28 episodes

A podcast by British expats in the US for British expats in the US. We're the Brits In America is brought to you by Plan First Wealth LLC, a US/UK cross-border financial planning and wealth management firm exclusively serving successful British expatriates now living in America. Being an immigrant to America can be - should be - a wonderful, life-changing decision. But, it can also be extremely challenging, accompanied by some unique and idiosyncratic rules and regulations that can catch the unknowing expat unawares. At Plan First Wealth LLC, on an almost daily basis, we see Brits in America making many of the same avoidable mistakes and missteps - some of which have been going on for years and can be costly to resolve.Meeting with prospective clients one-on-one is great and we can have an enormous impact on the people we work with directly, but we're not moving the needle. We're the Brits In America seeks to address the problem en masse. 
Our mission & purpose is that of Plan First Wealth LLC - we want to help fellow British expats thrive in America. We want them to change their and their family's lives financially. We want Brits in America to be rewarded for their boldness and their risk taking and be wealthier and happier. We believe that this can be achieved, in large part, by avoiding the expat landmines that can trip them up and by taking advantage of all available opportunities. We're the Brits In America consists of 3 different show formats:
Ask An Expert will tap into host Richard Taylor's network and bring subject matter experts - professionals in the US/UK advisory space - on to highlight some of the challenges and also opportunities that accompany being an expatriate in America.
From The Trenches will see Richard and colleague James Boyle bring you their take on what's going on in the world. They'll do a deep dive into some technical topics and share their thoughts on some of the popular financial planning aphorisms, all interlaced with the real stories and observations that they encounter on a daily basis in the field.
Finally, Always An Expat is a show where we bring in an interesting expat to talk about their experience moving to and living in America,
I hope you enjoy! More importantly, I hope you thrive! 
 
 
We're The Bris In America is affiliated with Plan First Wealth LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.  The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Plan First Wealth. 
The information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Plan First Wealth does not provide any tax and/or legal advice and strongly recommends that listeners seek their own advice in these areas. 

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A podcast by British expats in the US for British expats in the US. We're the Brits In America is brought to you by Plan First Wealth LLC, a US/UK cross-border financial planning and wealth management firm exclusively serving successful British expatriates now living in America. Being an immigrant to America can be - should be - a wonderful, life-changing decision. But, it can also be extremely challenging, accompanied by some unique and idiosyncratic rules and regulations that can catch the unknowing expat unawares. At Plan First Wealth LLC, on an almost daily basis, we see Brits in America making many of the same avoidable mistakes and missteps - some of which have been going on for years and can be costly to resolve.Meeting with prospective clients one-on-one is great and we can have an enormous impact on the people we work with directly, but we're not moving the needle. We're the Brits In America seeks to address the problem en masse. 
Our mission & purpose is that of Plan First Wealth LLC - we want to help fellow British expats thrive in America. We want them to change their and their family's lives financially. We want Brits in America to be rewarded for their boldness and their risk taking and be wealthier and happier. We believe that this can be achieved, in large part, by avoiding the expat landmines that can trip them up and by taking advantage of all available opportunities. We're the Brits In America consists of 3 different show formats:
Ask An Expert will tap into host Richard Taylor's network and bring subject matter experts - professionals in the US/UK advisory space - on to highlight some of the challenges and also opportunities that accompany being an expatriate in America.
From The Trenches will see Richard and colleague James Boyle bring you their take on what's going on in the world. They'll do a deep dive into some technical topics and share their thoughts on some of the popular financial planning aphorisms, all interlaced with the real stories and observations that they encounter on a daily basis in the field.
Finally, Always An Expat is a show where we bring in an interesting expat to talk about their experience moving to and living in America,
I hope you enjoy! More importantly, I hope you thrive! 
 
 
We're The Bris In America is affiliated with Plan First Wealth LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.  The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Plan First Wealth. 
The information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Plan First Wealth does not provide any tax and/or legal advice and strongly recommends that listeners seek their own advice in these areas. 

