Oct21 East Algarve Magazine

MAGAZINE © OLHÃO · SÃO BRÁS · TAVIRA · ALCOUTIM · CASTRO MARIM · VILA REAL DE SANTO ANTÓNIO ISSUE NO. 148 OCTOBER 2021

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EastAlgarveM A G A Z I N E Welcome... PUBLISHER & ... to your October issue. This month we go food DESIGNER crazy as we introduce three wonderful restaurants. Firstly, there's Museu do Atum, perfect for lunch Richard Bassett as it's located on Barril beach. Secondly, we have R&M by Telma, a family run restaurant serving EDITOR hearty, 'homemade' style food with their speciality Richard Bassett being Octopus, and finally, we have Nó de Gosto in the centre of Tavira, run by husband and wife CO-FOUNDER Maria and Vitor. October also sees the birthday of Richard Bassett Snr. Tavira's very own Álvaro de Campos. There are many events planned to celebrate this occasion, ADVERTISING find out about the 'Festa dos anos Álvaro de Call 925 208 833 or email Campos 2021'. [email protected] All this plus our usual news, finance, health and sports news. We hope you enjoy this issue, and as DISTRIBUTION ever, we welcome your comments or suggestions, 3,500 copies printed. please email us on [email protected] All advertisers are issued copies for distribution, Richard Bassett, Editor along with retail outlets. COVER PHOTO Richard Bassett All rights reserved. Except for normal review purposes, no part of this magazine may be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. Every care has been taken in the preparation of this magazine, but the contents are only meant as a guide to readers. The proprietors of this magazine are publishers not agents or sub agents of those who advertise therein. The publisher cannot be held liable for any loss suffered as a result of information gained from this publication Unipessoal Lda INDIAN TASTE THE DIFFERENCE! FARMER CABANAS Home grown spices imported from India gives a unique flavour producing the best Indian cuisine in the East Algarve! 4 www.eastalgarvemag.com

Contents 12 6 NEWS 16 Local News. 44 ART 8 CULTURE Artist of the Month. Happy Birthday Álvaro de Campos. 46 FOOD 10 ENERGY Restaurant Guide. Go off-grid and save. 48 FINANCE 12 PLACES Finance news from Museu do Atum. Ricardo Chaves. 16 PLACES 50 FINANCE R&M Restaurante by Telma. News from PCC. 24 PROPERTY 54 HEALTH A good time to buy? The wonders of Bamboo. 26 PROPERTY 55 HEALTH Property of the Month. Beauty is in the eye. 30 PHOTOGRAPHY 44 Photo of the Month. 5 32 TAVIRA Find our advertisers on the map of Tavira. 35 MOTORING Readers Cars. 36 MOTORING Porsche: the new Macan. 42 BAD ADVICE Ask the Expat. www.eastalgarvemag.com

News Covid regulations: what changes on October 1st? With 85% of the population in Portugal vaccinated, the distance of two metres between people. The end of the vaccination certificate or Government have decided - Bars and clubs reopen (still to be virus screening test also covers group to move the country into the new phase confirmed). classes in gyms, but will be required of deconfinement on October 1st, with Night-time entertainment venues, closed in clubs and bars, as well as at major further easing of restrictions. So what since March 2020 due to the Covid-19 sporting events. will change? pandemic, may reopen as of October 1st. The presentation of the document will The plan drawn up by the Government On July 29th, the Government also be mandatory for travel by sea or is as follows: announced that night entertainment air and in visits to homes and health - Restaurants and stores no longer have spaces could reopen in full in October, establishments, as hospital visits are limitations on the number of customers. when authorities predicted that 85% of resumed. Commercial establishments, restaurants, the population would be fully vaccinated - Finish telework recommendation. cafes and the generality of commerce against covid-19. The Council of Ministers have also no longer have a maximum limit of - Mandatory mask only in risky places or decided to end the recommendation of customers or people per group. large concentrations. the option to telework if possible, and The end of this occupancy restriction From October 1st, mandatory mask to eliminate testing in workplaces with also applies to family events such as use is limited to public transport, more than 150 workers. weddings and baptisms. supermarkets, homes and hospitals, In August, a step had already been taken - Shows with 100% capacity and concert halls and large events. towards reducing the use of telework,with certificate needed for large events. This decision is based on criteria for the Government deciding that this only Cultural shows will no longer have places with a high frequency of people, mandatory in higher-risk municipalities, capacity limitations from October 1st, such as public transport, including air, being only ‘recommended’ throughout but a digital certificate will be required risky places, such as homes and hospitals, the continental territory. for large cultural events, and the and places with large agglomerations for - End of limitation on the sale of alcohol General Directorate of Health (DGS) is longer periods, such as concert halls. and timetable. responsible for defining of what these - Digital certificate is no longer required The limitation on the sale and events are. in restaurants, hotels and gyms. consumption of alcohol ends and the The use of a mask in shows will be Restaurant and hotel customers will time limits that had been imposed due mandatory whenever there is no no longer have to present a vaccination to the pandemic also end. certificate or negative Covid-19 test. Refurbishment of Olhão to Vila Real de Santo António EN 125 section awaits court decision The president of Infrastructures of Portugal (IP) has announced that the redevelopment works At the hearing, held at the Assembly of the Republic at on Estrada Nacional (EN) 125 between Olhão and the request of the PSD parliamentary group, António Vila Real de Santo António, “are subject to a decision” Laranjo added that, although the works to refurbish the road section between Olhão and Vila Real de by the arbitral tribunal. Santo António “are subject to judicial restrictions”, the During a hearing at the parliamentary committee on maintenance of the road is ensured by RAL. Economy, Innovation, Public Works and Housing, “The court sentenced IP to an upfront payment of 30 António Laranjo said that the works, over a 45-kilometre million euros and the obligation to maintain another extension, can only proceed after “there is a decision monthly payment of 1.2 million euros until the final by the arbitration court on the process brought by the decision, so that RAL can ensure the maintenance and sub-concessionaire” Rotas do Algarve Coastline (RAL). operation of the entire route from Vila do Bispo to Vila “It is a process filed by the sub-concessionaire RAL Real de Santo António”, he said. with a claim for compensation amounting to 445 million António Laranjo said he is “optimistic” waiting for the Source: algarvedailynews.com euros, in addition to another process brought by the arbitration court to issue a decision on the process financing banks in the amount of 43 million euros”, soon, as IP “has everything prepared to proceed with explained the president of IP. the tenders for the requalification of the road section In 2019, RAL communicated its intention to terminate on the eastern Algarve coast”. the contract of that road sub-concession to IP, “IP is not going ahead with the tenders, because considering that the contract was unfeasible after the we don’t know what the court’s decision will be”, he refusal of approval by the Court of Auditors (TdC) to argued. the amendments made in 2017 to the document, signed However, the deputies defended that there is “no legal in 2010. obstacle” for the requalification work of the section of “Until there is a decision by the arbitral court, IP the EN125 not to proceed, if IP were to comply with the cannot intervene to the full extent that it was intended, various draft resolutions presented by parliamentary to withdraw from the road sub-concession contract”, groups and approved in parliament. stressed the official. 6 www.eastalgarvemag.com

