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26/07/2010 - Overseas Pension could help protect your estate from UK Inheritance Tax


Ever considered using an Overseas Pension to help protect your estate from UK Inheritance Tax?


·          If You own substantial assets; and


·          You want these assets to grow in a tax-free pension; and


·          You want to protect your assets against UK IHT; and


·          You are UK Domiciled, whether or not you live in the UK



You should do so…..



What are the advantages of an Overseas Pension Scheme?


·             Grow free of Capital Gains Tax


·             Protect you and your heirs from IHT (Inheritance Tax)


·             Are not subject to UK Pension Sharing Orders on Divorce


·             More tax-efficient and flexible than UK Pensions


·             M more tax-efficient than owning assets personally



How do I fund my Overseas Pension Scheme?


·             You transfer cash, or assets or family wealth


·             Residential properties, excluding your main residence, are generally acceptable


·             There is no absolute limit on contributions


·             Very substantial contributions are generally allowable, subject to your status


·             You should personally retain enough assets to live on prior to retirement


·             Contributions should be from individuals, not from their employers



How do I get at my money?


·             From age 55 you can take 25% tax free cash; possibly more than this


·             If you need cash before age 55 you can often take out cash tax-free as a loan



What happens when I die?


·             On death, the funds go to your heirs/beneficiaries totally free of IHT


·             The assets are IHT free immediately


·             There is no 7 year qualification period


·             With all other IHT planning you have to give your assets away


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