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Investment Costs: Total Expense Ratio, Platform Fees and Adviser Charges Explained
Understanding the total cost of your investment portfolio — fund charges, platform fees, adviser costs, and hidden transaction expenses — is the first step to managing them effectively.
Read article →Financial PlanningThe 10 Most Common Financial Mistakes Expats Make
Most expat financial mistakes are avoidable — but they are remarkably common. Here are the ten we see most often and what to do instead.
Read article →InvestmentsTimberland and Farmland as Alternative Investments
Timberland and farmland offer HNW investors inflation protection, biological growth returns, and genuine diversification from financial markets — but they require long horizons and specialist access.
Read article →Property InvestmentThailand Property for Foreign Buyers: A 2026 Guide
Everything overseas investors need to know about buying property in Thailand in 2026: condo quotas, LTR visa links, land title types, regional price comparisons, and rental yield realities.
Read article →Expat LifeLiving in Thailand as an Expat: Banking, Visas and Retirement Options
Thailand's low cost of living, tropical climate, and improving visa options make it a popular destination for expat retirees and remote workers — but navigating banking, property rules, and the tax changes of 2024 requires careful planning.
Read article →Property InvestmentThai Condominium Investment: Ownership Rules, Yields and Pitfalls for Foreign Investors
A practical guide to investing in Thai condominiums — covering the 49% foreign quota rule, title deeds, realistic yields, tax obligations and the key risks to manage.
Read article →Tax PlanningTax Planning Before Leaving the UK: What to Do in the Final Years of UK Residency
The years leading up to a planned departure from the UK are among the most tax-sensitive of your financial life. This guide covers what to do — and what not to miss — before you leave.
Read article →Tax PlanningTax Planning Before You Move Abroad: Key Steps to Take
The tax year before you emigrate offers significant planning opportunities — and some important traps to avoid. Here is what to address before you go.
Read article →Tax PlanningUK Tax on Foreign Dividends: A Practical Guide
How UK residents are taxed on foreign dividends: the £500 dividend allowance, self-assessment declaration, foreign tax credit, withholding tax reclaim procedures for US and French dividends, and ETF reporting fund status.
Read article →News & UpdatesGuide to the UK Budget 2025 for Global Investors
The UK Autumn Budget 2025, delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on 26 November, introduces a series of targeted reforms with significant implications for wealth planning, cross-border structures, and international investors. While headline rates for income tax and capital gains remain unchanged, th
Read article →News & UpdatesUK Exit Tax: Wealth Planning After the 2025 Budget
The UK Autumn Budget, delivered in November 2025, was one of the most closely watched fiscal statements in years for high-net-worth individuals, British expatriates, non-doms, and international investors. With public finances under pressure and the government openly shifting toward heavier taxation
Read article →News & UpdatesTrusts and Estate Planning for High Net Worth Expats and International Investors
Estate planning is an essential aspect of managing your financial affairs and ensuring that your assets are passed on to your beneficiaries according to your wishes. For high net worth expats and international investors, estate planning can be particularly complex due to the diverse assets spread ac
Read article →News & UpdatesThe Ultimate Guide to Applying for an International Mortgage
Are you planning on purchasing a home in another country? Applying for an international mortgage can be complicated and intimidating, especially if you've never done it before. In this ultimate guide, you'll learn how to apply for an international mortgage with confidence and knowledge. We'll cover
Read article →News & UpdatesThe UK’s New Tax Rules Are Triggering a Wealth Exodus
In boardrooms and private wealth circles, the UK has long held prestige. But behind the iconic skyline of London, something is changing—and fast. As of April 2025, new tax legislation is pushing not only billionaires, but also globally mobile professionals, entrepreneurs, and family offices to reeva
Read article →News & UpdatesUK Inflation: April's Decline and Economic Implications
In April, the UK's inflation rate experienced a significant decrease, dropping to 2.3%, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics. This marks a sharp decline from the 3.2% inflation rate recorded in March. However, this reduction did not fully meet economists' expectati
Read article →News & UpdatesUK Autumn Budget 2024: Key Implications for Expats and Non-Domiciled Individuals
The UK has introduced impactful tax reforms and residency policy adjustments that are critical for British expatriates, international investors, and non-domiciled (non-dom) individuals. These changes touch on worldwide income taxation, inheritance tax (IHT) thresholds, property taxes, and more, affe
Read article →News & UpdatesTrump's Tariffs – Outright Stupidity or Blatant Market Manipulation?
Trump Market Manipulation? How reckless tariff tactics caused wealth transfer and global market volatility.
Read article →News & UpdatesThe Federal Reserve's Path to a Soft Landing: Implications and Expectations on Inflation
As the year draws to a close, the Federal Reserve's latest meeting has sparked discussions about the possibility of a "soft landing" for the U.S. economy. This term refers to a scenario where the economy slows down enough to curb inflation without triggering a full-blown recession. The concept of a
Read article →Property InvestmentThai Condominium Investment: Rules, Yields and Pitfalls
Foreigners can legally own condominium units in Thailand, making condos the primary vehicle for direct property investment — but foreign quota rules, currency restrictions, and management quality vary significantly.
Read article →Tax PlanningThe Temporary Repatriation Facility: A Practical Guide for Former Non-Doms
The Temporary Repatriation Facility gives former remittance-basis users a limited window to bring historic offshore income and gains to the UK at a reduced tax rate. Here is what you need to know before the window closes.
Read article →News & UpdatesThe Emergence of Non-Fungible Tokens: What You Need to Know About This New Asset Class
In recent years, the world of investing has seen the arrival of a new and rapidly growing asset class: non-fungible tokens (NFTs). As a global investment firm, we at Global Investments understand the importance of staying informed on the latest market trends, and NFTs are no exception. This article
Read article →Tax PlanningTemporary Non-Residence Rules: Anti-Avoidance Traps for Expats
If you leave the UK and return within five years, certain income and gains realised during your absence can be taxed in the UK when you come back — the temporary non-residence rules explained.
Read article →InvestmentsTechnology Sector Investing in the AI Era: Concentration, Opportunity, and Valuation
Artificial intelligence has transformed the technology sector's investment dynamics. We examine concentration risk in global indices, the AI infrastructure buildout, semiconductor opportunity, and how internationally mobile investors should approach the sector.
Read article →Tax PlanningTax Residency Rules Around the World: A Comparative Guide
Most people think of the 183-day rule as the universal answer to tax residency questions. It is not. This comparative guide explains how the UK, USA, and dozens of other countries actually determine tax residency — and the CRS era that makes getting it wrong increasingly expensive.
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