October 15, 2025

59. Building the Right Team for Your International Move: Integrated Financial Planning for British Expats | Ask An Expert with Holly Caulder and Aidan Grant

49 minutes

You need a cross-border advisory team to navigate complex international tax laws before it’s too late. Investing in pre-planning before moving to a new country is crucial to avoid financial pitfalls.

This week, you’ll hear from Holly Caulder - dual-qualified U.S. and U.K. tax advisor at Buzzacott, and Aidan Grant – U.K. tax and estate planning attorney at Collyer Bristow as they unpack the financial logistics of moving between the U.K. and the U.S.

Host Richard Taylor - dual U.K./U.S. citizen and Chartered Financial Planner leads a conversation alongside Holly Caulder and Aidan Grant, delving into the complexities faced by British expats navigating the U.S.-U.K. cross border financial landscape. They explore common planning opportunities and the essential role of a coordinated cross-border advisory team.

In this episode, Richard, Holly & Aidan explore:

When residency for tax purposes starts.

The critical timing of tax and legal planning before moving to the U.S.

Reporting requirements for non-U.S. financial accounts and the consequences of ignoring them.

The issue of Passive Foreign Investment Companies (PFICs) and how they are taxed.

Challenges with holding ISAs in the U.S. and unexpected U.S. tax implications.

Complications and opportunities in estate planning across borders, especially involving trusts.

More about We’re The Brits In America:

With the right financial advice, landmines that threaten expat wealth can be avoided. Often encountered by U.S. -connected expats, these financial landmines are more numerous, more hazardous, and less understood than almost anywhere else in the world. As a result, non-cross-border professionals, wealth advisors, and even international advisors are often unaware of them. But don’t worry, We're The Brits In America has you covered.

We're The Brits In America is dedicated to helping ambitious U.S.-connected expats and immigrants navigate those challenges — and thrive. Whether you’ve moved to the U.S. for opportunity or are an American seeking adventure and growth abroad, our job is to equip you with the tools and insights you need to succeed.

We're The Brits 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.

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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