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