Pound hits six-month low against euro and US dollar
As the Conservative leadership contest narrowed down to the final two candidates, the mood towards the pound deteriorated, with the odds of a no-deal Brexit appearing to increase. Meanwhile, the increasingly-dovish outlook of the Federal Reserve,
2019/07/05 11:10:45
Lawsuits against Inland Revenue won’t carry a fee
By Mariano Zunino THE Supreme Court has recently nullified the legal costs in tax proceedings, which means that any lawsuits with the Inland Revenue Office will be free from now on. This has been established by the Supreme Court in a judgement,
2019/07/05 11:10:10
UK investors waiting for the leadership outcome for Brexit and pound outlooks
SINCE Britain's Conservative Party leadership contest began, last week, the pound's movement has been limited, because of expectations that there will be no Brexit progress until it concludes. Despite this, the euro has been unable to capitalise o
2019/06/21 10:10:18
What we should do in case of a car accident
SUMMER is coming in beautiful, sunny Spain. With temperatures soaring it’s a great feeling, although a tad hot at times for all expats who live and work in this tranquilo environment. Tranquilo, that is until the influx of tourists from many count
2019/06/21 09:55:38RECTIFICATION ON TIMESHARE PROPERTIES
In edition number 1107 of the Canarian Weekly we released an article on the situation at Los Claveles Resort, situated in Los Cristianos. In such article, some information was delivered regarding the litigation between the Club Committee of the times
2019/06/14 10:41:04
Pound struggles, end of May in focus
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. Sterling stumbled over the last couple of weeks, as the end of Theresa May
2019/06/07 10:44:57
Breakdown of cross-party talks limit pound's potential for gains
THE pound is recovering slightly, following two weeks of broad-based losses, but the chances of a full sterling recovery appears unlikely, as uncertainties surrounding Brexit and UK politics, in general, weigh heavily on the outlook. Rising hopes
2019/05/24 10:44:39
Brexit headwinds bludgeon the pound
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. The pound has fallen back over the past couple of weeks, as heightened Bre
2019/04/12 10:31:02
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2019/04/05 09:51:51
Brexit chaos resulting in sterling dramatic swings
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… The pound found itself the biggest mover and shaker in currency markets, o
2019/03/29 11:27:18
Pound-euro exchange rate recovering, as markets bet on Brexit breakthrough
SPECULATION over Brexit continued to drive pound volatility, with officials struggling to make progress towards a final deal, just weeks before the deadline. As February’s US labour market data significantly undershot expectations, with just 20,00
2019/03/15 11:43:08
Do you know where you are domiciled?
FOR British expatriates, understanding domicile is an important element of estate planning. It is domicile, not residence, that determines your liability for UK inheritance tax. Domicile is a complex, and incredibly adhesive, UK, common-law concep
2019/03/08 11:01:49
Three reasons to buy life insurance
A proven product that everyone should protect themselves with LIFE insurance is a necessary purchase that has the benefit of giving you and your family peace of mind. There are many different types of cover that can be tailored to suit your needs
2019/03/08 11:01:02
Pound avoids losses on Brexit-delay rumours
A FRESH batch of Brexit rumours and speculation are helping the pound to hold near its recent highs, this week so far, meaning sterling could end February near its best levels, all month. Weak, Eurozone data has made it easier for GBP/EUR to hold
2019/03/01 11:14:36
De Cotta Law - new office inauguration
DE Cotta Law, the firm of English and Spanish Lawyers, with offices in the Canary Islands and mainland Spain, are inaugurating their new office in Costa Adeje, on Thursday, 14th March 2019, from 1.30 pm onwards. The new office is located at Centro
2019/03/01 11:13:55
Spain-UK double tax treaty
IN general, double tax treaties, signed between countries, are designed to determine the taxation rights of the different income and gains, when there is a conflict (i.e. when assets are located in one country and the individual is resident in anothe
2019/02/22 11:52:02
Renewed risks of no-deal Brexit weakens sterling
AFTER soaring at the start of the year, the pound found itself in reverse gear, over the past couple of weeks, on the back of renewed Brexit uncertainty. This has seen GBP/EUR retreat from a 19-month high of €1.15 to €1.14, allowing EUR/GBP to re
2019/02/15 11:49:25
Pension options in Spain
PENSIONS are often the key to long-term financial security, so take extreme care when deciding what to do here. Expats have the added complication of factoring in the tax rules of two countries, as well as Brexit's potential to limit the range of
2019/02/08 11:58:12
Brexit optimism propels the pound to multi-month highs
THE pound is roaring ahead so far, this year, with Brexit news helping to propel sterling to new multi-month highs, over the past couple of weeks. This has seen GBP/EUR strike a 19-month high, as the pairing rose from €1.11 to €1.15, while EUR/GBP
2019/02/01 11:49:07
Life is a journey. Prepare, to enjoy it without worries.
LIVING in Spain is, undoubtedly, a great and enjoyable experience, but, unfortunately, sometimes we have to face the legalities of a different bureaucracy. You can find many differences in legal procedures, even when it comes to death, something i
2019/01/25 11:53:10