Expat Pension Sharing Order for UK Company Pensions

Posted on 6th November 2018 in Advice

Expat Pension Sharing Order for UK Company Pensions Pension sharing order for UK company pensions has become more and more common in recent times. The process itself is not overly complex and there are a number of companies in the UK, who can assist with this. The issue arises when you are no longer a […]

Do you hold a Brooklands SIPP?

Posted on 25th October 2018 in Advice

Brooklands SIPP First of all, if you are a Brooklands SIPP holder then you will have been well aware of the negative press they have been receiving. Indeed, while the name Brooklands SIPP has become synonymous with misselling of SIPP’s. As a result, the FSCS (Financial Services Compensation Scheme) is paying out to clients who invested in their […]

No American QROPS – You can still transfer UK Pensions

Posted on 31st August 2018 in Advice

Are you aware that HMRC has cut all American QROPS? From the 9th March 2017, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced in his annual budget the introduction of an Overseas Transfer Charge (OTC). The OTC is, in essence, a 25% tax on any pension transfer to a QROPS for those that reside outside of the EEA […]

Norway Expats – Oil and Gas – Financial Advice?

Posted on 28th August 2018 in British expats

Norway Expats – Oil and Gas – Financial Advice Norway has one of the highest numbers of expats working in the oil and gas industry within Europe. Many of which stay for a set period of time before returning “home” or moving on to pastures new. As a result, they are in a unique position […]

US Expat Investment Advice

Posted on 26th July 2018 in Expat Families

US Expat Investment Advice It is unknown exactly how many US expats are currently living abroad. In 2016 the US State Department estimated there are 9 million U.S citizens living overseas, however, these numbers are open to challenge and can change quickly. On top of the normal concerns of education for children and where to live, […]

Pension Sharing Order for a QROPS

Posted on 25th April 2018 in Advice

Pension Sharing Order for a QROPS Pension sharing order for QROPS is becoming increasingly common. Although at first, they can seem complicated to sort out, there is a simple process that can be followed to facilitate the court requirements. To start with let’s break down the overall position and terminology used. QROPS – What exactly is it? […]

Do you hold a Nortel pension?

Posted on 6th April 2018 in British expats

Do you hold a Nortel pension? If you are part of the Nortel pension scheme then it is likely you have recently received a letter from Nortel UK Pensions. The message from the Nortel Pension Trustees informs you about your defined benefits pension and the options available. Nortel Networks Background Nortel filed for bankruptcy protection […]

Do you hold a BBC pension scheme?

Posted on 14th March 2018 in Advice

Do you hold a BBC pension scheme? We have recently been contacted by a number of clients who have received details of their defined benefits BBC pension scheme and the options available to them. The letter from the BBC states you have 2 options. Option 1: Claim your full BBC pension. This means the full defined […]

QROPS Complaints! Have you been missold a QROPS?

Posted on 8th March 2018 in Advice

QROPS Complaints Have you been mis-sold a QROPS? Are you currently in a Maltese or Gilbrator QROPS but don’t know why and are now locked in with expensive annual management charges and penalties for leaving your current investments. Unfortunately here at Harrison Brook, we receive numerous QROPS complaints from more and more clients who have unnecessarily been […]

Financial advice for expats in Mumbai

Posted on 6th March 2018 in Advice

Financial advice for expats in Mumbai It has recently been reported that Mumbai’s expats are the world’s highest paid according to an HSBC survey. With high earnings brings the need for financial advice for expats in Mumbai. We receive numerous inquiries regarding what options are available to an expat in Mumbai to get their money working […]