Author name: Lawrie Chandler

A humorous scene in a traditional pub with two men personifying Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax. One man demands everything over £325,000, while the other claims a portion of every profitable sale

What could some of the budget changes be in Oct 2024?

Labour’s first budget warns of pain ahead, so here is an outline of the current inheritance tax and capital gains tax regimes that are under the spotlight With the Labour government’s first budget looming after we return from summer holiday’s there is much speculation (and dread) about the government’s long-promised tax reforms. Speaches of pain […]

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Case Study: Navigating Complex US Inheritance Paperwork for a UK Beneficiary

In this case study, we provided assistance with US inheritance paperwork to the niece of a beneficiary, who had to navigate a dizzying array of unfamiliar financial terms, how to handle an individual retirement account (IRA) inheritance, and forms for inheriting a US annuity that was issued by a US Mutual. Background Information Personal/Financial Situation: The client

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Understanding Retirement Accounts: SIPP vs. IRA vs. 401(k) for UK and US Residents when in the UK

Navigating retirement savings can be complex, especially for individuals who have worked or lived in both the UK and the US. This article will compare Self-Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs), Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), and 401(k) plans, focusing on age-related and inheritance considerations. We’ll address common questions that may arise for Americans residing in the UK

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Case Study: How One Individual Maximised Cash Returns by Consolidating Funds

This case study explores how an individual with substantial cash holdings in various accounts consolidated their funds into one platform to achieve better returns, avoiding the low interest rates and fees associated with traditional bank and stockbroking accounts. To consolidate cash savings into a single platform offering better returns than traditional banks and avoid the

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Case Study: Strategic Retirement Planning for a Dual-Income Business Owner

This case study examines how a business owner effectively took profits from their company while simultaneously saving for retirement through both company contributions and personal contributions from a secondary PAYE job. Personal/Financial Situation: The client is a business owner who also holds a secondary job where they are paid through PAYE. They wanted to take

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Case Study: How a US-UK Family Secured Their Children’s Financial Future with ISAs

This case study explores how a US person, married to a British man and living in the UK, successfully set up ISAs for their children despite initial online reading suggesting it was impossible due to their Children holding US passports. The couple wanted to start saving for their children’s future through ISAs but were previously

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Clear(er) path to clients getting money from Brite Advisors

During May, lots of details came out showing what was happening with Brite Advisors’ receivership, and June’s court orders have provided instructions to interested parties on what to do. The court’s specific instructions now present a clearer picture of a route to beneficiaries receiving their cash, but some beneficiaries may be more complicated due to

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ISA Season. Open Shares ISA Online. Accepts US UK Citizens. More details.

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