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Happy Birthday Álvaro de Campos Celebrating the birthday of Álvaro de Campos, born in Tavira on the 15th October 1890; a character created by Portugal’s most famous poet, Fernando Pessoa. To mark this occasion 'Festa dos anos Álvaro de Campos 2021' have created numerous events around Tavira this month. WHO WAS FERNANDO PESSOA 1910s and also came to live in the Carmo THE WORK, THE In order to discover who Fernando Pessoa zone, near Lisboa Pessoa Hotel. In 1920, was, perhaps it would be opportune to begin he settled into an apartment in Campo de HETERONYMS by his last name, Pessoa, from the latin word Ourique, in a building that today houses Casa persona: mask. Pessoa was, in fact, a poet of Fernando Pessoa, an indispensable cultural Pessoa left his mark as an many faces and many names, spending his life center for anyone who wants to know who inventing fictitious authors called heteronyms. this man named Fernando Pessoa was. extremely original writer for inventing Also, thanks to this peculiarity, he is considered The poet lived his anonymously, with little to be one of the most brilliant contemporary money, working as a translator of commercial fictitious authors – heteronyms – who poets today and Portugal’s most famous and documents. His absolute love was literature. important poet. He felt like a genius and constantly dedicated “wrote” parts of his work. Each one HIS LIFE AND THE MAN himself to his “mission.” He left little room for Pessoa was born in Lisbon on June 13, his own feelings, but at least one woman – “had” a personality, a biography, a 1888, in the elegant zone of Chiado. For Ophelia Queiroz – will remain in history as family reasons, between his youth and the girlfriend to whom the genius sent letters physionomy, a character, a defined adolescence, he lived in the British Empire, full of affection. Pessoa passed away on namely South Africa. This period (1896-1905) November 30, 1935, in Lisbon, leaving behind literary style, unlike the others and spent in the cosmopolitan city of Durban thousands of unpublished papers, one of the left a strong impression on his life. In 1915, most brilliant works in the history of literature. even Pessoa, the “orthonym,” that Pessoa founded the magazine Orpheu, In order to know who Fernando Pessoa was, which introduced Modernism to Portugal. one needs to read his texts, since, as Octavio is, himself. The main “imaginary He changed residences frequently during the Paz affirmed, a poet’s biography is their work. friends” of Pessoa were the poets Alberto Caeiro, Ricardo Reis, and Álvaro de Campos: Caeiro, the pastoral and (anti)philosophical poet, was the “master” of heteronyms; Reis was the neoclassical singer of a new paganism; and Campos was the exuberant modernist who “felt everything in every way.” Bernardo Soares deserves special attention, author of The Book of Disquiet, an intimate 8 www.eastalgarvemag.com

Culture diary composed of dreams and reflections. And Campos emerges when Fernando Pessoa feels was the only one to manifest different poetic Pessoa – the orthonym? He was not only the an impulse to write. Fernando himself considers phases throughout his work. He begins demiurge who invented this imaginary coterie; that Álvaro de Campos is in the “opposite his career as a decadentist (influenced by he also played a relevant role. extreme, entirely opposite, to Ricardo Reis”, Symbolism), but soon joins Futurism: it is the He was also the poet who wrote Message, the despite being, like the latter, a disciple of Caeiro. so-called ‘Sensationist phase’, in which he only book in Portuguese published in life, a set Álvaro de Campos is the “undisciplined son of produces, with a style similar to that of Walt of poems dedicated to Portugal’s heroes and sensation and for him sensation is everything. Whitman (to whom he dedicated a poem, myths in a universalist projection that sees a Sensationism makes sensation the reality of the Salute to Walt Whitman), versilibrist, future of tremendous culture for Portugal and life and the basis of art. The poet’s self tries to boastful, and with a euphoric language where for humanity. We are the future: Readers of the integrate and unify everything that has or had onomatopoeia abound, a series of poems of texts that he kept in a legendary case – Pessoa’s existence or possibility of existing. exaltation of the modern World, of technical assets – full of papers, many of which have yet Álvaro de Campos was born in Tavira on the and scientific progress, of the evolution and to be published. After all, who was Fernando 15th October 1890 at 1.30 in the afternoon. industrialisation of Humanity: he is greatly Pessoa? It’s difficult to say. Every heteronym He had a common high school education, influenced by Marinetti, one of the top names and each instant for him was an “eternal described as vulgar by Fernando Pessoa of Futurism in this period. After a series of novelty,” full of poetry and beauty. A beauty himself. Later he went to Scotland to study disillusions with existence, he takes on a engineering, first mechanical engineering, and nihilistic vein or intimism: this is known as the that also has the light and colors of Lisbon, then naval engineering. ‘Abelic phase’, and is very similar, especially his beloved city, sung masterfully by him. Fernando Pessoa made a biography for each in the themes addressed, to the work of of his heteronyms and stated that Álvaro de the orthonymous Pessoa: disillusionment Fragmentary, contradictory, irresistable in Campos was an engineer of English education with the world in which he lives, sadness, his intricate fascination, Pessoa is the and Portuguese origin, but always had a tiredness (what is in me is above all tiredness, author to discover, with multiple facets. feeling of being a foreigner whereevr he was so begins one of his most famous poems) From poetry to philosophy to literary in the world. Pessoa also said in relation to leads him to reflect, in a rather nostalgic way, criticism to psychology... Pessoa’s this heteronym that: “I pretended to study on his childhood, spent in the old house: genius unsettles us for its multiplicity engineering. I lived in Scotland. I have visited archetypal childhood, full of happiness, is and leaves us with a major, fundamental Ireland. My heart is a granny who walks begging the counterpoint to his present. A phase question which is always open and alms at the gates of joy. characterised by tiredness and sleepiness Among all the heteronyms, Álvaro de Campos that is quite evident in the pessimistic poem. challenging: who are we? Álvaro de Campos (1890 - 1935) is one of Fernando Pessoa’s best known heteronyms. To coincide with the celebrations, various restaurants and cafe’s are taking part in ‘scattered poetry’ with poems written on boards and ‘sweet pessoa’ where chefs will produce a dessert with a stenciled image of Álvaro de Campos. Below are two examples one from Restaurant ‘A Carpintaria’ in Luz de Tavira, the other from Cafe ‘A da Marta’ in Tavira. See www.festadosanosdealvarodecampos.com for the 9 ‘Festa dos anos Alvaro de Campos’ schedule www.eastalgarvemag.com

