Tax and pensions following the UK election
Now that the dust has settled on the UK elections, what does the result mean for tax and pensions? UK taxation continues to affect British expatriates living here if they
Never too late to take control of your financial future
One of the biggest challenges that expatriates confront when moving abroad is the complexity of expat finances. According to HSBC’s Expat Explorer Survey, 75% of respondents (9,288 respondents worldwide) say
Wealth creation and management – five key elements for success
In our view, there are five key aspects that you need to address to ensure you obtain the optimum investment portfolio to suit you and your particular situation: 1. Right
Hiring incentives
Employers who offer contracts to workers promote net hiring, and may benefit from financial incentives by supporting the most disadvantaged social groups. Incentives are diverse and, in certain situations, can
Local Lodging (Alojamento Local) reporting requirements to SEF
Many owner/operators of Local Lodging establishments have been caught by surprise by reporting requirements to the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF – Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras). In order
Will Old Blighty be left in the cold?
Eighteen years in the waiting for a Conservative-only cabinet meeting! Whilst a majority win for the Conservatives, the newly-elected “captain of the boat” David Cameron must ensure he has the
UK pension liberation or incarceration?
From April 2015, changes in the UK have given the 55s and over the freedom to decide how to access their pension funds if they have a pension based on how much
Tax implications of owning a property in Portugal
If you own, or are thinking of buying, property in Portugal, you need to be aware of all the tax implications and what your tax liabilities are, both in Portugal
UK steps up fight against tax evasion
The UK government has been steadily cracking down on offshore tax evasion for years, arming HM Revenue & Customs with more and more tools to uncover undeclared assets and income.
Market Update
This week Blacktower brings to you the latest market update from David Miller, Executive Director of Quilter Cheviot and Fund Manager of Nexus Global Solutions Portfolio. David is a highly

