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62. The Complexities of Having a UK Pension in the US: Navigating Pension Commencement Lump Sums | From The Trenches with James Boyle
Many expats assume their Pension Commencement Lump Sum (PCLS) will remain tax-free when they relocate, but the US UK tax treaty leaves too much ambiguity to be certain. Therefore, what should you do with your PCLS when moving to the US as a British expat? Working with a dedicated cross-border tax advisor can help you avoid costly IRS repercussions.
Host Richard Taylor – dual UK/US citizen and Chartered Financial Planner – is joined by James Boyle – Lead Financial Planner at Plan First Wealth – to break down the UK’s 25% retirement lump sum, or PCLS. Many expats want to bring that lump sum…
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