by SJB US | Nov 13, 2024 | Advice, Elections, Financial Planning, Investments, North America, Regulations, SJB US
The U.S. elections are a pivotal event not only for American citizens but for investors worldwide. Every four years, the election season brings with it a degree of uncertainty and speculation, particularly regarding economic policies, market behaviour, and...
by SJB US | Nov 4, 2024 | Advice, Financial Planning, Inheritance, Pensions, Regulations, SJB US, Tax, UK
The UK’s Autumn Budget 2024 has introduced transformative changes to pension rules, significantly impacting both domestic and overseas pension holders. In a historic move, the government has announced that pensions will now fall under Inheritance Tax (IHT) regulations...
by SJB US | Oct 30, 2024 | Advice, Financial Planning, Randal Stephens, Regulations, UK
When a relationship breaks down, pensions may not be a top priority, but the jurisdiction where a divorce or dissolution occurs — and how a court handles pensions in the financial settlement — can be crucial, especially if pensions represent significant family...
by SJB US | Oct 28, 2024 | Advice, Alex Gover, Markets, US Expats
U.S. elections are pivotal events that shape the political and economic landscape of the country and is some ways the world. Despite the uncertainty that elections bring, historical data shows that markets tend to exhibit growth in the periods leading up to, and...
by SJB US | Oct 21, 2024 | Advice, North America, Randal Stephens, Tax
As a financial advisor, I frequently encounter clients who are blindsided by the realization that they are accidental Americans and face unexpected U.S. tax obligations. American citizenship, while offering numerous benefits, comes with significant tax...
by SJB US | Oct 14, 2024 | Advice, Investments, Randal Stephens
If you’re exploring how to select the best mutual fund for your investments, understanding the role of expense ratios—what you pay to invest in a fund—can be crucial. Research from Morningstar, alongside insights from industry experts like Jack Bogle, suggests...
