by Will | Jun 25, 2015 | Uncategorized
Following the 2004 UK Finance Act and the subsequent legislation that came into force on 6th April 2006, which created the now well established QROPS market, statistics show that over £1.5 billion of UK pension money has been transferred to QROPS. As the market...
by Will | Jun 9, 2015 | Uncategorized
The SEB Life International Portfolio Bond has proven to be an extremely popular choice for expats living in Spain, and it is easy to see why. The SEB Spanish Portfolio Bond provides investors with a wide choice of investment options, efficient administration,...
by Will | Apr 7, 2015 | Uncategorized
With the new pension freedoms now in force, the pensions industry are bracing themselves for the predicted wave of savers that will be looking to take advantage of the new rules and potentially cash in their entire schemes. Whilst holders of final salary...
by Will | Feb 26, 2015 | Uncategorized
We are now approaching the new tax year and from 6th April 2015 the rules that govern UK pension schemes are changing. For the majority of people, deciding what to do with their pension at retirement is likely to be the biggest and most important financial decision...
by Will | Sep 26, 2014 | Uncategorized
The fiscal areas covered by an Assurance Vie can be confusing for expats living in France. However, tax and estate planning will always be high on the list of priorities that need to be in order. The confusion can stem from the fact succession law and fiscal...
by Will | Sep 26, 2014 | Uncategorized
1. Portability and Flexibility One of the fundamental benefits of a QROPS is their flexibility. If you are an expat with no intention of returning to the UK you cannot afford to ignore the benefits that a QROPS can offer. Not only are they a great way...