Joachim Langer and Christopher Langer.
ASK THE EXPERTS – UK PENSION TRANSFER Langer Vorsorge- & Finanzdienste is the ideal partner when considering a BritishGerman pension transfer through QROPS. With three decades’ experience under their belt, the finance firm offers comprehensive and individualised advice, and is also specialised in private healthcare.
brings with it a clear benefit. “We are able to react quickly to our clients’ needs and can implement their wishes in an extremely short amount of time,” Langer adds.
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Clients also benefit from the long-standing professional relationship with the insurance group ALH (Alte Leipziger – Hallesche), which the finance firm has maintained for various decades. Alte Leipziger is one of the few German life insurance companies which is allowed to facilitate the so-called QROPS (Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Scheme). Additionally through ALH Langer, clients can also be offered special health insurance packages for expats.
You may not have heard about it, but you can, in fact, transfer a British pension to Germany. Christopher Langer, owner of finance company Langer Vorsorge- & Finanzdienste, is right at home when it comes to UK pension transfers. Together with his team, the financial adviser offers highly individualised consulting services around pension transfers and is particularly of interest to those who live in Germany and work (or have previously worked) for a British employer. “In general, of course, one has to have a UK pension to be eligible – either self-funded or by the employer,” he explains. “If that’s the case, 60 | Issue 89 | January 2022
we can analyse if it could perhaps be beneficial to transfer that pension to Germany. A pension transfer can reduce future tax-related and economic uncertainties regarding the existing UK pension. It’s also possible to get a pension in Germany that is more efficient, more flexible or more attractive.” Langer and his team scrutinise each individual case from all angles and discuss every aspect in depth with their clients so they can make an informed decision. Working with a small yet highly efficient team at Langer Vorsorge- & Finanzdienste also
Each client’s requirements are different; hence, at Langer Vorsorge- & Finanzdienste, individuality and flexibility take centre-stage. This versatility is not only valued by the clients, but also by Christopher Langer himself.
