Three mistakes to avoid when estate planning for Portugal
Estate planning always needs careful consideration but is even more important for expatriates, who face two key complications. First, there is the legal element – will your will work as
One must have a mind of winter
How can one address this, writing about winter and cold and snow in poems whilst the temperature is still mild outside here in the Algarve. I thought we would take
Portugal’s economy waits for the storm clouds to finally lift
A few years back, I interviewed a professional yachtsman. In his mid-twenties, but with a manner older than his years, he made his living delivering yachts around the world. I
Residency rules and the Withdrawal Agreement – Frequently Asked Questions || Part 1
The Withdrawal Agreement provides for citizens’ rights upon the UK’s withdrawal from the EU. The following are some FAQs based on policy set by SEF (Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras).
Why we will all have to work longer thanks to Quantitative Easing
When would you like to retire? The answer probably depends upon your age. If you are in your 20s (and unless you love your job), you may well think that
It’s not easy to outpace markets – here’s how you can try
This year has had more shocks, twists and turns than most, with the Covid-19 pandemic, continuing Brexit uncertainty, US-China trade tensions and a US presidential race. Fortunately, with potential vaccines
Portuguese State Budget 2021: what we know so far
The proposed 2021 state budget, fashioned with strong socialist leanings, has been delivered to the National Assembly for debate and approval before the end of 2020. After three months of
Portimão tackles “economic catastrophe” with plan to get businesses back on their feet
Portimão Council is working on a plan to support local businesses which have been struggling since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and have now been dealt a new blow
Does your cross-border tax planning stand up to today’s scrutiny?
There has never been more tax transparency than today. With the ‘Common Reporting Standard’ (CRS) global initiative now in full flow, tax offices across the world are keeping track of
Brexit: As UK banks start withdrawing services for expatriates, what next?
A big issue to hit the news recently is whether UK banks can continue providing services to EU residents after Brexit. It has been widely reported that high street banks