Expat News and Opinion

While we offer a free introductory services for people of all nationalities who have moved or are moving abroad, we also present the professional opinions of experts through our expert opinion section.

While you should not rely on any online article to make a decision about your finances, these articles will help you form a better understanding of complex situations and our complimentary introductions will enable you to make smarter choices, guiding you to a better life at home and abroad.

Selling a UK property while living abroad

Selling a UK property when living abroad is naturally exposed to certain bumps in the road including currency fluctuations and delays.

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How to calculate what I need to pay into a pension

This article provides a clear breakdown on how to calculate exactly what you should be contributing to your pension to get the retirement you want

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Eight simple steps you can take to make your UK tax return stress free

Over 750,000 people submit their tax return late, incurring sizeable fines and late filing penalties. Follow these eight simple steps to help you stop worrying…

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Transferring pension funds to a SIPP: Options available for British expats and foreign nationals living in the UK

While self-invested personal pension schemes (SIPPs) were originally designed for more experienced investors, more and more people (including UK non-residents) are transferring their personal pension…

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Obtaining a mortgage in the UK as a foreign national

Foreign nationals living in the UK are keen to own their own home, and of course this is more than possible and in most cases…

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Retiring to an EU country from the UK post-Brexit

Retiring abroad is still the dream for many people in the UK, however Brexit now completed, how do you retire in the EU?

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Avoiding rushed overseas property purchases post-Covid lockdown restrictions easing

With lockdown restrictions relating to Covid-19 easing around the world, this article provides a breakdown of why it is crucial to not dive head-first into…

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401K: Should American expats no longer living in the US close their 401k and/or IRA accounts?

Options for American's living or planning to live abroad who have been told their 401k or IRA accounts need to be shut down.

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How to spot a rogue financial adviser

Find out the common tricks and tactics rogue financial advisers will use to try and take your money away from you and know the steps…

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Immigration to the UK post-Brexit

With the UK leaving the EU, there have been a number of changes that will affect EU citizens planning to relocation and live in the…

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Why ethical investing is important to understand

This article provides an an in-depth look into how you can ensure that your important investments are done both ethically and efficiently.

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Expat News and Opinion

Selling a UK property while living abroad

How to calculate what I need to pay into a pension

Eight simple steps you can take to make your UK tax return stress free

Transferring pension funds to a SIPP: Options available for British expats and foreign nationals living in the UK

Obtaining a mortgage in the UK as a foreign national

Retiring to an EU country from the UK post-Brexit

Avoiding rushed overseas property purchases post-Covid lockdown restrictions easing

401K: Should American expats no longer living in the US close their 401k and/or IRA accounts?

How to spot a rogue financial adviser

Immigration to the UK post-Brexit

Why ethical investing is important to understand

Experts for Expats has been featured in...

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