by SJB Global | Aug 8, 2025 | Ben Eccles, Expat Financial Planning, Life & Protection Insurance
After years of analysing global markets and advising expats, I’ve seen one clear pattern: Many DIY investors don’t fail because they lack intelligence… they fail because they’re doing it alone. Managing pensions, taxes, and investments across borders is complex. And...
by SJB Global | Mar 14, 2025 | Expat Financial Planning, Investments, Life & Protection Insurance, SJB Global
Planning for retirement involves balancing the desire for growth with the need for security. Fixed index annuities (FIAs) offer a blend of both, providing potential market-linked gains while safeguarding your principal. What Is a Fixed Index Annuity? A fixed index...
by SJB Global | May 31, 2024 | Ben Eccles, Estate Planning, Expat Financial Planning, Life & Protection Insurance, Regulations
Tax situation Not all clients will necessarily have a problem with IHT. In recent years, this has become more common due to the growth in stock market values and property prices, combined with a £325,000 threshold which has not increased since April 2009, albeit the...
by SJB Global | May 7, 2024 | Estate Planning, Life & Protection Insurance, Retirement Planning
Planning For Worst Case Scenario Nobody enjoys contemplating the implications of death or disability, yet neglecting to plan for these eventualities can lead to undue hardship for individuals and their families. It’s vital to approach protection as a...
by SJB Global | Apr 18, 2024 | Investments, Life & Protection Insurance
Understanding Whole of Life Policies Securing the financial future of your loved ones is a priority that sits at the top of many to-do lists. Enter whole-of-life policies—a type of life insurance designed to offer peace of mind, knowing that your family will be...
by SJB Global | Apr 8, 2024 | Life & Protection Insurance
Life insurance serves as a financial safety net, ensuring that your loved ones remain financially secure in your absence. It’s a contract between you and an insurance company, where you pay premiums in exchange for a lump sum payment to your beneficiaries upon...
