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Buying Property In Germany

Make sure you follow the correct procedures to smooth the process of buying property in Germany. By Christopher Nye To buy or not to buy, that has been the question in Germany in recent years. It was a country where most people rented, protected by strong pro-tenant laws, and where property price rises were...

Iran Now Open For Business?

There is no doubt that the events of January have been game changing. After a decade of international pressure and extended negotiations, trade and economic sanctions against Iran were finally relaxed. The move will undoubtedly have a huge impact on the Middle East, and events are being watched with trepidation from Washington to Jerusalem, say...

Can I Send Money Back To The UK Untaxed?

Am I right in thinking that, as long as fewer than 90 days is spent in the UK in a tax year, then overseas earnings may be repatriated to the UK without attracting UK tax? Am I also right that these repatriated earnings may NOT be used for investment in individual savings accounts (ISAs)? Adam...