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Places Open for lunch all year round, Museu do Atum on Barril beach is a great place to visit, even during the winter months. T he Ria Formosa has captured Some of the other features that still remain many of our hearts and for are the ovens that were used to bake the good reason, one such island bread for the fishermen village, the school is the focus of this edition. (which is now the kitchen to the outside bar), The island of Barril is a live the quarters where the fishermen and their museum, rich in history, families used to all sleep and the laundry area everywhere you look you will be able to see where clothes were scrubbed clean and hung artifacts telling stories of the tuna fishing to dry in the sea air. company “the three brothers” founded in The main building housing the doctor, captain 1841. and registrator, is where you will now find the The fishing season traditionally started in restaurant Museu do Atum, which serves the spring. In April a priest would come to bless most incredible food. The menu has traditional the start of the fishing season which would local food re-created with a modern flare and last until October, in a bizarre fortunate twist twist. It offers a reinterpretation of classic of fate, tourism has replaced the fishing tuna dishes served during the time of the season in the 70’s when the last tuna fish was fishing era, and also includes other fish and caught. seafood dishes, all cooked to perfection and One of the hard to miss sights are the many beautifully served. anchors on the beach of Barril. These anchors The restaurant/museum is filled with artifacts used to weigh and keep the fishing nets in and memorabilia of the times gone by, place. The smallest anchor needing 6 to 12 reminding us of what used to be. In fact the people, while the largest needed 20 to lift and whole island of Barril pays homeage to its carry them. The nets themselves would take history, as a living, working museum. ten days to lay out, securing from land to sea Barril is worth discovering at your leisure, with a boat. especially now the majority of the tourists Historically, mules were used to cart the tuna have left and it is once again becoming a across the bridge separating Barril island from sanctuary for birds, nature and those that love the mainland and before the bridge even, flat the finer qualities life has to offer. The island, bottom boats (chata) were used. In the 50’s, museum and restaurant are not to be missed! the trainline was built making it easier for The train runs all year and restaurant is open transporting the tuna, to be sold at the the all year for lunch time, closing around 18:00. market in VRSA. The train line runs all year Tel: +351 964 530 135 round and provides an alternative and quicker Email: [email protected] way to reach the beaches of Barril, although, Facebook: Museu Do Atum Barril the walk is not one to miss out on. Instagram: museu_do_atum_restaurante 12 www.eastalgarvemag.com

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R estaurant R & M by Telma in that there was no point in building a kitchen hearty, and portions are generous. Sta. Luzia is owned and run just for snacks, so they decided to turn the Telma is very proud of her food. Son Gonçalo by Mother and son; Telma snack bar into a restaurant. says that she ‘Cooks with love’. ‘She is very and Gonçalo. Telma recalls “At the time it was a big risk emotional when it comes to client feedback. It Originally from Silves, Telma and a huge expense”. She decided to “Do is her genuine reward’. moved to Tavira in 2016 and today, worry about it tomorrow”. Telma and Telma also serves great desserts, including opened a cafe/bar for her brother, ‘Casa do Gonçalo recall very well the sleepless nights a selection of typical Portuguese, as well as Rio’ which is still successful today. before opening. more international like cheesecake and lemon Telma then found an old fisherman’s bar for Suffice to say, the risk has paid off. The meringue. sale in Santa Luzia, and decided to make restaurant has many repeat clients who say Whatever you choose, we know you won’t the leap into restaurant ownership. With that Telma has the ‘Best Octopus in Santa be disappointed, this family run restaurant no kitchen, Telma made the best use of the Luzia’. She has various options on the menu, should be on your ‘must try’ list. You’ll find space she had, serving drinks and snacks. including oven baked, grilled and in bread them on the front by the fish market. Slowly she improved the bar, redecorating crumbs. Also on the menu are various salads Opening times: Midday to 3.30 then 6.30 until and growing her menu. A year later she including Octopus (of course), codfish and 10.00pm. decided to close the bar to totally refurbish. Russian, along with freshly caught fish and Tel 281 328 028 Telma, along with her son Gonçalo, decided meat dishes. Her ‘home cooked’ style is Avenida Duarte Pacheco Tavira, Portugal www.eastalgarvemag.com 17

