Tax Law and International Tax Law

Yes. Buying property in Italy as a foreigner is fully legal, with no restrictions for non-residents. Most foreign buyers can purchase Italian real estate under the principle of reciprocity.

Since its introduction in 2012, Portugal’s Golden Visa programme has undergone various changes.

International investors buying property in Portugal increasingly consider the strategic use of finance rather than relying solely on cash.

Major UK tax changes took effect from April 2025. These include the introduction of a residence‑based tax system replacing the non‑dom regime, changes to capital gains tax reliefs, the treatment of furnished holiday lets as standard property, and the continued freezing of personal allowances and thresholds for the 2025/26 tax year.

Malta holds a respected position in international wealth planning, offering a legal framework that combines robust asset protection, strategic flexibility, and EU-aligned regulatory oversight.

Always discuss your tax situation with an experienced and knowledgeable commercialista. Taxes in Italy are not that much different to other countries around Europe and you might be surprised at just how little you have to pay.

Since its introduction in 2012, Portugal’s Golden Visa programme has undergone various changes.

International investors buying property in Portugal increasingly consider the strategic use of finance rather than relying solely on cash.

Major UK tax changes took effect from April 2025. These include the introduction of a residence‑based tax system replacing the non‑dom regime, changes to capital gains tax reliefs, the treatment of furnished holiday lets as standard property, and the continued freezing of personal allowances and thresholds for the 2025/26 tax year.

You may not be aware, but from an inheritance tax point of view, Italy is actually considered more like a fiscal paradise. After you have picked yourself up off the floor because I just called Italy a “fiscal paradise”, you might want to read on. If your estate, or part of it, is likely to be subject to Italian inheritance tax on your death, then the current rules may interest you.

If you have received or are about to receive an inheritance (also known as a bequest) there are some emotions that, based on my experiences of helping people over some 25 years, are common.

Before inviting you to discuss the scheme, it is important to show how I help business people in this situation with their wealth planning. In addition to the 0% tax scheme there is greater depth to the planning. Will you live happily ever after? Well let's see.