Personal Finance

The Dangers of Debt Before Christmas

The Dangers of Debt Before Christmas

Before Christmas, the smartest “deal” is often skipping the card swipe. Over a decade, that choice can be worth thousands of euros to your future self.

Do Long Term Investments Provide Better Returns?

Do Long Term Investments Provide Better Returns?

History shows that the patient, long-term investor who holds diversified funds (mutual funds, ETFs) usually does better than the frequent trader — not just in returns, but also with lower costs, less stress, and a higher chance of meeting long-term goals.

When Investing in a Sure Bet Goes Wrong

When Investing in a Sure Bet Goes Wrong

When investing, long-term success involves balancing risk avoidance (not losing it all) with opportunity, ideally with professional, regulated advice. You may come across that ‘sure bet’: a once in a lifetime opportunity. Be very careful: not all offers are trustworthy.

Ten Reasons to Take Out Life Insurance

Ten Reasons to Take Out Life Insurance

There are many reasons to take out life insurance. many are overlooked. We look at a few ways that life insurance can protect families, businesses and inheritance.

How Much Inheritance Tax is Paid On a UK Pension?

How Much Inheritance Tax is Paid On a UK Pension?

Now would be a good time to see how the new Inheritance Tax rules will affect those (including expats) with UK pension funds and what can be done to plan for or mitigate the effects of the changes.

Who is Best Able to Advise on UK Pensions in the Czech Republic?

Who is Best Able to Advise on UK Pensions in the Czech Republic?

If you’re based in the Czech Republic and hold a UK pension—particularly if you have defined contribution or defined benefit schemes, SIPPs, SSAS, or are planning a UK pension transfer—then one firm stands out as uniquely qualified to support you.

Aisa International is a unique investment portfolio manager, with advisers specialising in advice for US and UK expats and is regulated in the EU, UK, and US.