Regions
How French succession law works
While there are many benefits to living in France, estate planning is not one of them, explains Jason Porter, director of European IFA firm Blevins Franks. After taking a look at succession tax last week, this week he breaks down succession laws that are complex, and which many feel are unfair.
No basis for hawkish turn as ECB holds firm
A meeting of the European Central Bank heralded few surprises on Thursday, but added fuel to speculation QE will continue past 2017.
Tax & Regulation | 9 Mar 17
UK fraud agency to probe failed Costa Rican forestry fund
The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has opened a criminal investigation into an alleged fraudulent investment scheme marketed by Ethical Forestry Limited and “associated companies” between 2007 and 2015.
Aviva strengthens foothold in Singapore with 420 advisers
Insurance giant Aviva has revealed it employs 420 financial advisers in its Singapore advisory unit which was established less than a year ago.
Offshore Bonds | 9 Mar 17
HMRC sets two year window to appeal offshore bond withdrawals
The UK tax office has given policyholders two years to appeal ‘unfair’ or disproportionate tax bills resulting from ‘mistaken’ withdrawals from life policies.