Brexit has meant many UK citizens living in the EU have seen the forced closure of their UK bank accounts. But this is likely to be just the beginning – EU pensions and investments could be next.   Financial services – 6.9% of the UK economy in 2019, do not form...

The UK has left the EU and as there has not been an agreement on services the UK is no longer subject to EU financial regulation and as  this has had an impact on British residents living in the EU.  In this article from Blevins Franks they look at the implications for British citizens who...

With Theresa May’s Chequers plan firmly rejected by Donald Tusk, President of the EU as well as by her fellow leaders within the EU where does this leave us now?  Many are predicting that there will inevitably be a ‘no deal’ Brexit focusing attention on the contingency plans announced in August.  Others cling to the...

For many Brits retiring abroad provides the opportunity to turn their dream holiday destination into a permanent lifestyle. Surveys indicate that around one in ten people in the UK are considering retiring abroad and although many will not follow through to actually make the move the numbers are increasing. Choosing a retirement destination Expats often...

With early and careful planning, you can prevent costly mistakes and make the most of tax-efficient opportunities when moving to France. It is important to be wary of UK rules on residence. By Jason Porter This article was written exclusively for Expat Network by Jason Porter, Business Development Director at tax and wealth management advisors Blevins...

Were you offered ‘free’ advice by your financial adviser when he or she sold you that investment product, pension or regular savings plan? If the answer is yes, then you have probably been taken for a ride. All advice costs money, and there are two ways you can pay for it: fees or commission. Fees...

I am planning to move back to New Zealand some time in the future, having been in the UK already for 15 years. I am self-employed and have no pension plan or property, so I reckon I need to get these in place with a view to taking a rental income from the UK property...