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Transfer my Dutch pension

Transfer my Dutch pension

The Netherlands is frequently recognised as having one of the world’s top ranking pension systems by the Melbourne Mercer Global Pension Index. This high ranking is thanks to the diversity of the Dutch pension system’s funding sources, its accuracy in measuring costs and contributions to ensure fair distribution, and its strong regulation by the Dutch […]

Retirement Financial Advice

Retirement Financial Advice?

Retirement Financial Advice First of all when people hear the words “retirement financial advice” they immediately think of pensions, wealth management and personal finance advisers. As well as whether or not they have enough money to enjoy life once retired. Money is an important factor upon retiring, however, it is not the only aspect to […]

Financial Advisor in Luxembourg

Expat Financial Advisor Luxembourg

Financial Advisor in Luxembourg Just as there are many reasons why expats choose to live and work in Luxembourg, there are many reasons for seeking financial advice. It is also important to understand the various forms of financial advice and what each financial advisor can offer. Understanding Financial Advice The most comprehensive advice, taking into […]

stakeholder pension

Can I transfer my stakeholder pension?

Stakeholder Pension Transfer?  Is a Stakeholder Pension Transfer possible? This is a question we are getting asked more and more at Harrison Brook. With pensions being at the height of current affairs, everything from a QROPS to a SIPP being discussed, it is important to define exactly what a Stakeholder pension is. Stakeholder pensions are […]

expat inheritance tax

Expat Inheritance Tax

As an expatriate have you considered the Inheritance tax liabilities from your estate that will be left to the beneficiaries? Do you need to look at ways to reduce this and have effective control over the tax liabilities? Many expats now living abroad, still find themselves as UK domicile on the event of death. What […]

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Shell Pension | Shell Defined Benefit Pension Scheme

Non-UK resident looking to retire or have retired offshore with a Shell Defined Benefit Pension Scheme? What scheme do you currently hold and what are the options available? There currently have 3 shell pension schemes, dependant on the location that you work. Shell Contributory Pension Fund (SCPF) Shell Overseas Contributory Pension Fund (SOCPF) UK Shell […]

Saudi Aramco Pension

Saudi Aramco Pension Schemes | Which is best

Saudi Aramco Pension Scheme Which Scheme is best for you… About Saudi Aramco Saudi Aramco is the state-owned oil company of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and a fully integrated, global petroleum and chemicals enterprise. Over the past 80 years, they have become a world leader in hydrocarbons exploration, production, refining, distribution and marketing. Saudi […]

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Retirement Plans for Expat Teachers

Retirement planning for expat teachers Retirement planning for expat teachers has always been something of a minefield. Whilst the joys of travelling the world teaching to a multicultural diverse group of young people can be great, there are many difficult factors to navigate. An expatriate will have to consider currency, country jurisdictions, ability to withdraw […]

Moving to Oman

Why Oman? Healthcare, Jobs, Lifestyle, Schools.

What you need to know about moving to Oman… For many Moving to Oman is not the first thing that springs to mind when thinking about moving abroad. But with a strong, and growing, infrastructure, job opportunities, cheap (and luxury) accommodation and good health care and schools, Oman could be the perfect destination for you […]

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Getting The Most Out of Your SIPP

Getting The Most Out of Your SIPP Of all the pension investment options in the United Kingdom, the Self-Invested Personal Pension scheme (SIPP) is a viable option for both locals and expatriates. Financial advisors have already said a lot about the benefits or disadvantages of this system over others like the QROPs (Qualified Recognised Overseas […]