In our quest for sunnier shores and new adventures, one critical financial aspect often overlooked is the tax treatment of UK pensions abroad. It’s a common assumption that the tax privileges enjoyed in the UK will seamlessly transfer overseas, particularly when it comes to the tax-free Pension Commencement Lump Sum (PCLS). This assumption, however, can...Continue reading
Month: December 2023
Tech and your tenners
I’ve always been fascinated with technology and how is helps us with our money – right from a kid with a fistful of tenners to my current position in our tech-driven profession. And, as someone who has witnessed the evolution of personal finance across different continents, I can attest to the revolutionary role that technology...Continue reading
The price of coffee and inflation
In my two decades of living in various countries and working with clients worldwide, I’ve seen firsthand how inflation can influence everything from the cost of a morning coffee and croissant here in France to a bagel in the U.S., or a cruffin in South Africa. It’s a stark reminder that inflation is not just...Continue reading