    24: No Plan B: The Retirement Reality Check

    24: No Plan B: The Retirement Reality Check

    Richard Taylor recaps recurrent themes and issues he’s seen throughout his career as a financial planner, as well as the principles that he’s built up to tackle them head on.Rich imparts practical advice on several key points which he says are fundamental to his belief system and are key to successful financial planning, making it in America, and living a fulfilling life.Always an Expat is affiliated with Plan First Wealth LLC, an SEC registered investment advisor. The views and opinions expr...

    • 13 min
    23. How to make it in America | Ask An Expert with Duncan Edwards

    23. How to make it in America | Ask An Expert with Duncan Edwards

    “You have to treat it as a foreign country; you have to make the same kind of preparation for market entry as if you were preparing to go into India or Indonesia or somewhere else.” That’s a quote from Duncan Edwards, guest on this episode of WTBIA. Despite the cultural similarities, treat the US like any foreign market – do your prep. Duncan is the CEO of the British American Business, a leading transatlantic trade organisation with 450 member companies. The BAB exists to strengthen tra...

    • 52 min
    22. Sell in May and go away? | From the Trenches

    22. Sell in May and go away? | From the Trenches

    Richard Taylor and James Boyle are back, bringing you the latest reports and their unfiltered takes on what’s going in the world of US/UK cross-border investing and financial planning. Rich and James start with a look at how the markets behaved in May, which was generally very positive. As said many times on the show before, it’s important not be reactive or make emotional investment decisions. Current events influencing long-term investment strategies is a common mistake. Don’t to...

    • 42 min
    21. Understanding dual taxation: it's better to go talk to the IRS than have the IRS come looking for you | From the Trenches

    21. Understanding dual taxation: it's better to go talk to the IRS than have the IRS come looking for you | From the Trenches

    Richard Taylor and Sean Kearney are in the trenches, giving you the latest reports and their unfiltered takes on what’s going in the world of investing and financial planning. Sean is the founder of Amvoy Wealth, an Irish/American financial planning and investment management firm based in Dublin and New York City. You need to understand dual taxation. The US and Irish tax systems shouldn’t be viewed in isolation; Sean explains how they interact and how they can impact your financial plan...

    • 51 min
    20. The importance of sticking to an investment plan | From the Trenches

    20. The importance of sticking to an investment plan | From the Trenches

    Richard Taylor and James Boyle are in the trenches, giving you the latest reports and their unfiltered takes on what’s going in the world of investing and financial planning.There’s been a 25% increase in the markets from Oct 2023 to March 2024, followed by a noticeable downturn in April. Most of us know the importance of sticking to investment plans, but how do we create one, and how do we keep a steady hand in volatile times? Rich and James also talk about non-US investments for Brits...

    • 47 min
    19. How the US operates as 50 little countries | Ask An Expert with Christy Woskobojnik

    19. How the US operates as 50 little countries | Ask An Expert with Christy Woskobojnik

    In the UK you've got four countries that make up the United Kingdom, governed by HMRC. In the US, you've got 50 little governments that reside under that umbrella. They each have autonomous authority to set their own rules, and that's where we see people stumble the most. Christy Waskobojnik is a tax advisor specializing in US-UK cross-border matters, and head of business development for DYUSA, a tax and accounting firm. This week's Ask An Expert with Christy focuses on advice for busine...

    • 42 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
8 Ratings

8 Ratings

RachelAls ,

A must-listen for expats

This show is a must listen for expats everywhere. Each episode feels like a warm embrace from home. The host brings captivating stories of adventures and challenges that resonate. Highly recommended!

jd6548 ,

Inspirational and Relatable!

This podcast is like having a cuppa with friends, sharing tales of expat life in the USA. The stories are fascinating and remind us that we’re not alone in this journey. The host’s genuine curiosity and thoughtful questions make each story a delightful listen. Can’t wait for more!

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