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Property A good time to buy? Autumn is upon us and is historically a busy time for real estate agents. How has the Covid-19 pandemic effected the sector, and is now a good time to buy property in the Algarve. By Robert Bijker, Happy Homes Algarve If you ask an estate agent if this is PROPERTY MANAGEMENT HAPPY HOMES ALGARVE a good time to buy, the answer is almost always yes. However, as ALGARVEAN COTTAGES V I LLAS A PA RT M E N T S TOWNHOUSES QU INTAS we all know, markets go up and down, it is part of a normal cycle. Happy Homes Algarve is currently looking for additional good quality When the property market was in rental Villas and Apartments to offer to our customers for next season. the doldrums following the aftermath of the If you have a property to let, please contact us for more details' subprime mortgage crisis in late 2008 as well as during the European banking crisis in 2012, many would-be buyers stayed on the sideline as they were afraid that there was more downside to come. At this moment regardless of the pandemic – or maybe because of the pandemic and the unprecedented financial support and negative interest rates – there are ample buyers around even though property prices have risen considerably. In hindsight, Confused about the new rental law? it is apparent that the last downturns offered a buying opportunity but inevitably when the Contact us for specialist advice. next downturn occurs many people will, again, be hesitant to commit themselves to buying h a p p y h o m e s l da. Contact us today: 281 320 283 a property. It is part of human nature that w ww.p o r t u g a l - a c c o m m o d a t i o n . c om emotions get in the way. R ua Dr. Parreira 1 37 Autumn has just started, which is historically next to Barclays Bank a good time for buying and selling property 880 0 - 3 46 T av i r a in the Algarve. In October you often have beautiful weather with plenty of sunshine and REAL ESTATE LAND & HOUSES ALGARVE a comfortable temperature between 20 – 25º degrees Celsius. For those who prefer to avoid the summer rush and heat it is an ideal time GOLF PROPERTIES VILLAS A PA RTMEN T S T O W N H OU SE S PLOTS to plan a stay in the Algarve and do some property hunting. If this is the right time, the time to buy a property is something only you can decide for yourself. As we do not live forever, trying to time the market may be of less importance to you than buying your dream home in the Algarve and enjoying the pleasure of staying in your own place in the sun. After all, if you hold onto your property over a long LHV - 1062 period of time, the moment of purchase and purchase price become less relevant if history Covering the whole of the Algarve as independant real estate agents, we can provide you with unbiased advice when you is any indication. The increasing cost of land, decide to purchase a property and can introduce you to a wide choice of reputable mortgage banks, architects, lawyers, builders, building materials, labour and inflation means charteredsurveyors andinterior designers. We have been in business for over 16 years, finding the right property for countless satisfied that the replacement value of an existing home clients. We currently have over 900 properties available online and would be very pleased to help you find your ideal home. If you are the owner of a good quality Contact us today: 281 320 281 is likely to be higher in 10 years from now. property and wish to sell, please contact www.l an d an d h ouses a lga r ve. com It is encouraging to see more buyers in the us to arr ange an appoin tment Algarve over the past 6 months, and if the TAVI RA VI L A MOURA Covid-19 restrictions are further relaxed we can move to a more normalised life, similar Rua J osé Pi r es Padi nha 1 78 N1 25, B enf ar r as, B ol i quei me to the one we had before 2020. It is therefore 8800 - 354 Tav i ra 810 0 - 068 B ol i quei me likely that demand will rise, while supply 24 www.eastalgarvemag.com

remains limited. Another factor driving property Solicitor Algarve prices are interest rates. They are gradually specialising in: roof & rising, but are still extremely low. Currently property interest rates on mortgages are at a historical Real Estate renovations or near all time low, making it easier for people Property Conveyancing to purchase a property. Additionally savers who From leaks to roofs and are also confronted with a negative interest Family law balconies, to complete rate environment continue to seek alternative Power of Attorney investments such as property that gives a renewals. Guttering decent return on investment. This may change English, French and Spanish supplied and fitted, flat in the future when central banks start tapering speaking and at a later date increase interest rates. roofs specialists and If you are the owner of a good quality property Telephone: +351 281 321 794 complete property and would like to sell, please contact us. Mobile: +351 963 096 407 renovations insode or out; All maintenance work, Robert Bijker Email: [email protected] painting, jetwash service Director Tr. Das cunhas n.º 35 8800-372 Tavira etc. Land & Houses Algarve – Yellow Homes www.landandhousesalgarve.com Call Jason www.landandhousesalgarve.de Tel: 960 136 445 Tavira Office or 281 324 602 Rua Dr. José Pires Padinha 178 [email protected] 8800 - 354 Tavira Tel: 281 320 281 Fax: 281 321 901 (AMI – 6232) Vilamoura Office EN 125, Benfarras Boliqueime 8100 - 068 Boliqueime Tel: 289 301294 Fax: 289 301439 Beautiful T3 Available for long term let located on the River Gilão in Tavira View from the roof terrace View from the balcony ● Huge living room/dining room with fireplace ● Separate guest suite with own living room ● Fully equipped kitchen ● Balcony and roof terrace with stunning river views CONTACT: [email protected] www.eastalgarvemag.com 25

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As you walk through this 3 or 4 Property bedroom Home, take in the of the month gardens and elevated view you can’t help but feel bewitched. Thoughtfully put together in the last couple of years to deliver a private and safe haven. Not to be missed! And there are more surprises... Charming Quinta - Estoi Refª: HOME2051Q Location: Faro|Conceição e Estoi Price: 595.000 € www.russell-decoz.com [email protected] call: +351 289 792 785 +351 911 765 100 Do you have a house for sale? Contact us and learn about our sales strategies. Licença AMI:870 @russelldecoz www.eastalgarvemag.com 25

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Compass Property Sales www.compasspropertysales.com Rua de Santo Estevão 25A [email protected] Tavira. AMI 17591 Call us +351 281 323 876 ¤385,000 IMPRESSIVE 3 BED TOWNHOUSE IN TAVIRA IN HIGH QUALITY DEVELOPMENT A beautifully appointed, very spacious and sun drenched 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom townhouse in an upmarket condominium famous for its beautifully landscaped communal gardens and large communal swimming pool located just a 10-minute walk from the Roman Bridge in the centre of picturesque Tavira in the East Algarve. The luxury property is sold furnished and comes with the benefit of a private garage and panoramic sea and country views from the roof terrace. • Property size: 226m2 • 3 bedrooms • 2 1/2 bathrooms • Private garage • Roof terrace with sea views • Electric shutters • Double glazed windows • Full air-conditioning • Electric heat wafers • Sun awnings • Sold fully furnished • Huge rental potential • Energy rating: IP • Ref: T-KEV MAIN OFFICE – (Waterfront) Ava Ria Formosa, Centro Comercial Loja 2, 8800-591 Cabanas de Tavira TEL: 281-370277 Mobile: 91 7212498 OFFICE – E.N.125, Cevadeiras, 8900-024 Vila Nova de Cacela TEL: 281-951165 Mobile: 91 2177055 EMAIL [email protected] LICENÇA No 504-AMI WEBSITE www.estealgarve.net 3 BED. TOWNHOUSE W/ GARAGE AND POOL - VILA NOVA DE CACELA - Situated in the center of the village within walking distance to all amenities ,2 kms from Manta Rota beach. Covered area 164m2 and uncovered 95m2. Sold furnished and equipped. ENERGY CLASS B- €320.000 www.eastalgarvemag.com 29

