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May Will Create Defining Legacy After Winning Her Brexit Battle
In November 2016 Britain’s High Court ruled that British Prime Minister Theresa May needed the backing of Parliament to trigger Article 50, a landmark ruling which fuelled speculation that Brexit may be thwarted by pro-EU politicians. Three months on and May has not only secured Parliamentary backing with ease, but has also strengthened her position…
Keep calm and carry on
Investors are likely to be feeling discomfort at the moment. Markets are on a rollercoaster ride with the S&P and the Nasdaq posting their worst returns in the past few weeks since the beginning of the pandemic. Wall Street saw wild swings in equity prices, with indices down 4% at one stage – only to…
Bank of England Governor Announces Inflation Rise
The governor of the Bank of England, Mark Carney, has announced that the fall in the value of Sterling will result in a rise of inflation on goods and services, starting with food prices in the next few years. Mr. Carney spoke at a public roundtable where he announced the rise, and warned that the…
Italy Offers Tax Free Haven for Wealthy Britons Seeking Brexit Escape
In an attempt to entice wealthy individuals to part with their cash on the Italian peninsular, Italy is set to introduce a set of measures which will allow expats to become residents whilst paying no tax on foreign income for 15 years. It is a move designed to entice disenfranchised Britons seeking to escape from…
Can you leave your pension savings to your loved ones?
Pension rules now make it possible to pass your pension plan on to your loved ones without paying the previous 55% ‘death tax’. These basic checks and steps can normally make sure your pension savings go to the right people in a tax-efficient way. Many people want to leave their assets to their children or…
Switzerland is Top Expat Destination
Switzerland comes top as an all-round expat destination Out of 35 countries Switzerland has been ranked number one as the best expat destination for a well balanced, good quality of life, Singapore, China and Germany were also in the top 5, whilst Egypt rated poorly at no. 34 and UK a miserable no. 33. Japan seems to…