Money and finance help for expats

Managing your money and investments when you move abroad can be complicated, and  extra caution is definitely required. We've created this library of information and guidance on what you need to know to manage your money and finances when you're living abroad.

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Why have 91% of expats not sought expert financial advice?

Why have 91% of expats not sought expert financial advice?

While expat financial affairs are complex, very few expats actually seek financial advice. This article provides a summary of our recent report looking at The State of Expat Financial Advice

Pension Transfer Options For Holders Of UK Pensions Living In The US (formerly QROPS in the US)

Pension Transfer Options For Holders Of UK Pensions Living In The US (formerly QROPS in the US)

An explanation of UK pension transfers for residents in the US, including an explanation of why you cannot use a ROPS/QROPS as part of your pension transfer

British Expats Financial Checklist for 2023

British Expats Financial Checklist for 2023

2023 is the perfect time to both re-evaluate your options, read our financial checklist to help prepare for a financially smart year.

How to make financial decisions in turbulent times

How to make financial decisions in turbulent times

With the world facing its most unpredictable future, understanding how to make financial decisions in turbulent times is critical.

Income Protection Insurance for British Expats

Income Protection Insurance for British Expats

Income protection insurance is widely overlooked by expats, but has some extremely rewarding qualities, this article looks at the options available for British expats

How a devalued British pound affects British expats and options to minimise the impact

How a devalued British pound affects British expats and options to minimise the impact

With GBP reaching it's lowest value against the US dollar and continuing to show signs of weakness, this article looks at the impacts, opportunities and options that exist for British expats who are ...

Investing in start-ups as an expat

Investing in start-ups as an expat

The article lays out some key fundamentals when investing in unlisted companies and looks at the various options available as well as the key benefits and risks

Back-end loads: How to avoid being stung with hidden fees as an expat investor

Back-end loads: How to avoid being stung with hidden fees as an expat investor

In regulated financial markets, back-end loads are a legitimate fee option. However, many expats are being stung with hidden fees masquerading as back-end loads

QROPS (ROPS) Pitfalls: How to protect yourself

QROPS (ROPS) Pitfalls: How to protect yourself

Every day, thousands of expats are targeted with QROPS cold-calls. Here's the story of one such expat and how they protected themselves by using Experts for Expats

Alternative investments and crowdfunding explained

Alternative investments and crowdfunding explained

Alternative investments are increasingly attracting the attention of investors; but should you be considering them and which is the best option for you?

Pension deficits: Should you be concerned and what are your options?

Pension deficits: Should you be concerned and what are your options?

There is much media coverage surrounding pension deficits, but how have they come about, should you be concerned and what are your options?

QROPS vs QNUPS

QROPS vs QNUPS

To have an overseas pension plan classed as QNUPS some important requirements must be met.

Defined benefit pension schemes explained

Defined benefit pension schemes explained

Learn more about defined benefit pension schemes and the options available to people who either live in the UK or abroad as an expat

Choosing a Financial Adviser

Choosing a Financial Adviser

If an adviser is using fear to get you to sign their agreement, take a step back and, again, get a second opinion.

9 major differences between good and bad financial advisers

9 major differences between good and bad financial advisers

Getting good financial advice is essential if you are looking to make an investment, but how can tell if the adviser you've chosen is good or not? These are our 9 tips