Expatriates often prefer to keep UK investments like Premium Bonds, ISAs, savings accounts, bonds and shares, but do they make financial sense for residents of Portugal?

However well we have settled into our new lives in Portugal, most UK nationals living here maintain some British habits. Whether it is a Sunday roast, following the football or watching British soaps, there are some ties we do not want to lose.

Staying on top of the latest currency news can help you time your transfers more effectively, so find out what you should be looking out for over the next couple of weeks…

Ten years ago, you would not find virtual currencies in mainstream finance news. Today, Bitcoin and cryptocurrency feature prominently in news cycles. Such is the progress this industry has made in that timeframe.

Asking some key questions and understanding your pension options can help get you on track for your dream retirement in Portugal, whatever stage of life you’re in.

Staying on top of the latest currency news can help you time your transfers more effectively, so find out what you should be looking out for over the next couple of weeks…

When you want to take a loan to purchase a house or to maintain it, it is called a mortgage. Owning a home is a goal for many people. While some may have the financial ability to buy it with no loans, others may need to take a loan to be able to buy it. 

Staying on top of the latest currency news can help you time your transfers more effectively, so find out what you should be looking out for over the next couple of weeks…

Estate planning always needs careful consideration but is even more important for expatriates, who face two key complications. First, there is the legal element – will your will work as it should in Portugal to ensure the right people receive your estate? Then there are cross-border tax issues – how much of your legacy will be lost to taxation?