by SJB Global | Jun 25, 2026 | Expat Financial Planning, Regulations, SJB Global, UK
The resignation of Prime Minister Keir Starmer has once again placed UK politics firmly in the spotlight and, while political change is nothing new in Westminster, it inevitably raises questions among those planning significant life decisions. For many Britons...
by SJB Global | Jun 23, 2026 | Expat Financial Planning, Regulations, Retirement Planning, SJB Global
For expats and internationally mobile families, managing retirement savings often involves cross-border accounts, pension transfers, and long-term planning decisions. Unfortunately, this complexity can also make expats a prime target for financial scams. Recent UK...
by SJB Global | Jun 15, 2026 | Pensions, Regulations, SJB Global, UK
The UK Government has announced plans to remove one of the most controversial elements of the pension transfer regulations introduced in 2021, in a move that could significantly speed up legitimate pension transfers for thousands of savers. The Department for Work and...
by SJB Global | Oct 6, 2025 | Expat Financial Planning, George Symes, Pension Transfers, Pensions, Regulations, Retirement Planning, UK
Thinking about transferring your UK pension to a Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Scheme (QROPS)? Recent 2025 rule updates mean this familiar route now comes with more constraints and charges. For UK expats, understanding the latest tax changes, eligibility...
by SJB Global | Jul 24, 2025 | Expat Financial Planning, Pension Transfers, Regulations, SJB Global, UK
Defined benefit pensions have long been seen as one of the most secure ways to fund retirement. But recently, more people have started looking into whether transferring out of a DB scheme could be a better fit for their lifestyle or long-term goals. If you’re...
by SJB Global | Jul 14, 2025 | Expat Financial Planning, George Symes, Regulations, Retirement Planning, Tax Planning, UK
Let’s talk about wealth taxes. Not income tax. Not inheritance tax. I’m talking about a levy on total net assets, including things like property, investments, luxury items, and savings. The idea sounds simple enough: tax the accumulated assets of the wealthiest...
