For the majority of those who move to a Spain, speaking to a qualified financial planning adviser, who is regulated and licensed in Spain, is something which generally happens after you have moved to Spain. It makes sense to understand the implications of moving to Spain in relation to existing investments and the taxes that come with those. Positioning one´s wealth correctly prior to moving can save thousands in unnecessary taxes.
Therefore, by talking to an adviser, especially one that has lived in Spain for more than 15 years and has experienced the life with his own family, before you embark on the journey can help avoid some issues which expatriates can find themselves encountering:
Many UK based advisers are not fully regulated to offer advice for those in Spain.
They are almost certainly of the most current regulations or tax efficient solutions for your needs, especially as the rules differ from one autonomous region to another.
A Spanish regulated adviser can ensure you are financially prepared for your move, in terms of any investments, savings and taxes which can become due on both income and windfalls you may be expecting after your move.
Tax free and favoured investments such as ISA´s, lump sums from pension funds, and Premium Bonds, are not tax free in Spain.
For those planning on using a property as the main source of income, an understanding of the overall cost and the Spanish taxes that property attracts is essential.
Making a Spanish Will, even if one has an English Will, is vital in order to make certain that wealth is distributed correctly.
Organising a funeral in Spain is a much quicker process than in the UK. For many the funeral is very traumatic if only for what needs to be organised, in Spanish. We can help you arrange a plan for you and your children to escape this trauma.
People overpay when it comes to currency exchange, many using their bank. What appears to be a free deal actually can cost you a lot of money. The exchange rate banks give can be way off the commercial rate. We can save you potentially thousands on your currency especially when you purchase or sell a property.
Investing an hour of two of your time before you make the move to Spain can provide peace of mind and financial comfort when planning a new adventure. We can help with all of the above, and much more.
Please contact me today to find out how we can help you. We do not charge for reviews, reports, or recommendations we provide.