Published On: November 10, 2025|5.3 min read|How to Choose the Right Financial Adviser Before Moving Abroad (UK Residents Planning to Relocate)
If you’re planning to relocate abroad, find out how a UK-qualified financial adviser can help you prepare. Learn about tax residency, Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs), the Statutory Residence Test (SRT), offshore accounts, and how to structure assets before you leave.
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Published On: November 5, 2025|4.8 min read|Digital Nomad? Yes. Tax Nomad? No.
Digital nomads can work anywhere, but tax rules still follow. Discover why you can’t be a “tax nomad” and how to plan your residency correctly.
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Published On: October 3, 2025|3.1 min read|US Estate Taxes Explained: What Every International Investor Needs to Know in 2025
US estate tax is one of the most overlooked risks for global investors. With a $60,000 threshold, it doesn’t take much to create a major liability. But with the right structuring — funds, companies, trusts, offshore bonds, or insurance — you can dramatically reduce or eliminate exposure.
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Published On: September 29, 2025|1.8 min read|What Makes a Good Offshore Financial Planner?
There are five essential qualities of a good offshore financial planner for HNW expats. From governance and evidence-based investing to multi-jurisdictional expertise, discover what sets the best apart.
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Published On: September 22, 2025|5 min read|Flag Theory: A Smart Play for UK Residents Fed Up with Taxes and Thinking of Relocating
Flag Theory is a strategy for international living and wealth planning. Think of it as planting “flags” (residency, citizenship, banking, investments, business, lifestyle) in different countries to reduce taxes, protect your assets, and increase freedom.
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Published On: September 18, 2025|2.2 min read|Who Are the Best Offshore Financial Advisers for UK Expats?
Discover what makes the best offshore financial advisers for UK expats. Explore key qualities such as regulation, cross-border expertise, and transparency, with guidance tailored for HNW families.
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Published On: September 14, 2025|2.4 min read|How to Use Double Tax Treaties to Avoid Paying Twice
One of the most common concerns for British expatriates is: “Will I end up paying tax twice on the same income?” This fear is valid. Without proper planning, an expat could find themselves liable to tax in both their home country (the UK) and their country of residence.
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Published On: April 16, 2025|4.4 min read|Understanding Tax Residency: Why the Rules Aren’t Always What They Seem
When it comes to international tax planning, one of the most misunderstood concepts is tax residency. It's not as simple as where you live or how many days you spend in a particular country. In fact, tax residency is one of the most nuanced areas of international law — and misunderstanding it can be a costly mistake. In this article, we’ll break down what the rules are, who they apply to, and how they affect income tax and capital gains tax (CGT) for those who return to the UK within a short time after becoming non-resident.
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Published On: February 4, 2025|5.3 min read|How to Apply for a No Tax (NT) Code for UK Pension Income When Moving Abroad
If you’ve moved abroad and are receiving pension income from a UK-based pension scheme, you might be eligible to have your pension paid without UK tax deductions at source.
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Who is Jessica Cook?Jess Cook2025-10-03T09:35:34+00:00
I’m a Chartered Member of the CISI and Partner at AES International, featured in the Times Guide to the UK’s Top-Rated Financial Advisers. I specialise in international financial planning and cross-border wealth management.
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I work with UK residents and internationally mobile professionals, entrepreneurs, and families who need expert guidance on structuring, protecting, and growing wealth across borders.
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