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Is an investment platform legitimate? How to spot potential fraud

Expats are increasingly targeted by sophisticated investment scams posing as legitimate platforms. This article explains how to spot red flags, verify regulatory status, and protect your funds before ...

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Healthcare in the UK for Americans

If you're an American moving to the UK, understanding the National Health Service (NHS) is essential. This article explains how healthcare in the UK works, what’s covered by the NHS, how visa status ...

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UK Visa Options for American Citizens

For Americans considering a move to the UK, understanding the available visa options is essential. This guide outlines all major long-term UK visa routes available to U.S. citizens, including work, ...

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Double Taxation Agreements with the UK

If you are considered a tax resident in two or more countries, it is important to understand possible tax relief through double tax treaties. This article looks at double taxation agreements the UK ...

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UK Tax Guide For Expats & Non-Residents

UK expat tax advice for British expats and non-residents, updated for the 2025/26 tax years. Provides an overview of your UK tax residence status, the SRT, Capital Gains Tax and personal allowance ...

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UK immigration changes (July 2025): What expats and employers need to know

From July 2025, significant updates to UK immigration rules will affect visa applicants, employers, and EU nationals. With key changes to the Skilled Worker route, health and care sector recruitment, ...

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Do I owe UK Capital Gains Tax if I sell my UK property while living abroad?

If you're living outside the UK and thinking about selling a UK property, you may still owe Capital Gains Tax in the UK. This guide answers frequently asked questions about CGT for non-residents ...

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UK Capital Gains Tax for Expats: 2025 Rules, 60-Day Reporting & Reliefs

UK Capital Gains Tax is a tax which is levied against the profits made on assets, this article looks at how non-UK residents are affected by UK capital gains tax

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Statutory Residence Test: How to establish your UK tax residence status

An explanation of how to use the Statutory Residence Test to determine whether you are a UK resident or not for tax purposes. This has been updated with an easy to follow flowchart which you can ...

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Statutory Residence Test: Why DIY tax planning could be a risky and costly mistake

The Statutory Residence Test may look simple, and online flowcharts combined with AI may make it feel easy to navigate, but it's easy to make very costly mistakes when you try to DIY tax planning. ...

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Moving to New Zealand on a Straight to Residence Visa

Wondering whether you can move to New Zealand to work on a long-term basis? This guide for expats outlines the key things you need to know about the Straight to Residence pathway and whether you ...

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Moving to Cyprus: A guide for British people looking to relocate

This article offers practical insights for British people considering moving to Cyprus, covering key topics such as property, residency permits, taxation, retirement and business setup. It highlights ...

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AI and Tax: Why DIY tax "advice" is likely to be a costly mistake

This article explores the growing trend of using AI tools, eg ChatGPT, for international tax advice and highlights the risks and misconceptions associated with a DIY approach to doing your taxes. The ...

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Key US and UK tax deadlines for American expats living in the UK

Staying on top of both US and UK tax deadlines as an American living in the UK is essential to remain compliant and avoid penalties. This guide outlines the key dates, filing obligations, and ...

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Birmingham: The UK’s rising star for property investment

Birmingham is gradually emerging as one of the UK’s most exciting property investment hotspots. Backed by £billions of ambitious redevelopment projects of the past couple of decades, the UK’s second ...

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