by SJB Global | Jun 14, 2024 | Expat Financial Planning, Pensions, UK
Imagine a world where your retirement savings can be invested in anything from beachfront property in Bali to a collection of fine wines, all while being protected from the taxman’s reach. Welcome to the realm of Qualifying Non-UK Pension Schemes, or QNUPS,...
by SJB Global | Jun 13, 2024 | Expat Financial Planning, Pensions, Tax Planning
So, you’re thinking of retiring somewhere sunny, where the tea isn’t the national beverage, and you’re wondering about your UK pension? Specifically, the lovely chunk known as the Pension Commencement Lump Sum (PCLS)? Before you pack up your...
by SJB Global | Jun 13, 2024 | Estate Planning, Expat Financial Planning, SJB Global, Tax Planning
A Shift from Domicile to Residency Status Explained There have been significant proposed changes to the UK’s tax regime concerning non-domiciled individuals and how it impacts inheritance tax (IHT). Here’s an overview based on the latest updates from the...
by SJB Global | Jun 11, 2024 | Estate Planning, Expat Financial Planning, Jake Barber, Pensions, Regulations, UK
Understanding how your UK pension is taxed upon death while living abroad is crucial for effective estate planning and ensuring your heirs receive the maximum benefit from your pension savings. The tax implications can vary significantly depending on the type of...
by SJB Global | Jun 11, 2024 | Brexit, Expat Financial Planning, Pension Transfers, Pensions, UK
Ah, Brexit. The gift that keeps on giving, like a fruitcake that’s been passed around the family for years, or that email chain letter your aunt keeps forwarding. Just when you think you’ve got a handle on it, Brexit throws another curveball. This time,...