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Expat Tax Schemes - Denmark Focus
Numerous countries in the European Union seek to attract skilled foreign workers by sheltering them from potentially high rates of income tax - often in excess of 50 percent... Read full article »
Isle of Man - the High-tech, Low-tax Isle that Welcomes Skilled Expats
If you are a highly qualified and experienced IT professional, doubtless your talents are in high demand in many parts of the world. But where to go? You could do worse than consider the Isle of Man, Read full article »
Update On The Common Reporting Standard
Not only is it becoming easier for people to move around the world to live and to work, it is becoming easier to move money and investments across national borders too. According to the OECD... Read full article »
What's Tax Reform Ever Done For US Expats?
While the United States tax code is subject to frequent legislative and regulatory change, the plight of the estimated 8 million Americans living and working overseas, who generally remain in... Read full article »
The UK "Golden" Investor Visa
For a variety of reasons, London is not usually to be found gracing the top end of the numerous league tables which attempt to measure the most attractive location for expats in terms of... Read full article »

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ECJ Rules UK Can Unilaterally Ditch Brexit Plans
By Ulrika Lomas, Tax-News.com, Brussels, 14 December, 2018
The European Court of Justice has ruled that the UK can unilaterally abandon the process of leaving the European Union, providing parliament approves the move.
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Switzerland To Maintain 2018 Interest Rates For Overdue Tax, Refunds in 2019
By Ulrika Lomas, Tax-News.com, Brussels, 29 October, 2018
Switzerland will keep unchanged the amount of interest charged to taxpayers on outstanding tax payments during 2019.
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Gibraltar Provides Brexit Update
By Jason Gorringe, Tax-News.com, London, 19 October, 2018
The Gibraltar Government has provided an update on its role in negotiations towards the UK's exit from the European Union and how the territory is preparing.
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Canada Revenue Agency To Improve Digital Platform
By Mike Godfrey, Tax-News.com, Washington, 28 September, 2018
The Canada Revenue Agency is to collaborate with an association of tax preparation and software firms to improve the digital services it provides to taxpayers.
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Barbados Land Tax Now Due
By Mike Godfrey, Tax-News.com, Washington, 28 September, 2018
The Barbados Revenue Authority has issued land tax bills for the financial year 2018-2019, with a discount available for early payment.
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Latest Expat Blogs

Payroll Delivery Considerations for your Global Mobility Program
By Contributed by Global Tax Network (GTN), 15 October, 2018
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UK Experiences a Rise in the Number of British Expats in the UAE Investing in Property
By HopwoodHouse, 03 April, 2018
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Top Tips for Overseas Investors looking to attract the Best Tenants
By HopwoodHouse, 29 March, 2018
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A Guide to Helping your Children during your Move Abroad
By HopwoodHouse, 29 March, 2018
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UK sees rise in Expats looking to Invest in Buy-to-let Property despite Borrowing Difficulties
By HopwoodHouse, 26 February, 2018
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