Top Tips When Moving To New Zealand
Moving to to New Zealand? Read our tops tips from Crown Relocations to help you plan an easy move! Written exclusively for Expat Network by Crown Relocations Start with the visa! We recommend that you start the visa process as soon as possible. In some cases it can take a year or more to gain...
Maximize Returns Expert US Real Estate Financing Strategies
The US real estate market offers opportunities for investors to achieve excellent returns but how do you obtain the financing to enable you to invest to achieve those returns. In this webinar Lendai, a cutting-edge fintech lender, specializing in providing innovative financing solutions for foreign investors seeking opportunities in the US real estate market, explain...
Things Expats Need To Know About Taking Out Loans In Dubai
Dubai offers a blend of modernity and tradition. However, as an expat, navigating the financial landscape can be challenging, especially when it comes to taking out loans. In this article, the experts at Pacific Prime Dubai will outline essential information for expats considering loans in Dubai, including tips for securing the best deal. Types of...
How Investment Capital And Income Is Taxed In Spain
How much tax you pay on your investment capital and income in Spain is determined by your circumstances and the structure of your assets. Here, we break down some of the important considerations that affect your financial situation as an expatriate living in Spain. Written by Jason Porter of Blevins Franks Whether you have bank...
How UK Pensions Are Taxed In Portugal
If you’re retiring to Portugal, how will your UK pensions be taxed there? Other than government service pensions, your pension income will be liable for Portuguese tax, with the treatment varying according to the type of pension. Understanding the rules helps you plan ahead, avoid unwelcome surprises, and take the opportunity to establish the most...
FAQs: Completing A Self Assessment Tax Return For Previous Tax Years
Answers to frequently asked questions for UK taxpayers about completing and filing Self Assessment tax returns for previous tax years. Article written for Expat Network by GoSimpleTax Why might I submit Self Assessment tax returns for previous years? A common scenario is where HMRC has issued a notice to file a Self Assessment tax return,...
Retiring In France: Currency Issues
France has long been a popular retirement destination for British nationals, offering a distinct contrast in lifestyle, temperature, and culture despite its proximity. Around 150,000 UK expats live in France, accounting for 0.2% of the population, with active and welcoming expat communities spread around the country. Whether you want to retire peacefully in the warm...
What Benefits Can You Get From A Top-Up Insurance Plan?
While we all understand the importance of health insurance, many people are hesitant to buy one for fear of high premiums. For those who are looking to obtain better health coverage at a minimum cost, top-up insurance is a great way to enhance and extend your benefits. Here Pacific Prime UK, take a closer look...
What UK Tax Will You Pay If You Move To Australia?
What’s not to love about Australia? The seemingly continuous warm, sunny weather means people can enjoy their lives in the great outdoors for most of the year. Australia’s cities are ultra-modern and the natural environment is stunning, especially the beaches, which attract huge numbers (85% of Australia’s population live within 30 miles of the coast). ...
How Thailand’s Historic Bill Recognizing Marriage Equality Will Affect The Workplace
Thailand has recently passed a historic bill that recognizes marriage equality. This groundbreaking legislation not only has profound implications for the LGBTIQA+ community but also carries significant implications for the workplace. In this article, the experts at Pacific Prime Thailand will explore the key highlights of the bill and examine how its implementation is likely...
The Digital Nomad’s Guide To Healthcare
Even digital nomads, enjoying the freedom of working from anywhere in the world, aren’t immune to illnesses and injuries. Perhaps being bedridden with food poisoning or taking a spill on your motorbike sounds like a familiar scene. Suddenly, the excitement of your adventure is overshadowed by the daunting task of finding quality healthcare in an...
Why Retire To Spain?
Spain has always been a favourite retirement location, and with good reason. Why retire to Spain? The country has a sunny climate, wonderful food, a rich culture, and a laid-back way of life. Aside from these obvious draws, there are other practical advantages to retirement in Spain. Weather We realise this is a no-brainer, but...