You’ve got a great business idea, you’ve done your research, and now you want to set up an offshore company. But where do you start? Offshore company formation can be a complicated and tedious process when going at it alone, with multiple documents and many do’s and don’ts to consider. To utilise your time in
When it comes to the digital experience, consumers expect more from their financial services than ever before. For the most part, banking has been a people-led business, occupying brick-and-mortar cornerstones of our high streets. However, the Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of digital banking services, namely due to less accessible physical banking channels and
Banking is often seen as a traditional industry. After all, it’s been around since the first known form of currency emerged. But banking has always innovated, and the current pace of change is at another level. The financial services industry is committed to digital innovation, redefining how banks operate and the services they offer to
Saving for a house deposit has never been harder. Young, first-time homebuyers may find themselves overcome by student debt, rising house prices and stringent mortgage requirements. As a result, family wealth is increasingly being used to help young people on the property ladder. A recent survey by property website, Zoopla, revealed that two thirds of
Wealth is increasingly becoming an intergenerational issue, and the question of how and when to pass on wealth to younger generations is becoming increasingly pressing. “It’s not always easy for our clients to discuss gifting wealth and inheritance with their family members, but passing on wealth earlier in life, and in smaller amounts could be
Offshore banking is a popular way of protecting, diversifying and maximising assets. In fact, people around the globe don’t just bank offshore for their personal assets. Businesses big and small are also opening offshore accounts to take advantage of favourable benefits, like lowering their tax liability and strengthening their anonymity. It’s no secret that today’s
The cryptocurrency market has developed at a rapid pace over the last few years. For consumers, cryptocurrencies can offer a cheaper and faster peer-to-peer payment option compared with traditional money services, as well as enhanced privacy and protection. As these currencies continue to gain momentum and investors generally appear confident about the opportunities associated with
2021 was a big year for cryptocurrency, skyrocketing investors’ interests and discussions in popular culture. But what’s next? The crypto industry is constantly evolving. While it’s impossible to predict precisely what will happen in the long term, we can follow current themes from regulation to the adoption of crypto payments to better understand the market.
Cryptocurrencies – particularly Bitcoin – have made it mainstream in recent years, making them almost impossible to ignore. Yet, a veil of mystery surrounds the subject, especially when it comes to crypto tax. Thankfully, HMRC was one of the world’s first tax offices to release clear guidance on cryptocurrency tax in the UK – and
Described by many economists as the ‘future of money’, cryptocurrencies are big news taking the world by storm. Spearheaded by Bitcoin, which launched in 2008 as the first-ever cryptocurrency, there are now thousands of these digital assets growing day by day. However, that doesn’t make it any easier to grasp. So, if you find yourself
