by SJB Global | May 4, 2026 | Expat Financial Planning, George Symes, Pensions, UK
For many British retirees living overseas, the UK State Pension forms a core part of their retirement income. However, not all expatriates receive annual increases to their pension. State Pension freezing is one of the least understood aspects of retiring abroad. The...
by SJB Global | Apr 22, 2026 | Expat Financial Planning, George Symes, Pensions, Retirement Planning, UK
For many professionals preparing to leave the United Kingdom, pension consolidation appears to be a logical step. Multiple defined contribution schemes accumulated over years of employment can feel inefficient and administratively cumbersome. However, once you become...
by SJB Global | Apr 21, 2026 | Expat Financial Planning, George Symes, Property & Capital Gains Tax, Tax Planning, UK
Many expatriates assume that once they leave the United Kingdom, they can sell UK property without UK tax consequences. In reality, this is rarely the case. Since changes introduced in recent years, non residents are subject to UK capital gains tax on disposals of UK...
by SJB Global | Apr 10, 2026 | Dion Angove, Investments, Pensions, UK
Important Information This article is provided for information purposes only and is not intended to constitute financial, tax, or legal advice, or a recommendation to take any specific action. Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to...
by SJB Global | Feb 16, 2026 | Ben Eccles, Estate Planning, Inheritance Tax, Tax Planning, UK, Wealth Management
There is no single official statistic that precisely measures how many people in the UK do not understand Inheritance Tax (IHT). However, multiple surveys and research reports provide strong indications that public understanding is low. Key Findings from Surveys...
by SJB Global | Jan 28, 2026 | Expat Financial Planning, George Symes, Pensions, Retirement Planning, UK
The UK government has confirmed a major change to the way British expats can build their state pension entitlement. From 6 April 2026, access to Class 2 Voluntary National Insurance Contributions (VNICs) will be removed for most people living abroad. At the same time,...
