American in Britain magazine and www.theamericanhour.com

03/02/2025

The Winter Issue of American in Britain is available to read at www.theamericanhour.com which includes a great article by MASECO Private Wealth on navigating the new US-UK landscape.

Launched in 1999, The American Hour website offers advice and information to American expatriates moving to, and living in, the UK.

15/07/2024

Wanted to share a great event that is happening on the 9th September 2024, for Americans which is free to attend
You are cordially invited to come along to our next American Finance & Networking Event, at The Royal Automobile Club, a Private Members Club situated on Pall Mall, London.
The event will take place from 12.00pm - 3.30pm and offers you the opportunity to network with other Americans living in the UK, along with an hour’s useful advice on all aspects of financial management for Americans who are living in the UK.
We are delighted that Roland Sabates, Jonathan Gold and Joe Crome will again be hosting these seminars, that will cover:
Important Tax Considerations for Americans in the UK
The seminar will provide a general tax update for American Expats and outline key tax issues, including strategies to avoid double taxation, saving for retirement, home ownership, and starting a business.
Presented by Roland Sabates, Expat Legal Services Group
An Update On The Global Investment Landscape And How To Structure Your Investments As An American Living In Britain
This seminar will have three parts:- A macroeconomic update- The difficulties Americans in Britain face for managing their global investment portfolios- Suggestions for how to structure investments effectively.
Presented by Jonathan Gold, London & Capital
Smart, Tax-Effective Giving For Dual US & UK Taxpayers
Joe Crome, Head of CAF American Donor Fund, will share insight on the best ways to give to charities in the UK, US and around the world, how to maximise the tax relief available to you, making use of the UK’s Gift Aid scheme and flexible solutions to plan your charitable giving over the longer-term.
You will also have the opportunity to meet Roberson Wines, Red Carnation Hotels and Residentialland, who are also supporting this event.

This event is only for Americans living in the UK, and is FREE TO ATTEND, so to register for this event, please email [email protected] with the name/s of those who would like to attend.

11/02/2024

Interesting article on the various Funds available to enable American's to give to charity in a tax efficient way by Maseco in the Winter issue of American in Britain. Visit their website at www.masecoprivatewealth.com to get further information

MASECO Private Wealth is an independent wealth management firm seeking to enrich the lives of our American and global clients. We are a fiduciary which means that in all that we do, we act in your best interests.

11/02/2024

The Winter issue of American in Britain is available to read at

Launched in 1999, The American Hour website offers advice and information to American expatriates moving to, and living in, the UK.

16/02/2023

American Finance & Networking Event

Is taking place on Monday 6th March in The Mountbatten Room at
The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London, from 12.30pm - 3.30pm.

This FREE event is for American expatriates living in the UK, and will comprise of the following three seminars as well as the opportunity to network with the speakers, sponsors and exhibitors as well as fellow Americans.

You will also have the opportunity to win fantastic prizes kindly donated by the sponsors & exhibitors.

The three seminars will be cover:
Key Tax Considerations for Americans in the United Kingdom, hosted by Roland Sabates, Expat Legal Services

This seminar will cover tax changes arising from pandemic-related legislation in the United States and outline important tax rules that all Americans should understand when making day-to-day decisions regarding their small business, retirement, and home ownership.

An Update on the Global Investment Landscape and Wealth Management Issues Facing Americans Living in Britain, hosted by Jonathan Gold, London & Capital

This seminar will include a macroeconomic update. It will also cover the difficulties Americans in Britain face for managing their global investment portfolios and provide suggestions for how to structure these effectively.

Smart, Tax-Effective Giving For Dual UK & US Taxpayers, hosted by Joe Crome, CAF American Donor Fund

Joe will share insight on the best ways to give to charities in the UK, US and around the world, how to maximise the tax relief available to you, making use of the UK’s Gift Aid scheme and flexible solutions to plan your charitable giving over the longer-term.

As spaces are limited you must RSVP to this event, so in order to register your attendance please reply to this invitation or
email: [email protected] and put RSVP in the subject,
and then please let me know the full names/s of those who would like to attend.

This event is a free to attend, and complimentary tea, coffee and pastries will be available.

I look forward to hearing from you and hope you will be able to attend this event, and please do pass this invitation on
to your American friends and colleagues who are more than welcome to attend.

