Whether you’ve already moved to Spain, or you plan to retire there, it is important to have a good understanding of your pension portfolio. It is likely that your UK pensions are the major contributor for your income in retirement. Therefore, it is important to have a good understanding to ensure they last as long...

One of the major goals of every investor is to find ways to reduce costs and enhance the growth of their investments. Different kinds of investments have different rules that apply to them and influence their growth and profitability. To make the right choices, you need to have a good understanding of how these...

Running a small business comes with its fair share of risks and responsibilities. Among these responsibilities is ensuring the safety and well-being of your employees. While you may take all necessary precautions to maintain a safe work environment, accidents can still happen. In such instances, having workers compensation in place is essential for both your...

As a US expat, you’re exploring the advantages of life overseas. But there’s one opportunity you don’t want to miss – claiming your U.S. government COVID stimulus checks, otherwise known as Economic Impact Payments, which can amount to up to 3.200 US dollars. The final deadline of June 15, 2024, is fast approaching!  This is not...

While the annual tax season can be stressful for filers, the burden is even greater for Americans overseas. About 9 million U.S. citizens live abroad, the U.S. Department of State estimates. Nearly a quarter of U.S. expats are “seriously considering” or “planning” to renounce U.S. citizenship according to 1040 Abroad. For those looking to renounce citizenship,...

In the ever-evolving landscape of modern business, staying at the forefront of technological advancements is not just advantageous—it’s essential. Tech tools can automate mundane tasks, optimize operations, and provide invaluable insights into customer behavior. Whether it’s to improve productivity, manage projects effortlessly, or enhance customer engagement, there is a suite of tech tools designed to...

April 6, and that can mean only one thing – the start of the new UK tax year. It’s when most changes to UK tax rules come into force, which can be good or bad news for you and your rental income. It can also be the perfect time to make tax less of a...

My habitual residence is in Spain and I have received an inheritance from abroad. Do I have to pay taxes in Spain? Can I deduct inheritance tax paid abroad? Written by Dimitrichka Nedelcheva Anghelova, tax lawyer. AGM Abogados The tax consequences in Spain of receiving an inheritance abroad will depend on where the heir lives...

Navigating the business landscape as an expat often involves overcoming unique challenges. IT professionals, with their specialized skills and global perspective, play a crucial role in enabling these ambitious individuals to adapt and thrive in new markets. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative strategies, they provide the tools and solutions essential for expats to establish...

In Spain, the Council of Ministers of 27 December 2023 approved the creation of the Co-Investment Fund (also known as “FOCO” in Spain). The management of the Fund is entrusted to COFIDES and will have resources from the Next Generation EU instrument and a budget of €2 billion. The purpose is to mobilise resources from...

Many UK landlords, possibly you included, do their own annual Self Assessment tax returns, even though it’s a task that most dislike. It’s boring and it takes up precious time you would rather spend doing anything else. Here are our landlord self assessment tips. Article written by GoSimpleTax But you can save a few quid...

Airbnb’s success is truly amazing. The story began in 2007, when the first two Hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home. Airbnb now has more than 4m Hosts worldwide who have welcomed more than 1.5bn guests in more than 220 countries. Article written by GoSimpleTax There are hundreds of thousands of active UK...