PHOTO OF THE MONTH This photo has a bit of everything; Sunset, crisp sharp colours in the foreground, soft misty horizon, all tinted with the unmistakable tint from the ‘golden hour’ As usual submitted to the Facebook page: ‘Algarve Amateur Photography group’ 30 www.eastalgarvemag.com

Lovely 1 bedroom apartment Urb. Lagar - Cabanas Top floor, Terraces with good orientation Garage, Sold furnished! 145.000€ Photographer: Ligia Glover Traditional cottage renovated From: Cabanas de Tavira 2 bedrooms Camera used: Canon PowerShot SX60 HS Comment: Everyone knows the Algarve sunsets are Moncarapacho – Pereiro magical and the golden hues of Ria Formosa in Cabanas Outbuildings that could be renovated de Tavira are simply irresistible for a keen amateur photographer like me. Photography is more than a hobby 10.000sqm land for me, it’s a passion! 339.000€ www.eastalgarvemag.com ALGAR VILA, Lda Since 1986 (AMI 431) Travessa das Cunhas, nº 29, 8800-372 Tavira, Faro (+351) 281 324 115 Tlm. 00351 963 660 971 Email: [email protected] www.algarvila.com 31

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Car insurance Cansado Guedes Looking for quality car insurance? Insurance Broker • Multi-policy discounts For over 100 years Zurich has • Legal and breakdown assistance been in Portugal protecting • Protected no claims bonus option available its customers with a service of excellence and superior 281 325 842 quality. [email protected] Being a Zurich Principal Rua 1 de Maio 26B r/c, 8800-360, Tavira Agent means representing a solid company, with integrity www.ibexinsure.com/tavira and close to the people. Car Home Motorbike Travel Health Boat Business Pet Community Lg. Tomás Cabreira, 13 – Apt.9 – 8800-315 TAVIRA Tel 281 323 705 Email: cansadoguedesseguros@ gmail.com Cars, Bikes, Homes, Health, Life, Travel, Work place For ALL your motoring needs including: • Car Servicing • Tyres • Headlight refurbishment • Air conditioning • Wheel Alignment • Full Diagnostics • Batteries • Spares GALP SPenervuis TAVIRA ◄EN125 TO OLHAO GALP TEL; 281 325 588 Contacts: EMAIL: [email protected] WWW.TAVILAR.PT Tel; 289 721 772 / 915 590 084 RUA D. MARCELINO FRANCO, 7-9, 8800-347, TAVIRA Email; [email protected] Website; www.servipneus.pt 34 Facebook; Servipneus www.eastalgarvemag.com

ON THE ROAD READERS CARS This month’s car of the month is the The restoration was a total overhaul; engine out, much more angular features, distinguished by Citroën Dyane, owned by Sofia seats reupholstered, wheels refurbished, new the introduction of a hatchback rear body. and bought new in 1974 from the brakes, tyres and of course a full respray with A panel van version named the Acadiane was Citroën dealership in Faro by her the 2 tone blue. The reason for the restoration also derived from the Dyane. father Jose Pilar. Sofia loves how was for a very special trip from Tavira to Viseu in Nearly 1.45 million Dyanes and some 250,000 the car drives and “wouldn’t sell it for the world”. the north of Portugal for Sofia’s son Guilherme’s Acadianes were made. Although the Dyane was It has done 71,000km from new and is used as wedding, held in July this year. It really was a a complete reskin of the 2CV, the body panels an every day driver. fabulous occasion for both mother and son. are not interchangeable. The 2CV remained on The car was restored last year taking 1 year to The Citroën Dyane is an economical family car sale as a cheaper, entry level model, and when complete and painted in dark blue at the bottom produced by the French automaker Citroën the Dyane was retired after more than fifteen to represent the sea and a light blue top to from 1967 to 1983. The Dyane design was years, its predecessor, the 2CV, kept soldiering represent the sky. directly based on the Citroën 2CV, but had on, outliving its intended successor. www.eastalgarvemag.com 35

Motoring Stronger, sharper, sportier: the new Macan Porsche launches the new Macan with increased performance, a sharper design and a new operating concept. All three available versions come with significantly more power than their predecessors. As the sporty flagship of the an option for the Macan and is standard for the Macan, including the new colours Papaya successful SUV line-up, the S and GTS models. Metallic and Gentian Blue Metallic, as well as Macan GTS sits at the top of The Macan GTS now sets itself apart from Python Green for the Macan GTS with the GTS the range. Its 2.9-litre V6 biturbo the other derivatives even more than before Sport package. With its Individual Colour and engine (Macan GTS (NEDC): with the now-standard sport air suspension, Paint To Sample options, Porsche Exclusive Fuel consumption combined 9.9 l/100 km, which lowers the body by 10mm. The dynamic Manufaktur significantly expands the design CO2 emissions combined 225 g/km; Macan benefits of the new GTS are above all due to freedom for the Macan. Larger wheels are also GTS (WLTP): Fuel consumption combined the fact that the air suspension is 10% more fitted as standard: they measure at least 19 11.7 – 11.3 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined rigid on the front axle and 15% firmer on the inches for the Macan, 20 inches for the Macan 265 – 255 g/km) now delivers 324 kW (440 rear axle compared with its predecessor. The S and 21 inches for the Macan GTS. A total PS) – an increase of 44 kW (60 PS). With the optional GTS Sport package further increases of seven new wheel designs have also been responsiveness and power delivery typical of the dynamic potential of the car, with 21-inch added to the range. Porsche GTS cars, it completes the 0 to 100 GT design wheels with performance tyres, New centre console with touch surface km/h sprint in 4.3 seconds when fitted with Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) and The new Porsche Macan offers a substantially the Sport Chrono package and reaches a top the Sport Chrono package. enhanced interior with a modern and elegantly speed of 272 km/h. Even sharper design with a sporty focus designed centre console. Its new operating Optimised chassis – new sport air Porsche has further sharpened the visuals of concept, which makes use of touch surfaces suspension for the GTS its compact SUV with a number of specific instead of tactile buttons, brings a clear structure The new Macan models also offer a wide changes. The redesigned nose with an inlay to the cockpit. A new, shorter selector lever sits in suspension bandwidth, balancing maximum in the exterior colour emphasises the Macan’s the centre of the clearly organised control module. suspension comfort and dynamic sports car width, making it look even more imposing on The analogue clock at the top of the dashboard performance. The chassis has been optimised the road. On the new GTS, the centre of the is now also standard equipment. A number further: the Macan now responds with even nose section as well as other elements are of leather upholstery and contrasting seam more sensitivity and more directly to the finished in black. The rear is now rounded off packages in Gentian Blue, Papaya or Crayon are driving situation and road conditions, giving towards the road by a striking diffuser in a optionally available to add new colour highlights the driver even better feedback via the steering particularly technical design. Here and at the to the interior. The Macan continues to offer many wheel. For this purpose, elements such as the front end it features a new 3D structure, which is online functions and services as standard. damper characteristics of the Porsche Active also optionally available for the car’s sideblades. These can be controlled via the 10.9-inch full HD Suspension Management (PASM) have been The LED headlights with the Porsche Dynamic touch display of the Porsche Communication re-adapted specifically for this model. It actively Light System (PDLS) and Sport Design exterior Management or by means of voice commands. and continuously regulates the damping force mirrors are now standard on all models. The Macan adopts the new multifunction and for each individual wheel. PASM is available as A total of 14 colours are available for the new GT Sport steering wheels from the 911. 36 www.eastalgarvemag.com

