the tenants of non-resident landlords.

United Kingdom
The difference between fee-based and commission-based financial advice

The difference between fee-based and commission-based financial advice

An overview of the main differences between fee-based financial advice and commission-based financial advice, including the pros and cons of each approach.

Everywhere
Five key considerations when moving money abroad

Five key considerations when moving money abroad

If you’re starting a new life overseas, one of the things you’ll need to think about is how you plan to manage your international currency transfers. In this article one of our experts looks at the ...

Everywhere
What is your residency status?

What is your residency status?

I live abroad and travel a lot, what is my residency status?

Everywhere
How do you move abroad?

How do you move abroad?

I'm thinking of relocating, but how do I actually go about moving abroad?

Everywhere
NHR 2.0 in Portugal: Tax Incentive for Scientific Research and Innovation (IFICI)

NHR 2.0 in Portugal: Tax Incentive for Scientific Research and Innovation (IFICI)

Portugal’s new Tax Incentive for Scientific Research and Innovation (commonly referred to as NHR 2.0) was introduced in December 2024 as an approach to attracting highly skilled professionals into ...

Portugal
How To Successfully Move From The US to Portugal

How To Successfully Move From The US to Portugal

In a recent webinar, we were joined by a panel of experts in Portugal relocation and US tax to give an overview of available Portuguese visas, property buying or renting in Portugal, and the tax and ...

Portugal
The 8 most important things to consider when moving to the UAE

The 8 most important things to consider when moving to the UAE

Thinking of moving to the UAE? Here are 8 essential considerations before making your decision.

United Arab Emirates
Can I transfer my pension?

Can I transfer my pension?

I have a UK based private pension, but can I transfer my pension elsewhere?

United Kingdom
Everything you need to know about buying a home in the UK

Everything you need to know about buying a home in the UK

This article explains the process of buying a home in the UK and provides you with a easy to follow guide which details the key terminology you will need to understand to make your property purchase ...

United Kingdom

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