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Brexit stokes pension fears and uncertainty, say IFAs
British expats living overseas face a period of uncertainty around their retirement plans after the UK’s shocking decision to leave the European Union on Friday, according to IFA firms around the world.
IFA warns of capital gains tax hike on expat homes in Europe
British expats living in Europe could be hit with higher rates of capital gains tax (CGT) on their homes if Britain decides to leave the European Union on Thursday, international IFA firm Blevins Franks has warned.
EU probe into Spanish expat fines delayed – Blevins Franks
An EU investigation into a Spanish law, which requires every expat to declare all their foreign assets worth over €50,000 (£39,353, $56,762) or face heavy fines, may drag on for years, European advisory firm Blevins Franks has revealed.
UK expats must review wills ahead of EU succession rules
UK residents with assets in Europe could become liable for a heavy tax bill on their death as a result of changes in EU cross-border succession rules due to become effective next week.
Canary Islands Gov’t reduces succession and gift tax by 99%
The Canary Islands has announced that tax on successions and gifts to children and spouses will be reduced by 99%, a measure which is likely to save taxpayers on the island around €30m next year.