Sponsored by:

Expat Legal Group, London & Capital, Charities Aid Foundation,
St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, Hard Rock, Maybourne Hotels & Knightsbridge School

06/02/2023

We are delighted to invite you to our American Finance & Networking Event that is taking place on Monday 6th March in The Mountbatten Room at The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London, from 12.30pm - 3.30pm.

This FREE event is for American expatriates living in the UK, and will comprise of the following three seminars as well as the opportunity to network with the speakers, sponsors and exhibitors
as well as fellow Americans.

You will also have the opportunity to win fantastic prizes kindly donated by the sponsors & exhibitors

The three seminars will cover:

Key Tax Considerations for Americans in the United Kingdom, hosted by Roland Sabates, Expat Legal Services

This seminar will cover tax changes arising from pandemic-related legislation in the United States and outline important tax rules that all Americans should understand when making day-to-day decisions regarding their small business, retirement, and home ownership.

An Update on the Global Investment Landscape and Wealth Management Issues Facing Americans Living in Britain, hosted by Jonathan Gold, London & Capital

This seminar will include a macroeconomic update. It will also cover the difficulties Americans in Britain face for managing their global investment portfolios and provide suggestions for how to structure these effectively.

Smart, Tax-Effective Giving For Dual UK & US Taxpayers, hosted by Joe Crome, CAF American Donor Fund

Joe will share insight on the best ways to give to charities in the UK, US and around the world, how to maximise the tax relief available to you, making use of the UK’s Gift Aid scheme and flexible solutions to plan your charitable giving over the longer-term.

As spaces are limited you must RSVP to this event, so in order to register your attendance please reply to this invitation or
email: [email protected] and put RSVP in the subject,
and then please let me know the full names/s of those who would like to attend.

This event is a free to attend, and complimentary tea, coffee and pastries will be available.

I look forward to hearing from you and hope you will be able to attend this event, and please do pass this invitation on
to your American friends and colleagues who are more than welcome to attend.

Sponsored by:

Expat Legal Group, London & Capital, Charities Aid Foundation,
St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, Hard Rock, Maybourne Hotels & Knightsbridge School

25/05/2022

I am delighted to invite you to American in Britain's next

American Finance & Networking Event

that is taking place on

Monday 13th June, at Smith & Wollensky, 1-11 John Adam Street, London, WC2N 6HT

from 12pm - 3.30pm.

This event is free for American expatriates living in the UK, and will comprise of three finance seminars as well as the opportunity to network with the speakers and sponsors as well as fellow Americans.

The topics that will be covered are:

Key Tax Considerations for Americans in the United Kingdom - Roland Sabates, Expat Legal Services

This seminar will cover tax changes arising from pandemic-related legislation in the United States and outline important tax rules that all Americans should understand when making day-to-day decisions regarding their small business, retirement, and home ownership.

An Update on the Global Investment Landscape and Wealth Management Issues Facing Americans Living in Britain - Jonathan Gold, London & Capital

Smart, Tax-Effective Giving For Dual UK & US Taxpayers - Joe Crome, CAF American Donor Fund

Joe will share insight on the best ways to give to charities in the UK, US and around the world, how to maximise the tax relief available to you, making use of the UK’s Gift Aid scheme and flexible solutions to plan your charitable giving over the longer-term.

As spaces are limited you must RSVP to this event, so in order to register your attendance pleaseemail: [email protected] and put RSVP in the subject, and then please let me know the full names/s of those who would like to attend.

This event is a free to attend, and complimentary tea, coffee and pastries will be available.

I look forward to hearing from you and hope you will be able to attend this event, and please do pass this invitation on
to your American friends and colleagues who are more than welcome to attend.

10/05/2022

"You are invited to the American Society's upcoming event on the 19th May at the Benjamin Franklin house!
The event will run from 6pm until around 9pm. Food and refreshments will be provided. The tickets are £30 per person and we have very few tickets left! If you would like to attend the event please email [email protected] "

01/02/2022

Contestants needed for tv series where you can win a home

05/02/2021

The link for William Russell is below

https://www.william-russell.com/about/products/?utm_source=american-hour&utm_medium=ah-newsletter&utm_campaign=introducers-referral

The trusted partner for Expat Health Insurance, Life Insurance and Income protection for over 28 years.

