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Welcome to US-UK Tax Talk, brought to you by Collyer Bristow. Hosted by Aidan Grant, a Partner in our Tax & Estate Planning team, this series explores the complex world of cross-border tax and estate planning. Aidan specialises in advising high-net-worth individuals with UK-US interests, including mixed-domicile marriages, UK-resident US citizens, and beneficiaries of US trusts. Named in Citywealth’s Top 100 Future Leaders, he brings expert insight and practical advice to every episode. Join us as we engage with leading professionals across the UK and US, covering everything from wills and trusts to charity tax, and moving to the UK. Expect straight-talking discussions on English tax law - always with a US perspective. Subscribe now and stay informed on the latest in UK-US tax and estate planning. For expert advice tailored to your needs, visit collyerbristow.com. Disclaimer: This content is provided for general information only and does not constitute legal or other professional advice. Appropriate legal or other professional opinion should be taken before taking or omitting to take any action in respect of any specific problem. Collyer Bristow LLP accepts no liability for any loss or damage which may arise from reliance on information contained in this material.

Recent Episodes

Opening Doors: UK Banking Solutions for US Citizens

In this episode of US-UK Tax Talk, Aidan Grant is joined by Simon Gardiner, Senior Private Banker at Weatherbys, to discuss why Americans can find banking in the UK difficult—and how a relationship-led approach can help. Aidan and Simon explore why establishing a UK banking relationship can be valuable for Americans moving to, working in or spending significant time in the UK. They discuss currency exposure, overseas transaction fees, building a UK financial footprint and the practical diffic...

41 MIN

BONUS EPISODE: UK Tax Relief for US LLCs: Could HMRC Finally End Double Taxation?

In this special bonus episode of US-UK Tax Talk, Aidan Grant is joined by James Austen and Henry Lopes, Partners in the Private Wealth team at Collyer Bristow, to discuss HMRC’s consultation on the UK tax treatment of US LLCs. Aidan, James and Henry revisit the Anson case and explore why US LLC owners living in the UK can face economic double taxation. They discuss HMRC’s historic approach to LLCs, the new consultation on “reverse hybrids”, and why the consultation may offer cautious cause fo...

51 MIN

Equity Compensation Across Borders: Navigating US–UK Tax Rules for Shares, Options and Deferred Pay

In this episode of US-UK Tax Talk, Aidan Grant is joined by Michael Lewis, Partner in the US/UK Cross Border Tax Services team at EY, to discuss the tax issues that arise when US-connected employees in the UK receive shares, stock options, restricted stock units and other forms of deferred compensation. Aidan and Michael explore why ordinary cash remuneration is generally easier to manage across the two countries, and what changes when an employee receives non-cash or deferred awards. They di...

51 MIN

What Happens If You Run Your US Business from the UK?

In this episode of US-UK Tax Talk, Aidan Grant is joined by Alex Straight, Partner in the US team at Blick Rothenberg, to discuss the tax and practical issues that arise when entrepreneurs and business owners run a business cross-border between the UK and the US. Aidan and Alex explore what happens when a US business owner moves to the UK and continues to manage or work for their business. They discuss central management and control, permanent establishment risk, and why a US company can acc...

47 MIN

Private Equity Explained: From Deal Structure to Exit

In this episode of US-UK Tax Talk, Aidan Grant is joined by Collyer Bristow partner Ragavan Arunachalam, Head of Private Equity, to explore the world of private equity, corporate acquisitions and dealmaking. Aidan and Ragavan discuss what private equity is, how it differs from venture capital, and why private equity investors are increasingly looking to the UK market. They explain how deals are structured, the role of debt and equity financing, and why management teams are often just as impor...

50 MIN