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Places GNóosdtoe ‘Happiness is only real when shared’ Share a dinner with friends at this popular and cosy restaurant, in the heart of Tavira We met owners Maria born in Africa the success of their wedding party, the overwhelming (Angola) and Vitor from Lisbon to favourite was the ‘knot of taste’... Nó de Gosto. find out more about them and their The concept of their restaurant is ‘Food to share’. The wonderful restaurant. The couple menu is made up of ‘petiscos’, designed to be shared first met when Maria was only 20, amongst friends. and by sheer coincidence, met again 20 years later, Maria says ‘If you can’t share food, what can you right here in Tavira. This time, the timing was perfect, share’. and love bloomed. At this time Maria was a qualified The idea is to keep the food traditional but give each lawyer, while Vitor had enjoyed a career in the Navy. dish a slightly different twist, in both appearance, The couple lived together in Istanbul, Turkey, due to with modern presentation, and subtle changes to Vitor’s work. Upon their return to Portugal and due flavours... that something extra special. The couple to their mutual love of cooking, both took a course in are always looking for different original dishes. Their cookery and restaurant management. inspiration comes from worldwide travel, including When Maria and Vitor were married, they held a from the time they spent in Turkey, but also from trips wedding party and called it ‘the knot’, partly due to In Thailand and Morocco. When on holiday they often them ‘tying the knot’, and also a nod back to Vitor’s take a course on the local cuisine, which can often naval history. lead to a new dish appearing on their menu. When the time came to name their restaurant, the Nó de Gosto try to use Portuguese products whenever couple asked friends for suggestions. Remembering possible, they also try to use small local producers. In 38 www.eastalgarvemag.com

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Places fact it’s only a Cola and Cider on their menu which are not locally produced. This summer the restaurants around Bishop's square requested that they have permission to use the gardens for extra seating. Permission was granted, a huge bonus for both customers and the restaurant owners. Nó de Gosto’s menu includes gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options. It is also designed to be flexible, they are happy to amend a dish to a customer's taste or requirement. This restaurant really is one of Tavira’s little gems, the perfect place to go with friends and share some happiness. Open all year round, Closed Tuesdays Check Facebook for opening times. Facebook: Nó de Gosto Tel: +351 931 380 343 Email: [email protected] Website: www.nodegosto.com 40 www.eastalgarvemag.com

Pizzeria Acqua e Sale Av. Dr. Mateus Texeira de TEL: +351 911 974 331 Facebook: acqua e sale Azevedo 8800 Tavira +351 281 321 711 Email: acquaesale.pt pausa RESTAURANTE tapas restaurant, Tavira FRANGANARIO Tavira Tel: 281 023 477 TRADITIONAL Facebook: PAUSA TAVIRA PORTUGUESE CUISINE Reservations: www.pausatavira.com Address: Rua Dr Marcelino Franco, 32 Travessa Almirante Candido dos 8800-347 Tavira, Portugal Reis 139, Tavira 8800-318 www.eastalgarvemag.com Telephone: +351 963 882 952 Facebook: Franganario Tavira 41