05/02/2021

With all the confusion about health insurance and what people need below is a great article from our current email newsletter from William Russell answering many commonly asked questions.

Worldwide Health Insurance: Which Countries Require It For Entry?

It is always advisable to have health insurance if you are living or working overseas. But there are now an increasing number of countries that won’t let you in without it. Find out which countries these are and how to choose the right insurance for you. Mandatory health insurance is becoming more common - In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, mandatory health insurance for entering a country is becoming more common. Some countries are now requiring visitors to have health insurance before they will issue a visa. In others, you risk being turned away at arrivals if you don’t have cover.

Currently, many countries are restricting entry to travellers. If they are open to travellers, many countries require negative coronavirus tests for entry and/or are imposing quarantine restrictions. The situation is changing rapidly, so make sure you check the requirements for the country you plan to visit before you travel. All international arrivals to England, including UK nationals, are required to present a negative COVID-19 test taken up to 72 hours prior to departure.

Why do some countries require you to have health insurance for entry?

Having the right health insurance means visitors and expats will be able to access medical treatment if they need it without being faced with enormous costs. But countries also want to protect their own health systems. Particularly in the age of COVID-19, they do not want to see hospitals and clinics left with unpaid bills for healthcare given to visitors.


Which countries won’t let you in without health insurance?

Countries where you will need health insurance on entry include:

ARUBA: This Caribbean island has introduced mandatory Aruba Visitor Insurance to help cover expenses up to US$75,000 if you test positive for COVID-19 during your stay. Premiums are per person and depend on your age and the length of your stay.
COSTA RICA: International health insurance guaranteeing at least US$50,000 of coverage for COVID-19 is mandatory.
CUBA: To enter the country you must have travel insurance with cover for COVID-19.
ECUADOR: Foreign tourists travelling to the Galapagos must have health insurance.
ST. MAARTEN: Health insurance is compulsory for all visitors and additional insurance covering COVID-19 related expenses is ‘strongly recommended’.
TAHITI: You will need to attest that you have health insurance or that you will personally assume all expenses for the cost of your care if you fall ill.
TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS: As well as completing a detailed health screening, visitors will have to provide evidence of having health/travel insurance that covers COVID-19.
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES: Visitors to Dubai must have international health insurance before travelling.

What other health-related entry requirements are there?

To enter many countries, you will need to have evidence of a recent negative COVID-19 test. You may also be asked to take a test on arrival. There may also be quarantine requirements.

Does Medicare cover me in a foreign country?

Medicare is the US federal health insurance programme. Medicare does not normally cover medical care outside the US and its territories, although there are some very limited exceptions. In all cases, if you have health insurance for your own country, you will need to check whether it offers any coverage in other countries too. If it doesn’t, you’ll need a separate health insurance policy.

Which countries have mandatory health insurance?

In some counties, it is compulsory for citizens to have health insurance, while companies in some countries are obliged to provide health insurance for employees. These countries include:

Dubai and Abu Dhabi: employers are responsible for providing health insurance cover for employees.
Oman: it is mandatory for private sector employers to provide basic health insurance coverage for employees, including expats.

What insurance do I need for working abroad?

Whether or not it is compulsory in the country you’re going to work in, for your peace of mind and wellbeing, you will need health insurance that covers you for illness or injury when you’re living overseas. As well as that protection, our international insurance also gives you 24/7 access to help with navigating language barriers and unfamiliar hospital settings.

Which is the best international health insurance?

The best international health insurance for you will depend on your situation and the level of cover you want. Speak to a specialist company, such as William Russell, who can provide a truly personalised service for expats with a range of health insurance policies that allow you to choose options to suit your lifestyle.

Learn more about our plans from William Russell - Click here https://www.william-russell.com/about/products/?utm_source=american-hour&utm_medium=ah-newsletter&utm_campaign=introducers-referral

05/01/2021

Happy New Year to all our readers from Helen and I and we wish you all the very best for 2021. The new Winter issue of American In Britain is now available on our website https://www.theamericanhour.com/. and includes great articles on Wealth Management, Immigration and Tax as well as suggestions of where to eat and travel, once the restrictions are lifted, and an article on well being during the pandemic.

Enjoy! and please feel free to share the link with all your friends

Launched in 1999, The American Hour website offers advice and information to American expatriates moving to, and living in, the UK.