High UK property prices mean Britons – including expatriates – are paying more inheritance tax than ever, despite a new main home relief.

By understanding key aspects of French succession law and taxes, expatriates can ensure chosen heirs will inherit their estate with minimum taxation.

Spanish succession tax reforms in Murcia make large tax bills on inheritances and gifts a thing of the past for most families in the region.

With a Power of Attorney, updated Wills and tax planning in place, you can make things easier for your family, before and after your death.

New year is a good time to check your tax, savings, pension and estate planning are on track to meet your family’s needs in 2018 and beyond.

With UK inheritance tax rates at 40%, expatriates need to understand their position and what can be done to reduce exposure for their heirs.

Assurance-vie policies offer tax and estate planning advantages. While some are lost after age 70 there are still benefits for you and your heirs.

‘Brussels IV’ lets expats override Portugal’s succession law to ensure their estate goes to chosen heirs – but beware the tax consequences.

Many British expats remain UK-domiciled without realising it, leaving their estate exposed to UK inheritance tax rates of 40%.

When moving to and living in Spain you need to review your tax and financial planning. Seek advice to make the most of tax planning opportunities.