EAxpskatTBoAurDs ADVICE... the Not all advice is good and not all people are as genuine as you may think. Enjoy our 'bad advice' column from the expert we have all met, know and love... the Expat. I t’s the Algarve local election time! such as me would be attracted to the gathering for me for persuasion of key Today, the magazine meets a political peasant peanuts they had in their coffers. figures! Ballot boxes can mysteriously heavyweight, businessman and (Chortles). disappear… Expat giant, running to be elected. As if I’d cook the books! Me! (Laughter turns And wise as I am at 70, I am as resplendent He relentlessly, tirelessly, never- into a choking fit, so slowly sips water until in my impeccable business acumen. I endingly boasts of his extraordinary the spluttering subsides). also find flirtation with the local ladies is a credentials and we are pleased to give him Also, I heard from my most marvellous wonderful tactic, especially as my obedient the opportunity to explain why you should nationalist brethren, some of those Commie wife looks the other way. Also, my affairs vote for him! snitches lost the ability to walk! I wonder offer an opportunity to enhance the DNA of *Please note, this interview took place how! the locals! (Bellows with laughter)! I am as before the election. Sir Barnaby lost! And besides, my dear man, that’s all behind virile as I am dashing! He has now moved to Croatia. His wife is me, and England’s loss is the Algarve's gain! So essentially you are saying you are a now seeking protection from Interpol as a Mine is the philosophy of the old Colonialist. sexist out-of-touch and exploitative land result of allegations against Sir Barnaby the I am diehard upper crust, who seeks to speculator and slave-driver? magazine is unable to mention. butter both sides of my bread. It’s all about Barnaby: What did you just say? (Glowers)! A pleasure to meet you Sir Barnaby opportunism. Mine, not yours! Wait until my Grand Master hears about this! Sludge! So tell us why should people vote Magazine: So, you never really answered Your piffling and poisonous little magazine for you to be their Algarve local chief? the question. What will you bring to us if will be ground to dust! Barnaby: I am a fine English man at my you were voted in? Because ignorant lower mortals like leisure, here in Portugal and people should, Barnaby: Business, jobs, development and you cannot see the grand design of the of course, vote for me! I am not only a opportunity! What else? accomplished doesn’t mean you can Knight of the Realm of an International How? slander and libel me! Freemason High Secret Society, but I am an Barnaby: I am a rich investor. Damn all It is not libel, you just said… experienced politician back home in South these NIMBY types, all this decaying Barnaby: I said nothing you little swine, Thanet, though of course, I didn’t live there heritage can be replaced by wonderful land write a glowing article. You would not like (laughs), imagine! Just too ghastly… Now I speculation and towering new builds done to meet my bodyguard and security, would have retired here for warmer climates. on the cheap. you? I front the most marvellous Golf Club, Hotel Advancing civilization through one’s Not really… Chain and luxury developments. And when interests does not mean pandering to these Barnaby: Well be a good boy, my secretary I say they are marvellous, I say, marvellous! lily-livered do-gooders. has worked with a PR brief on a press And they look wonderful on the accounting It means buying up the resources, leaning release we expect you to write verbatim. spreadsheet. into one’s design, to exploit the low And also, this is the next Property Portfolio, Yes a quick Google search of your minimum wage and decorate oneself, with besides the centre, we would like to build Richmond role as a UKIP Councillor ample profit and glory. It certainly pays to over a listed historic Quinta and acres of shows your time ended in scandal. Tell be my friend, as those Town Hall politicians the useless Ria Formosa. Wildlife or bricks, us a little about that perhaps and why will soon discover! my dear man! So we need you to push the you moved? Do you really think you have a chance? luxury element, height and density you Barnaby: Oh, my dear Sir, you are such a Barnaby: Well Sir, through my golfing and see… bore. Do you believe what those ghastly business associates registering en masse, I Do you think our readers are that stupid? little tabloid rags tell you? Truly! Who have a good chance! Why would we print that? dropped you on your little thick head? We are distributing gifts and vouchers to Barnaby: Well everyone has a price or there My association with my dear friends at locals, who I visit with a translator! Oh, are other means of persuasion! Be a good Cambridge Analytica was never proven! Of of course, I am not learning Portuguese fellow, won’t you? A good fellow, that’s course those rambunctious ugly little Marxist as mine is the language of business and right, else my dear man, you will receive a brats at that circus called a Town Hall made wisdom. spanking you’ll live to regret… allegations of theft and embezzlement. The gifts are welcome, as one must Oh, and here are your completed ballots But then one can only pity the plebiscite speculate to accumulate my dear chap! for you and your family. You absolutely are who imagined that a man with accolades Else I have a team who are intelligence voting for me. 42 www.eastalgarvemag.com

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Art Artist of the Month: Lloyd Booker Lloyd Booker relocated to the Algarve two years ago at the age of 48 from Cheshire in the UK. Alongside the recent opening of his furniture store (Oliveira, Tavira) and accompanied everywhere by his faithful Cocker Spaniel - Oscar, he also continues his lifelong love of photography and art. He has a passion for photographic portraiture, capturing real characters in real situations, the beauty of forgotten inanimate objects and places and, a love of nature and the awesome spectacle it provides us all with. All of which using his talent to see things from unique perspectives. His work is sold across the Algarve and can be purchased through his Facebook page (facebook.com/lloydbookerphotography) or directly on 912 298 756. He also accepts private commissions for all types of portraiture; from business photographs for marketing purposes, weddings and proposals, much loved pets, to a simple day out at the beach capturing magical memories forever. 44 www.eastalgarvemag.com

