Tips in investing in tough times
When the economy slows down, it is inevitable share prices will take a hit. Such times are never...
“Brexit proof” your investments using top UK financial institutions
If you are living in France, Spain, Luxembourg or Belgium, did you know that certain large, household name
UK financial institutions offer products locally from Dublin based sister organisations?
These products are both EU regulated and tax efficient in the country where you live.
For example, one of the largest Insurance companies in the UK offers a fully French compliant (Dublin based) Assurance Vie. Another offers a Branch 23 product, which is tax efficient in Belgium. Both companies offer a tax efficient solution for Spanish residents.
As a result, should the UK leave the EU, you can still invest with companies whose names you know and trust,
in a tax efficient manner,in the country you call home.
Latest Financial News for Expats in Europe
2019: Modelo 720 – Reporting time for overseas assets
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The danger of waiting for Brexit
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Ethical investing – what exactly does it mean?
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Modelo 720: Final Date for Submission is 31st March 2019
Within the framework of the “anti-fraud” plan launched in 2013, the Spanish government imposed the obligation for Spanish...
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