by SJB Global | Jun 23, 2025 | Expat Financial Planning, George Symes, Investments, Lump Sum, Tax Planning, UK
Moving overseas as a UK expat opens exciting new financial opportunities but also brings challenges, especially when investing a lump sum. Whether you have inherited money, saved a windfall, or are transferring assets internationally, knowing how to invest wisely can...
by SJB Global | Jun 2, 2025 | Expat Financial Planning, Guides, Investments, Jake Barber, Markets & Economy, Regulations
Investors are always on the lookout for ways to understand what’s happening in the market. One tool that’s been getting more attention lately? M2 money supply. It’s a key measure of how much money is floating around in the economy, and that can tell you a lot about...
by SJB Global | May 26, 2025 | Australia, Expat Financial Planning, George Symes, Investments, Pensions, Tax Planning, UK
If you are thinking about retiring in Australia, it may be possible to move your UK pension there, but there are strict rules. Transfers can only be made to Australian superannuation funds that appear on HMRC’s list of recognised overseas pension schemes (QROPS), and...
by SJB Global | May 12, 2025 | Estate Planning, Expat Financial Planning, France, George Symes, Investments, Retirement Planning, Tax Planning
For residents of France, an assurance vie is a key financial product worth considering. But what exactly is an assurance vie, and what benefits does it offer to those living in France? This post explains what an Assurance Vie is, its key benefits, tax advantages, and...
by SJB Global | May 5, 2025 | Europe, Expat Financial Planning, George Symes, Investments, Pensions, Retirement Planning, UK
An International SIPP (Self-Invested Personal Pension) is a UK-registered pension arrangement tailored for British nationals living overseas. It allows expats to retain control over their UK pension investments while benefiting from the regulatory protections of the...
by SJB Global | Apr 30, 2025 | Dion Angove, Expat Financial Planning, Investments, Tax Planning
Returning to the UK after a period of living overseas requires more than booking a flight. With the UK’s tax reforms now in effect from 6 April 2025, British citizens must understand how their foreign-held assets are treated under the new residence-based taxation...