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Expert financial advice Keep up to date with our Finance expert, chartered accountant Ricardo Chaves from All Finance Matters. Readers Q&A Each month we receive different for instance. authorities here, without any success and questions from our readers, Q I have the NHR status and currently they are not asking me to submit the tax although some of these the company where I work for in declaration for the year 2020, but I only questions are related to specific Sweden, has decided to give me a bonus moved in September. Can you help me? situations, sometimes the in recognition of good answer may help you to better understand In fact, all those that the tax system in Portugal and answer the services rendered to the queries from other readers. board. How will this be Portugal’s registered as tax residents during 2020, should have QWe are running out of time before the taxed in Portugal under current golden visa rules change (ends the NHR and is there a Golden Visa applied for the NHR until at the year’s end) and the threshold goes 31-03-2021. If you missed up and worse because Tavira no longer more favorable way of programme is a qualifies. What is the current threshold for declaring this, under very successful the deadline, then the only the golden visa? I’ve been told that it is the NHR regime, maybe way forward is to obtain €400k including purchase costs ie; stamp a tax residency certificate duty/notary costs etc. as service? Please note First of all, let me tell you that you should that this cannot be paid residency-by- from the HMRC – we can use a lawyer to assist you with the golden assist you with this – to visa application. With reference to the eligible as a dividend, as I am investments for the Golden Visa and referring only an employee. investment confirm to the Portuguese strictly to real estate investment, they are tax authorities that currently as follows: When you receive this Invest in real estate, of any type and anywhere income, either as a bonus programme, one although you changed in Portugal, in one or more properties, your address to Portugal whether singly or in co-ownership, purchased or salary, this will be taxed of the reasons for either individually or through a single-member at 20% in Portugal, if not this being the low in September 2020, you private limited company, such investment taxed in the country of were still a tax resident in being of at least €500,000 (reduced to the UK at that time. €400,000 if located in a “low density area”). source. If, however, it is Real estate and its rehabilitation, of any type taxed in Sweden, then in stay requirements If you can obtain such a and anywhere in Portugal, whether singly or document, we will then re- in co-ownership, purchased either individually Portugal it would not be or through a Portuguese single-member taxed. (a mere 7 apply for the NHR status private limited company, provided that one of from the tax year 2021. the following conditions are met: If, however, you decide The property has been built at least 30 years to invoice this income days per year This document will also ago and the property purchase price plus be used to cancel the the ex-VAT value of the rehabilitation works as a service, the tax on average). contract be at least €350,000 (reduced to treatment in Portugal may However, for tax office demand for the >€280,000 if located in a “low density area”), be slightly lower. The only submission of the IRS for or 2020, because you will be The property is located in designated areas issue is that you will need of urban rehabilitation and the purchase price to register your activity those who deemed as non-resident plus the ex-VAT value of the rehabilitation in Portugal for 2020 and works contract will be at least €350,000 as self-employed in (reduced to >€280,000 if located in a “low Portugal, prior to issuing intend to move only as a tax resident after density area”). In this case, if the total price of 2021. Please note that as the property’s purchase plus the rehabilitation the invoices. works does not reach €350,000 (reduced to In this case the tax to Portugal the tax year in the UK runs >€280,000 if located in a “low density area”), from April to April, this it is possible to keep the balance deposited in treatment will be as and live in this a Portuguese bank account. follows: Income x 75% x country, there means that you may still Portugal’s Golden Visa programme is a 20% = Tax Bill be liable for tax in the UK, very successful residency-by-investment until 5th of April 2021 and programme, one of the reasons for this being So, in theory you would the low stay requirements (a mere 7 days per be paying 15% or may be more from that date onwards, year on average). However, for those who liable for tax in Portugal. intend to move to Portugal and live in this even less, as there is a country, there may be more efficient and cost- discount on year 1 of efficient and Please feel free to send effective solutions, such as the D2 or D7 Visa us the questions you activity. Please note that registering your activity in cost-effective may have to ricardo@ allfinance.pt. We will the tax office will lead to solutions, such as other obligations, such as the D2 or D7 Visa select some of these to be quarterly VAT declarations published. and the obligation to pay for instance. social security after 12 months, in case you are not a pensioner from another country, or if you don’t pay social security contributions in any other EU country. Q I moved to Portugal in September 2020 and registered my new address in my NIF at the same time. I have now realized that I may have missed the deadline to be registered as an NHR, is this correct? 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Expert financial advice By Andy Oliver, CEO of Private Client Consultancy UK Inheritance Tax and Estate Planning: What You Need to Know In a recent report by the Organisation pay a reduced tax rate if more than 10% of options—all of them. There are so many for Economic Cooperation and their net worth is left to charity. aspects of the bureaucratic processes Development, a call was made to If your main residence is in the UK, then imparted upon us that are purposely made to increase UK inheritance tax (IHT). you are liable for the IHT on foreign assets. be painstaking. Knowledge of what choices The government is looking for ways However, if you live permanently abroad, then you have provides you with financial freedom, to pay off debts that were catalysed by the there may be exemptions depending on where and that is invaluable. pandemic, and policymakers are targeting you are domiciled (though these exemptions Later in life, whether it is due to empty nesting, IHT as a way of doing this. are very rare as it is incredibly difficult to lose for the stamp duty holiday, or because of Some believe that increasing the tax your domicile). This is a complicated area of ageing, many people decide to sell their on inheritance is a fair way of funding the law and can be discussed in further detail expensive properties or go into care homes. government programmes. Others argue that with one of our advisers. Often, they don’t realise that this allows it should not be so high because it is money What you want to avoid is being taxed twice. them to qualify for a little-known tax credit that has been previously taxed. Whatever If you don’t manage your estate carefully by called the ‘downsizing addition’. The amount your beliefs are, it is imperative that you be having an expert help you understand the one receives for the downsizing addition is prepared for these changes. It is advisable to laws of the countries you hold residencies in, typically the same as the residence nil rate develop an effective strategy well in advance. then you may risk being taxed twice. band that is lost when the prior home is no Private Client Consultancy can help you feel Establish a trust longer included in the estate. confident about your plan. There are many benefits to creating a trust. Many have no idea that the downsizing Because property prices are continuing to For one, they protect your wealth by helping addition even exists, and this is partly to do rise, more people are being pushed over the provide managed funds to your beneficiaries. with the fact that the rules around it are very IHT threshold of £325,000. When a property They also allow for shares and equity to be complicated. If this family home allowance is is involved, the threshold rises to £500,000. passed on in an efficient manner. not claimed by the descendants after a death, Evidently, UK IHT is complex, and it is made Assets that have been placed in a trust are the family will incur a large death tax bill. even more difficult for expatriates. While not exempt from the law. This is a common Claiming the downsizing addition often allows Portugal does not have IHT, British nationals misconception that has landed many people for the tax bill to be cut entirely. Therefore, will still typically be subject to the UK’s in troubled waters. However, they do reduce missing out on this tax credit can cost families inheritance laws. This is even if they are a IHT if created properly. Because the laws as much as six-figure sums. resident of Portugal and none of their assets around trusts are intricate, you may end up Additionally, you may want to consider an are in the UK. paying more IHT than necessary. Therefore, equity release scheme. Lifetime mortgages The following is vital information regarding speaking with a professional is necessary and home reversion schemes allow you IHT that you may want to consider when because they can help you avoid this. to keep living in your family home all while planning your estate. Set up a life insurance policy releasing money and reducing IHT. Once the Make a will It is possible to use a life insurance policy to equity has been released from your house, it Making a will is one of the first steps in help beneficiaries cover any IHT liability. If can be gifted to your descendants. There will planning your estate. Quite frankly, it is also your beneficiaries are paid a regular income be no IHT to be paid on it if this is done at the most important. Of course, no one wants or lump sum from your life insurance and least seven years prior to your death. to think about this. There are many emotions the money takes your estate above the Before making any significant decisions about that arise when one begins this kind of IHT threshold, then whatever is above the what will happen to your estate when you are planning, but the benefits are endless. Often threshold is liable to 40% tax. However, if gone, speak to one of our Wealth Managers to when there is no plan in place, loved ones your life insurance is paid to your spouse or a ensure your plan is perfectly tailored to your are left with hefty IHT bills at a time when charity, then IHT is usually not charged. This needs. As I mentioned before, the legalities they should be allowed to process their grief. is true even when the amount surpasses the around IHT and estate planning are often so Where the estate value is high, IHT must IHT threshold. convoluted that people leave it until the last always be paid. However, if a will is made in Whether or not IHT will need to be paid minute. Of course, doing this will allow for advance (and regularly updated), the amount depends on your estate’s value. However, if various problems to arise that could have of tax will be greatly reduced. you write your life insurance policy into a trust, been avoided. Consulting with an adviser To ensure that your possessions, property, the lump sum that is paid out in the event of about your estate will provide relief and and money are allocated properly, it is your death is not included in your legal estate. ultimately save you so much time and energy. essential to seek out professional help when Therefore, by giving up ownership of your You have already done the hard work. We drawing up a will. This is especially true when assets, all management responsibilities go to are here to simply help you make the most there is a business and/or overseas property the trustees and the estate will no longer be of what your hard work has afforded you and involved. Business relief will allow for some subject to IHT. your family. If you would like to discuss your assets to be passed on either tax-free or with Know your rights plan with a qualified adviser, please get in a reduction on the bill. 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