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23 Mar 2026
Founded in 2018 by British expat Richard Taylor, Plan First Wealth exists because we know first-hand how challenging – and rewarding – expat life in America can be. Read on to discover what makes us tick.
In our view, great advice starts with listening, understanding, and treating people with respect. The work we do here at Plan First Wealth is grounded in clarity, integrity, and a genuine desire to help expats feel more in control of their financial lives.
Here, we’re intentional about our culture too. Every member of staff strives to be thoughtful, collaborative, and focused on doing the right thing consistently.
Plan First Wealth’s roots stretch back to 1977, when founder Richard Taylor’s father, Chris, began advising families in the UK. That commitment to personal, long‑term guidance carried through the generations and, eventually, across the Atlantic.
Richard launched the US arm of the Taylor family business in 2018, and was later joined by American CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERS® Martha Kern and James Boyle. Together, they built a uniquely cross‑border advisory model pairing UK‑qualified advisers with US‑licensed professionals – an approach designed specifically for British expats.
In 2022, the firm was rechristened Plan First Wealth, reflecting a philosophy that planning should always come before products. Today, that principle continues to guide everything we do.
Navigate the unique financial challenges of expat life with the help of our free resources. From pensions to tax planning and more, discover insights designed specifically for Brits in America.